Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma · FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Temporary Social Security Disability (TSSD) Assistance Program
Monthly temporary assistance for Eastern Shawnee households in extreme financial hardship while a Social Security Disability application is pending. The payment follows the State of Oklahoma TANF payment schedule, based on household size, and is funded by Office of Self-Governance General Assistance funds.
Who's eligible
Tribal Citizens Only
The policy states: "Applicant must be enrolled and possess a Tribal membership card from the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma," be at least 18 (or legally emancipated), and have applied for Social Security Disability without a final decision yet. The program "will serve the neediest of the needy Tribal families who have no other source of funding." Proof of pending status must be sent every month before funds are released.
Where it's offered
Regional
The policy publishes no residence rule; call to confirm whether members living anywhere can apply.
Location:
10100 S. Bluejacket Rd., Suite 3, Wyandotte, OK 74370
How to apply
Download the Temporary Social Security Disability Application from the Specialized Services page and include proof of your Social Security Disability application and proof of each household member (birth certificate, driver's license or tribal card). Send the completed application and documents to Specialized Services by fax to 1-888-971-3899 or by mail to Attn: Specialized Services, 10100 S. Bluejacket Rd., Suite 3, Wyandotte, OK 74370. The department decides within 5 business days and an appeal process is described in the policy.
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Contact
Phone: 918-238-1663
Last verified against the official source on 2026-10-18.