The Family and Community Resources Cluster manages an array of Programs, from assisting families with small children in education, nutrition, and safe placement, to assisting Tribal elders in caregiving, medical equipment, and Medicare program education. These programs provide food, energy, and water assistance to eligible Native Americans residing in the SPIPA service area.
Squaxin island hosted a Community Health Fair on April 30th. SPIPA’s Health & Wellness and Workforce Development teams provided valuable health, cancer, and employment resources
In January 2026, Squaxin Island hosted a Cervical Cancer Bingo event. Attendees learned about cervical cancer, prevention, and treatment. Light refreshments were provided, and raffle
Skin Cancer: An Important Message for Native Communities Many people think skin cancer only affects people with light skin, but that is not true. Native
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. This is a time to talk about a cancer that affects many Native families. Colorectal cancer impacts American Indian
Honoring Our Health: Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month Each March, communities across the United States recognize Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise knowledge, encourage
Register now to attend the 2026 Survivor & Caregiver Wellness Conference! Registration closes April 10, 2026. To register please visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/V836J68 or scan the QR
AOA – Administration on Aging
AOA, Title IV, Senior Meals: Nutritious meals are provided free of charge at the tribal communities for qualified elders (enrolled in federally recognized tribes, Alaskan or Hawaiian Natives, their spouse.) Take out or home delivered meals are available for the homebound. Others are welcome to participate in the meal program by paying the posted meal price.
AOA Caregivers: Provides support for unpaid family caregivers with training, one-on-one counseling, support groups, and by providing assistive medical equipment such as walkers, hand rails, lifting straps, etc. The family member requiring care can be an elder or a dependent who is physically or mentally handicapped. Occasional respite care for the caregiver can be provided and volunteers can step in when available.
CSBG – Community Services Block Grant
Provides nutrition, education, recreation, and social activities to reduce the impact of poverty.
EFAP – Emergency Food Assistance Program
Provides emergency food vouchers to eligible households and individuals.
FDPIR – Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (USDA FOODS)
Provides fresh vegetables and frozen meats to community families on a monthly schedule.
Click here for the FDPIR Intake Application
Click here for the FDPIR Food Order Form
FVPSA – Family Violence Prevention Act
Comprehensive dating and domestic violence prevention offers assistance and support to victims and non-offending members of their household.
LIHEAP – Low Income Home Energy Assistance
Provides financial assistance for home energy costs.
This application is only made available when funding is approved each year.
WIC – Women, Infants, Children
Provides food and nutritional education to low-income women and their children.
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Providing direct services, planning, and technical assistance to eligible Native Americans residing in the SPIPA service area.
