Pawnee Nation · ELDER CARE
Tribal Assistance Program — Elders
Direct financial assistance for Native elders aged 60 and older. This is the elder path of the Pawnee Nation Tribal Assistance Program; disability and emergency paths are separate entries with their own rules.
Who's eligible
Any CDIB Holder Income Based
Applicants must be at least 60 years old at the time of application. Proof of age is determined by a Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB) or a tribal membership identification card, and the applicant must provide a copy of a CDIB. Household income must not exceed 150% of the poverty level set by the Department of Health & Human Services, verified with the last 30 days of income. Tribal members age 85 and older do not have to provide proof of income. Proof of guardianship or power of attorney must be provided if applying on behalf of an elder.
Where it's offered
Nationwide
The Division of Health & Community Services states for this path: "Applicant does not have to reside in the Pawnee service area." No residency requirement is published.
Location:
Health and Community Services Center, 400 Agency Road, Pawnee, OK 74058
How to apply
Download the Tribal Assistance Program application (the combined Elders, Handicap, and Emergency form) from the Division of Health & Community Services page, complete it, and submit it with a copy of your CDIB and 30 days of income verification. Call (918) 762-3873, option 6, or email tfrietze@pawneenation.org with questions.
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Contact
Phone: (918) 762-3873
Email: tfrietze@pawneenation.org
Last verified against the official source on 2026-09-07.