Native American Caregiver Program

Program Overview

Eligible Chickasaw families can receive support and caregiving assistance.

Who Can Apply

  • Caregivers of a chronically ill elder age 60 or older
  • Caregivers of individuals who have a life-altering physical, mental or developmental disability (ages 18-58)
  • Caregivers for individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease or dementia-related disease
  • Grandparents raising a grandchild under 18 years of age; Kinship raising kin under 18 years of age
  • Those who rely on a caregiver for at least two activities of daily living needs
  • Citizens of a federally recognized tribe

Application Dates

  • Jan. 1 - Dec. 31

Documents You Will Need

  • Completed application

Program Details

This program assists families who care for an elder, older relative with a chronic illness or disability and grandparents raising young children.

Other Information

Services offered include:
  • Information
  • Assistance
  • Counseling, Training and Support Group
  • Respite
  • Supplemental Services

Contact Us

Phone: (580) 795-9790

Chickasaw Nation Citizen Support Center
After-hours assistance is available by calling (580) 757‑9082 or (833) 551‑0980.