National Suicide Prevention Week is a time to educate and remove the stigma around discussion of suicide. If you or a loved one are struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can find help through these helplines.
Muckleshoot Child and Family Services is committed to the safety and welfare of all Muckleshoot children and their families.Through the development and collaborative efforts of support services, we strive to assist children in need of care while protecting the health, traditions, and security of the Muckleshoot Tribal Community.
*Call 1-866-END-HARM (1-866-363-4276)* The following information is helpful to have when calling in an intake, but it is not necessary.It is best to provide as much information as possible when reporting a concern about abuse or neglect.
A subtext area of CPS.To help with stabilization of a family when an intake is referred, but does not meet the threshold of filing an investigation.The Prevention specialist can help with service referrals and case management to help maintain in-home placement.
A written authorization by the parent(s) allowing for the temporary removal of a child from the home and placement in a safe living environment pending completion of the investigation of abuse or neglect.A VPA provides an alternative to an emergency order of removal where the circumstances warrant removal.If the child is removed from the home under a VPA for more than 180 days, the Court must make a determination as to continued removal. Definition: 12.02.010 (These are circumstantial and can be used on a case-by-case basis when deemed appropriate).
Refers to the court structure regarding a filing procedure for out-of-home placement, VPA, or protective custody order.
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*To be considered as a caregiver, please submit a caregiver application, and background clearances for all household members 16 years old and above, complete a home study, review and agree to the MCFS Morality Clause, Cultural Contact Agreement, and Social Media policy, Confidentiality Agreement, and consult with the Placement Coordinator.
To be considered as a Licensed Home, contact the Foster Care Licensor, complete a full foster care application packet, and set up a meeting for consultation for the process.
Family Preservation Services (FPS) - a third-party case management service that provides support to the reunification of children with their parents.They provide case management services tailored to the family’s goals and various resources to help achieve those objectives.
Auburn Community Services Office – To access assistance for in-home care providers, TANF, child care, medical coverage, and other services available.Available M-F from 8-5 pm, (877) 501-2233 at 810 28 St NE, th Auburn, WA.98002
Child Support access- Resource Center on the first and third Monday of every month from 8-4 pm.
Educational support for children: Please contact the MIT Scholarship Department for tutoring assistance: (253) 876-3183 | ScholarshipsDept@muckleshoot.nsn.us
Please contact the MIT Student Incentive and Rewards Program for any school rewards the child may receive - (253) 876-3278 | student.incentives2@muckleshoot.nsn.us
Caregivers are not permitted to apply for Muckleshoot housing using the child’s/children’s information if the permanent plan for the dependent child is to return home.
Reunification with parents is the number one goal for MCFS when applicable.(Does not apply to Dependency Guardianship cases.)
MCFS makes all placement decisions in accordance with the youth code.All placement options for a dependent child will be with the family first. If family is not an option, MCFS will explore alternative means of placement. We always put the best interest of the child first and will continue to look for a relative placement while a child is in care.
Basic needs such as a bed, dresser, car seat, etc., to accommodate the child’s transition to a comfortable setting.This is on a case-by-case basis for those children in dependency. Beds are allocated every five years and will follow the child in transition to a new home or placement.
The Muckleshoot Tribal Disability fund will provide qualifying Muckleshoot enrolled youth with additional monthly funds to support the child’s needs.All applications for disability funds for children in care must be initiated through MCFS and follow the established application process.If approved, funds will be managed by MCFS via the Representative Payee Coordinator.
If you would like to become a licensed Kinship Caregiver, resources are available to support you through the transition to caring for children.Please reach out to the Foster Care Licensor to have any questions answered and to begin the process.
Becoming a licensed caregiver is not only for those who have family members in their home.This is also available to Tribal and community members who have space and availability in their hearts to care for children who may need long-term or short-term placement.
We do not provide payment for cable bills, cell phone bills, utility bills, car notes, or car insurance.
We do not provide gas cards and laundry purchase orders, reimbursement for foster care license trainings.
Alicia Wright, Program Director ; Ituau Atimalala, Program Manager; Alexandra Cruz-James, Managing Director of Human Services
The Veteran Affairs Program is a governmental program of the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe that provides networking and assistance to veterans. Neither income nor age is a factor in determining eligibility to participate in the program.
To assist Muckleshoot Tribal Members/Community Members during their time of loss by providing financial assistance to help pay for funeral costs, as defined by policies.
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