Crisis Assistance Program (C.A.P.)

Talea Lopez, Manager
Merrilee Satiacum, Coordinator
3009 E. Portland Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98404
(253) 573-7989 • (253) 573-7975 Fax

Mission Statement

The intent of the Crisis Assistance Program is to provide monetary assistance to Puyallup Tribal families who are in an energy or rental/mortgage crisis situation. Every effort will be made to access services both outside and with the Puyallup Tribe to stabilize Tribal families. The Crisis Assistance Program staff will contact and facilitate the services provided by other programs to ensure comprehensive case management for the success of the family.

Services Provided

Assistance can be provided for:

  • Electric, Natural Gas, Oil, Propane and Utilities bills;
  • Presto Logs or Wood Pellets;
  • Rental Assistance; or
  • Mortgage Assistance.

Funding Provided

The maximum amount of assistance in a Fiscal Year (October-September) is $2,000.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant must be:

  • Enrolled member of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians 18 and older. Assistance is one tribal member per household/address per fiscal year.
  • Must be in a crisis situation;
  • Must provide verification: eviction notice, utility shut-off notice or foreclosure notification (whichever is applicable);
  • Tribal members living in a Tribally owned rental property are not eligible to receive rental assistance from this program.
  • No checks will be issued to landlords with the same residence as applicant for boarding or sharing a unit, or for renting a camper/trailer without a separate meter on property.

Applications, Policies and Procedures

Puyallup Tribe of Indians Crisis Assistance Program Applications and Policies and Procedures Manual can be obtained at the above address.

Hours of Operation

Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Closed 8:00 am-1:00 pm Wednesday