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TANF (Tribal Aid for Needy Families)
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Staff Elaine Topsky Michelle Sangrey Corrine Parisian Gerald Small Harriet Standing Rock Edna Ball Linda Belcourt Kenneth A. LaFromboise Brian Molina Jr.
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Position Director Fiscal Manager Admin. Secreatry / Intake Worker Case Manager Case Manager Case Manager - Havre Case Manager Case Manager Americorp VISTA / Family Res. |
TANF Program 31 Agency Square Box Elder, Mt. 59521 Ph # (406) 395-5814 Fx # (406) 395-5847
Havre Office 109 2nd Street Havre, Mt. 59501 Ph # (406) 265-6021 Fx # (406) 265-6059
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The Chippewa Cree Tribal TANF Program operates two offices, the main office located on Rocky Boy’s Indian Reservation at the old Tribal Office on Agency Square and a satellite office located in the neighboring town of Havre, MT at 109 2nd Street.
The goal of temporary assistance is to, “Move Chippewa Cree Tribal TANF Program recipients from TANF into jobs so they can support their families and maintain a program for those truly in need.” The Chippewa Cree Tribal TANF policies emphasize work, promote responsibility and set limits while maintaining the Family Self-Sufficiency Plan for needy TANF Program families. All temporary assistance families must participate in self-sufficiency planning, and able-bodied adults must participate in work activities. Temporary assistance sets a 60 month assistance lifetime limit. Mission Statement The Chippewa Cree Tribal TANF Program is committed to providing assistance with encouragement in reaching self-sufficiency while promoting wellness, humility, dignity, and maintaining Chippewa Cree Culture. Vision The Chippewa Cree Tribal TANF Program will promote self-sufficiency by positive motivation through education and collaborative program resources. Through promotion of self-sufficiency we will keep our children safe and keep our families together. We envision our community to have strong, safe, and caring families. The Four Purposes of TANF - To provide assistance to needy families so that children may be cared for in their own homes or in the home of relatives. - To end the dependence of needy parents on government benefits by promoting job preparation, work, and marriage. - To prevent and reduce the incidence of out-of-wedlock pregnancies. - To encourage the formation and maintenance of two-parent families. Core Values Promotion of Cultural Awareness / Healthy Lifestyle Choices / Education / Marriage Promotion Family Stability / Strong, Safe, and Caring Families
"Wi-chi-nah-n Tah-wi-chi-tah-k"
"Help us, to help you!"
CCT TANF PROGRAM
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Eligibility Requirements (According to Section 100-3 A – Verification And Documentation) TANF Policy Manual) The following eligibility requirements must be verified to determine a family’s eligibility for temporary assistance: 1. At least one child that is enrolled or enrollable in a federally recognized tribe, who is living with a care taker relative. 2. A woman pregnant with an Indian child in her third trimester. 3. All school age children are required to attend school full time with regular attendance, verification of enrollment and current status is required. 4. Minor parent must be living in a home with parents or a responsible adult. 5. A dependent child that is still in high school will be eligible until graduation or their 19th birthday. 6. All recipients/applicants must demonstrate proof of residency in service area for 30 days prior to being determined eligible for TANF.
All recipients must also provide the following documents. 1. Social Security Cards for all receiving assistance. (New or replacement social security cards must be submitted within 60 days of initial eligibility determination) 2. Proof of Household Income 3. Official Birth Certificate (If official birth certificates are not available, hospital issued birth certificates may be accepted, but must be submitted within 60 days) 4. Proof of School Enrollment, Satisfactory Attendance and Performance (Grades) for all school age children. 5. Applicant signed statement declaring they have not been denied benefits due to fraud within the last year. 6. Other Sources of Income (SSI, Child Support, Alimony, etc.) 7. Assets (Checking, Savings, Stocks, Bonds, etc.) 8. Marriage Licenses and/or Divorce Decree (if applicable) 9. Temporary and/or Permanent Custody Orders for child(ren) living with only one parent, if necessary. 10. Guardianship or Custody Orders for Caretaker/Relatives 11. Alien Status, for individuals who are not U.S. Citizens 12. Minor Parent’s Living Arrangement and School Attendance 1. Gross Non-Exempt Income 2. An Unborn Child’s expected date of birth (for third trimester pregnancy cases) New clients will be ineligible for a period of 30 days if they quit or were fired, without good cause, from paid employment. The applicant has the primary responsibility for providing documentary evidence to support statements made, and to resolve any questionable information. For any other Eligibility Requirement questions please contact Intake Worker.
Nehiyaw Family Resource Center The Chippewa Cree Tribal TANF Program also has its own Family Resource Center. The Nehiyaw Family Resource Center offers comprehensive services for the benefit of families and the community. The Nehiyaw Family Resource Center offers parenting classes, child development, skill building, and access to formal and informal resources, age-appropriate activities for children and their parents and grandparents, traditional family activities, and will foster community support for families. Services: Parenting Education, Driver’s License Study, Anti-Victimization, Community Awareness, Parent/Child Groups, Child Safety, Parent Leadership Activities, and Public Awareness Activities: Each month the Nehiyaw Family Resource Center coordinates a variety of workshops for everyone in the community to participate in. Some of these activities include: Driver’s License Study Group the 2nd and 4th week of the month; the Active Parenting class every Tuesday; a Fatherhood Support Group the last Thursday of every month; and many other activities! If you would like to participate please do not hesitate to come and join us! Monthly Calendar: The Nehiyaw Family Resource Center distributes a monthly calendar via e-mail and local grocery and convenience stores. You can find the calendars at the Bear Paw Pastime and Gramma’s Market. If you would like to be on our electronic mailing list, please e-mail brian_molina2003@yahoo.com to sign up. Success! From July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009, the Nehiyaw Family Resource Center achieved its goals of reaching 314 people participating at least once with 112 people returning to participant in our events
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