Medical Emergency Assistance

Elsie Thomas, Coordinator
3009 E. Portland Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98404
(253) 573-7884 • (253) 573-7851 Fax

Mission Statement

The intent of the Medical Emergency Assistance Program is to aid Puyallup Tribal Members with monetary assistance when they are hospitalized for one or more days.

Maximum Assistance

• The maximum amount of assistance for Tribal members 55-older is $500 per hospitalization for one or more days;
• The maximum amount assistance for Tribal members 18-54 years of age is $300 per hospitalization for one or more days;
• Assistance is granted one time per admittance to hospital.

Must be:

• Member of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians;
• 55 years or older for $500 and 18 - 54 years for $300; and
• Hospitalized.

Applications, Policies and Procedures

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

Hours of Operation

Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm