Department of Human Services
Located at 911 Spring Street, Petoskey, MI 49770
Mail Address: 7500 Odawa Circle, Harbor Springs, MI 49740
The Department of Human Services of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians is committed to the support and preservation of all aspects of family life, and to wrapping our services around the Anishnaabek communities. We will help restore holistic balance by calling upon existing resources of elders, trained professionals, traditional and spiritual leaders to empower individuals and families, and strengthen the circle of life as envisioned by our Odawa ancestors.
Services:
A Note from the LTBB Department of Human Services
Aanii Tribal Citizens!
We just wanted to pass along some information to clarify what The LTBB Department of Human Services may be able to help and assist clients with as far as housing and emergencies are concerned. Please make note of this.
The LTBB Department of Human Services may be able help with the following emergency help, dependent upon funds available; (some restrictions apply)
Evictions, to keep clients in their current homes
Shut off notices for utilities, i.e. gas, electric and water (please contact us before shut off occurs, if possible)
Emergency clothing
Emergency and non-emergency food from our Food Distribution Program
Social Services
The LTBB Department of Human Services does not help with the following;
Vehicle Repairs
Vehicle Purchases
Home Repairs
Moving into a new home or apartment (this includes renting or purchasing)
Filling propane tanks at a new home
Turning on electric at a new home
Moving Expenses
Hotel Stays
Paternity/DNA Testing
Please keep in mind that some of these programs are income based. If you have any questions at all please feel free to contact our office at 231-242-1620.
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Contact Information |
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Phone: |
(231) 242-1620 |
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Fax: |
(231) 242-1635 |
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Director: |
Denneen Smith |
(231) 242-1625 |
Social Worker: |
Lisa Tollenaar |
(231) 242-1630 |
Social Worker: |
Vacant |
(231) 242-1631 |
Social Worker: |
Heather Boening |
(231) 242-1632 |
Social Worker Victims Advocate: |
Keely Frye |
(231)242-1629 |
Elders Victims Advocate: |
Pam Luce |
(231) 242-1627 |
Project Coordinator: |
Stacey Ettawageshik |
(231) 242-1628 |
Program Generalist: |
Julie Janiskee |
(231) 242-1626 |
Administrative Assistant: |
Chrissy Yuhn |
(231) 242-1621 |
Program Specialist: |
Joe Van Alstine |
(231) 347-2573 |
Food Distribution Worker: |
Cody Sems |
(231) 347-2573 |
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