The goal of the One Stop Emergency Service (OSES) program is to offer temporary aid to low-income American Indians who encounter a financial emergency.
Low-Income Individuals may qualify to receive the following services:
Shelter
- Homeless individuals may receive temporary shelter for approximately 1 week.
- One time rental assistance may be provided if it will prevent the individual or family from being evicted and becoming homeless.
Food
- A one-time food voucher for a local supermarket.
- A food basket consisting of non-perishable food items
Transportation
- A one time emergency gas voucher for a local gas station
Utility
- Partial payment may be made directly to the utility company in order to prevent a utility from being turned off.
Counseling & Referral
- Educational counseling to individuals in high school and college.
- Crisis counseling can also be provided as a secondary service.
- Referrals to agencies that can service emergency needs such as medical services, employment services and health needs.
Cultural & Recreational
- Documents needed for medical assistance, Medicare, etc.
- Cultural Activities are organized throughout the year to provide social and communal celebrations of Native American heritage and culture.
