# First Nations Help Resources - Michigan ## National Resources - **National Indian Health Board (NIHB):** - **Phone:** 1-202-507-4070 - **Website:** [https://www.nihb.org](https://www.nihb.org/) - **Services Provided:** Advocacy for tribal health care, public health initiatives, policy resources, and information on health care programs serving Native American communities. - **Native American Rights Fund (NARF):** - **Phone:** 1-800-447-0784 - **Website:** [https://www.narf.org](https://www.narf.org/) - **Description:** Legal assistance and advocacy for tribal sovereignty, land rights, education, and justice issues impacting Native American communities. - **StrongHearts Native Helpline:** - **Phone:** 1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483) - **Website:** [https://strongheartshelpline.org](https://strongheartshelpline.org/) - **Services Provided:** Culturally relevant support for Native Americans experiencing domestic violence or sexual assault, with crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals. --- ## Statewide First Nations Services - **Michigan Indian Affairs Commission (MIAC):** - **Phone:** 1-517-335-5858 - **Website:** [https://www.michigan.gov/miac](https://www.michigan.gov/miac) - **Office Locations:** 300 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing, MI 48913 - **Services Provided:** Advocacy for Native American issues across Michigan, including education, health, and housing services for Native populations, as well as promoting tribal sovereignty and cultural preservation. - **Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) - Tribal Affairs Office:** - **Phone:** 1-800-292-2550 - **Website:** [https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs](https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs) - **Services Provided:** Health and social services, including medical assistance, substance abuse treatment, and cultural services for Michigan’s Native American population. Coordinates with tribes to improve healthcare access. - **Native American Employment & Training Services (NAETS):** - **Phone:** 1-800-678-1499 - **Website:** [https://www.naets.org](https://www.naets.org/) - **Services Provided:** Employment training programs, career development, and educational assistance for Native Americans seeking employment in Michigan. --- ## Regional Tribal Organizations ### Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe - **Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe - Behavioral Health Services** - **Phone:** 1-989-775-4731 - **Website:** [https://www.sagchip.org](https://www.sagchip.org/) - **Office Location:** 7070 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 - **Specialized Services:** Behavioral health services, including addiction treatment, mental health counseling, and crisis intervention, for the Saginaw Chippewa community. - **Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe - Native Family Services** - **Phone:** 1-989-775-4732 - **Website:** [https://www.sagchip.org/familyservices](https://www.sagchip.org/familyservices) - **Specialized Services:** Child welfare services, family counseling, and domestic violence intervention for tribal members. ### Pokagon Band of Potawatomi - **Pokagon Band of Potawatomi - Health Services** - **Phone:** 1-269-462-4213 - **Website:** [https://www.pokagonband-nsn.gov](https://www.pokagonband-nsn.gov/) - **Office Location:** 58620 W. 5th St., Dowagiac, MI 49047 - **Specialized Services:** Health and wellness programs, including primary care, behavioral health services, and addiction recovery support. - **Pokagon Band of Potawatomi - Social Services** - **Phone:** 1-269-462-4299 - **Website:** [https://www.pokagonband-nsn.gov](https://www.pokagonband-nsn.gov/) - **Specialized Services:** Social services, domestic violence prevention, emergency housing, and financial support for tribal members. ### Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians - **Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians - Social Services** - **Phone:** 1-231-534-7272 - **Website:** [https://www.gtbindians.org](https://www.gtbindians.org/) - **Specialized Services:** Support for youth, families, and elders, including social services, addiction prevention programs, and educational assistance. - **Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians - Behavioral Health Services** - **Phone:** 1-231-534-7788 - **Website:** [https://www.gtbindians.org](https://www.gtbindians.org/) - **Specialized Services:** Behavioral health counseling, substance abuse treatment, and crisis intervention for Native Americans in the Grand Traverse area. --- ## Reporting and Emergency Support - **National Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) Support:** - **Phone:** 1-800-634-7093 - **Website:** [https://www.mmiwusa.org](https://www.mmiwusa.org/) - **Description:** Reporting and support services for cases of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, including resources for families and investigations. - **Michigan State Police Tribal Liaison:** - **Phone:** 1-517-241-8000 - **Website:** [https://www.michigan.gov/msp](https://www.michigan.gov/msp) - **Description:** Provides law enforcement support for tribal communities, including cases related to missing persons, crimes, and public safety concerns. --- ## Online Resources - **Native American Rights Fund (NARF) Legal Resources** - **Website:** [https://www.narf.org](https://www.narf.org/) - **Features:** Legal assistance, educational resources, and advocacy tools for Native Americans, with information about rights, tribal sovereignty, and legal cases affecting Native communities. - **StrongHearts Native Helpline (Online Support)** - **Website:** [https://strongheartshelpline.org](https://strongheartshelpline.org/) - **Features:** Live chat and text support for Native Americans experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of abuse. --- ## Educational Resources - **Michigan Indian Education Association (MIEA)** - **Website:** [https://www.michiganindianeducation.org](https://www.michiganindianeducation.org/) - **Description:** Advocacy and educational resources to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of Native American students in Michigan, including scholarships and cultural education programs. - **Native American Heritage Fund (Michigan)** - **Website:** [https://www.michigan.gov/msp](https://www.michigan.gov/msp) - **Description:** Supports the preservation of Native American cultural heritage through grants and educational programs in Michigan. --- ## Additional Support - **American Indian Business Association (AIBA)** - **Phone:** 1-888-829-6350 - **Website:** [https://www.aibaonline.org](https://www.aibaonline.org/) - **Services Provided:** Business development resources, networking, and entrepreneurial support for Native American entrepreneurs in Michigan. - **Tribal College & University Fund (MI)** - **Phone:** 1-517-241-8000 - **Website:** [https://www.michigan.gov/](https://www.michigan.gov/) - **Services Provided:** Scholarships, academic support, and educational grants for Native American students attending tribal colleges and universities. --- _Updated as of December 2024. For corrections or additional information, please contact the Michigan Indian Affairs Commission (MIAC) or the respective tribal organizations listed above._