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Burial Assistance

The burial assistance program provides federal burial assistance to eligible First Americans.

The burial assistance grant will pay up to $2,500 toward the final balance of the burial expense. The payment will be made directly to the funeral home. Reimbursements will not be issued.

You Provide

  • Statement of itemized expenses from funeral home
  • Death certificate
  • Proof of residency
  • Social Security card
  • Verification of income, if needed

Eligibility

Notification of death must be received by the Chickasaw Nation Social Services Division within six months following the death.

  • Must be a member of a federally recognized tribe
  • A family member of the deceased must apply within six months of date of death

Other Information

For more information about the program, contact Chickasaw Nation Social Services or your local area office.

Service Area

Both

This service is available both inside and outside the Chickasaw Nation's boundaries

Contact Information

Phone:
(580) 310-6481

Fax:
(580) 310-6422

Locations

Available at all area offices

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