Delaware Tribe Community Services

General Guidelines

Apply to all Community Services Programs (unless otherwise stated within a program description)

  1. All registered Delaware Tribal members are eligible to apply for assistance to any Tribal Program for which they qualify.
  2. Non-tribal members are not eligible for services.
  3. Only one request is allowed per calendar year, per tribal member, with the exception of Elder Prescription, which may be applied for each month.
  4. A completed application must be submitted and signed for each program request. If more than one family member is applying for assistance, an application for each must be submitted.
  5. All payments are made to the vendor or service provider.
  6. All applications must include a copy of the bill, receipt or estimate of cost.
  7. All programs are based on funding availability.
  8. Include a short statement about situation for which assistance is requested.

COMMUNITY SERVICES PROGRAMS

Attention: As of FY2024, Only one (1) Community Service Application is allowed per tribal member, per calendar year, with the exception of Elder Prescription, which can be applied for monthly.

Burial Program:
Burial assistance for Delaware tribal members. The family may apply for up to $750. The funds may be applied to expenses as is most beneficial to the family (i.e., funeral services, meals, wake, grave marker etc.). Documentation must be provided, including death certificate. Payment will be made as designated by the immediate family.

Medical Assistance:
Assistance to pay medical bills, including but not limited to medical equipment (purchase or rental), home health care, pharmacy, etc. not to exceed $300. Payment for services will be made to the vendor.

Emergency Travel:
Medical transportation services for Delaware tribal members to include, but not limited to, health transportation costs, assistance and/or other related costs. One-time assistance not to exceed $200. Emergency travel designated as personal health, physician’s statement of need must be submitted, death of family member (parent, brother, sister or grandparent), death certificate or obituary must be submitted prior to approval.

Emergency Assistance:
Emergency assistance to Delaware tribal members. Funds are to be used for emergency situations. Applicants must utilize all other community resources prior to application. Funds are allocated up to $400 and will be disbursed as determined by the Community Service Committee on a case-by-case basis.

Elders Program, Prescription Medication Assistance:
Prescription medication assistance to Delaware elders age 55 and over for pharmacy and related cost. Funds may be disbursed to vendors or to Elders on a monthly basis not to exceed $75 per month.

Optical Assistance:
Provides assistance for optical services to Delaware Tribal Members. Funds may be used for services, including glasses, physician’s visit or related costs up to $200 annually. Funds are allocated up to $200 and will be disbursed as determined by the Community Service Committee on a case-by-case basis.

Rental or Mortgage Assistance::
Provides emergency rental/mortgage assistance to Delaware Tribal Members on a one time basis per calendar year. The amount of assistance that can be approved is limited to $400. Approval of application must be obtained prior to service payment. Payments are made to the vendor or provider of services. Eviction notice and/or other documentation must be submitted with the application. The Tribal Member’s name must be on the rental/lease contract or mortgage bill.

Dental Assistance:
Provides assistance for dental services up to $300. Services may include tooth repair, dental fillings, dentures or emergency services. Routine dental exams and cleaning are not covered. Payment will be made to the vendor and not the tribal member.

» Community Services Application Form (PDF)