Federal & Tribal Programs Supporting Families
Services for Native Americans (OAA Title VI)
Grants under the Older Americans Act (Title VI) help tribes deliver nutrition programs, caregiver support, home-based services, and assistance for grandparents raising grandchildren—designed to keep families strong and independent.
ACL Administration for Community Living
Administration for Children & Families (ACF) Tribal Programs
Includes:
- Tribal TANF — Empowering tribes to design welfare and child welfare programs tailored to family strength.
- Native Employment Works (NEW) — Supports job readiness and employment services for family providers.
- Child Care & Development Fund (CCDF) via the Office of Child Care — Financial assistance for quality child care that supports working parents.
- Office of Child Support Services — Helps enforce child support aligned with tribal values.
- Head Start (Tribal) — Early education and comprehensive services for Native children and families.
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Cultural & Community-Based Family Support
NICWA (National Indian Child Welfare Association)
Provides vital information and resources related to the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), supporting parents, caregivers, and service providers navigating child welfare systems.
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NAPPR – Tribal Home Visiting Program (New Mexico)
A culturally tailored program offering in-home support to Native families with young children. Services include parenting education, child development guidance, socialization activities, and community resource connection for families up to when their child turns five.
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Division of Indian Work (Minneapolis-area)
Offers in-home parenting support and education for families involved in child protection, delivered by culturally grounded Parenting Capacity Workers or Cultural Home Educators.
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MINNESOTA INDIAN WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTER (MIWRC)
Focuses on family stabilization by providing parenting education, life skills training, prevention, reunification support, housing, and culturally responsive mental health services.
miwrc.org
Minneapolis American Indian Center – Family Services
Programs include:
- Early Intervention Program — Offers financial aid for essential needs (rent, utilities, clothing) and cultural activities like field trips and family fun nights.
- Family Stability Program — Prevents crises with case management, resource referrals, and emergency support for families in Hennepin County.
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NAYA Foster Care Services (Portland, OR)
Provides culturally appropriate foster care support, independent living programs, and assistance in preserving tribal traditions during family transitions.
nayapdx.org
United American Indian Involvement (UAII)
Offers family preservation services in Los Angeles—including parenting education, peer support, fun family activities, financial literacy, home visits, and access to basic needs like food and school supplies.
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Healthcare & Special Needs Family Support
Family-to-Family Healthcare Information Center for Tribal Communities
Supports families with special medical needs by helping them navigate health benefits, SSI, telehealth, advocacy skills, workshops, and direct assistance—especially in remote tribal communities.
parentsreachingout.org
Community Insights & Peer Perspectives (Reddit Voices)
“Our community… prevention services offering fun activities (baking, tie-dye, beading kits, workshops). I’m setting up a 10-week prenatal & postnatal support group with culturally connected supports…”
— A Mi’kmaw organizer building long-term, culturally rooted family engagement
“MIWRC… provides support groups, family services and housing assistance… healing is at the heart of everything.”
— Highlighting the power of culturally-grounded services for Native families
Overview Table
| Resource Type | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Federal/Tribal Programs | Title VI services, Tribal TANF, Child Care Fund, Head Start |
| Family Advocacy & Early Years | NICWA (ICWA support), NAPPR home visiting |
| Parenting & Cultural Support | DIW (MN), MIWRC, Minneapolis AIC family programs |
| Foster & Youth Services | NAYA Foster Care (OR) |
| Family Services & Preservation | UAII (LA), community emergency support |
| Healthcare Supports | Tribal Family-to-Family Healthcare Center |
| Community Insights | Reddit feedback on program needs, engagement strategies |
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