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.
The mission of the Muckleshoot Senior Services Program is to provide nutrition, cultural, and social quality services to Muckleshoot and eligible elders 50 years of age and older so they can live a healthy & fulfilling life.
Hailey Starr – Executive Assistant
Debralee Thomas – Administrative Specialist IV
Robin Greenhalgh – Administrative Specialist III
Roger Brown – Administrative Specialist II
Neil Foulkes – Lead Transporter
Pauline Kahama – Transporter
Sergio Moses – Transporter
Marlon Kindness – Transporter
Shawn Thurman – Lead Service Provider
Nelson Eyle – Service Provider
Shyanda Courville – Service Provider
Antonia James – Service Provider
Jose Rodriguez – Lead Wood/Kindling Cutter
Ethan Moses – Wood/Kindling Cutter
Robert Moses – Wood/Kindling Cutter
June Joseph – Wood/Kindling Cutter
Jaiden Leonard – Wood/Kindling Cutter
Sean Rhodes – Senior Center Chef
Theresa Baker – Cook
Ignacio Garcia-Zamora – Cook
Karen Gonzalez-Marquez – Cook
Katelynn Rask – Cook
The Muckleshoot Elders Complex offers a variety of activities for our Elders.Activities include, but are not limited to: canoe journeys, berry picking, cedar weaving conferences, day trips, luncheons with other tribes, and holiday events.Activity calendars are attached to each monthly newsletter that is sent to all enrolled Muckleshoot Elders via mail.A copy of the calendar can be picked up at the Muckleshoot Elders Complex front desk, or may be viewed on our ‘Muckleshoot Elders Complex’ Facebook page and the Elders Complex dining hall.
To report Elder abuse, please call Margaret Carson or Shirley Goodwin.
Provide portable air conditioning units to Muckleshoot Tribal Elders.
If you are an Elder meeting this criteria, and are in need of a portable AC unit or have received a unit in the past that is in need of service, or in need of assistance with maintaining your central AC, please contact the Muckleshoot Housing Authority (MHA) to place a work order.
The Muckleshoot Elders Program offers nutritious hot meals daily at the Senior Center, Monday through Friday, from 12:00 p.m.to 1:30 p.m.Two (2) free meals are provided to all Muckleshoot Elders.Muckleshoot Elders may also use one of their ‘meals’ to bring a guest of their choice when dining in.
Security cameras are provided to Muckleshoot Elders for their homes.
The Emergency Assistance Program is designed to support Muckleshoot Tribal members, 18 years of age and older, who are facing an unexpected and urgent issue that impacts their health, safety, and well-being, as well as that of their families, and who have a good reason for not having money available to pay the cost related to the emergency.This assistance is dependent on available funding.The Tribal member applying for the benefit must be 18 years of age or legally emancipated.
Weekly food baskets are provided by the Muckleshoot Family Resource Center.
A $400 monthly distribution to Muckleshoot Elders for the use of food and household items.This funding will be distributed in the same manner as the elder receives their per capita distribution, via check or direct deposit.
For any questions regarding the elders' generators, please contact:
The Muckleshoot Elders Complex offers lunch delivery service, available Monday through Thursday, to Elders' homes.Elders may have their spouse or paid caregiver added upon request.
Financial Assistance with obtaining and maintaining homeowners’ insurance.
Kindling services are provided weekly from late September to late April.
Muckleshoot Elders are provided with one bundle per their request.Kindling bundles are available, one per household.
Lawn care services for eligible enrolled Muckleshoot Tribal members.
A medical alert button that can assist in reaching emergency services with the push of a button.
Transportation may be available to elders who do not have a vehicle or to those who require assistance due to a procedure that will render them unable to operate a vehicle.
Muckleshoot Elder Abuse Hotline provides outreach and an “ear” for Seniors and Elders who may need help or emotional support.Family members may seek assistance on the elder’s behalf.A team of two staff members who are trained in Elder Abuse is available by phone and can provide outreach in the community. The Hotline is staffed evenings and weekends.
We are a tribally owned and operated in-home healthcare service.An elder is qualified for services based on our assessment and may receive assistance with personal care, hygiene, cooking, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, mobility, nursing services, and social services.The purpose of MEIHSS is to enable elders to remain safely in their homes by assisting with essential activities of daily living and providing culturally appropriate care in a familiar, comfortable setting.When this option is not available, we offer bridge services within the community to ensure the elders are supported when transitioning back to their homes as safely as possible.
Tribal housing rental units and Elder homes are provided by the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe based on availability.
Parking plaques distributed can be used in designated parking spots at both the Muckleshoot Indian Casino and Muckleshoot Indian Bingo.The parking plaques are intended for use by the elderly of the Tribe only.The first plaque is free; replacement plaques are $20.00 each.
Seniors Energy Assistance is provided by The Muckleshoot Family Resource Center. It is a quarterly program that offers $750.00 toward the Elders’ electricity bill per quarter. The quarters are the following: (January-March), (April-June), (July-September), (October-December)
The Low-Income Household Energy Assistance Program provides support to help offset the cost of household utility bills.
Monthly funding is provided to Muckleshoot Tribal Elders.
The WSG program assists Muckleshoot Tribal Member households with their water, sewer, recycling, and garbage services.
Chopped firewood delivery is available during our cold months.
Helen Jameson, Senior Services Manager; Alexandra Cruz-James, Human Services Director
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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