Services

The Chickasaw Nation Acting programs offers quality, professional-level instruction in acting for the stage, public speaking, voice and direction, headshot/resume workshops and classes. ...

The Chickasaw Nation Career Development Services program provides employment training services to individuals with employment barriers. Issues addressed through this program include weak work histories, minor criminal charges, child care, transportation and educational needs among others. CDI is a six-month transitional program for qualified Chickasaw citizens and helps to obtain full-time, permanent employment. Program participants can work up to 40 hours a week and are considered full-time, temporary worke...

This department provides citizenship cards and information to Chickasaws who are direct descendants of enrollees on the Dawes Commission Rolls. An applicant must be able to trace his/her heritage through bloodlines to an original enrollee listed on the Dawes Commission Rolls to obtain a CDIB card. Required forms are available through the CDIB office.

This program allows units to be leased in the private sector by low income Native Americans. Required forms are available at the Housing Administration office. A background check on all family members 18 years of age or older is required. An appl...

The assisted living benefit program provides up to $2,500 per month for eligible Chickasaw elders, 60 years of age or older, to live in a state licensed assisted-living facility. The benefit is paid directly to the facility and is based on the client’s need. Required application is available the division on aging administration office. ...

Since people have become interested in acting in film projects it is imperative that they become knowledgeable about how to find a reputable agent and what legitimate casting directors can and cannot do, seminars are offered throughout the year that instruct participants on how one finds a reputable agent and what casting directors can and cannot ...

The Chipota Himmita (Young Child) Program provides child development education and screening, support groups and home visits. The goal of the program is to improve the family support system, teach family members problem-solving skills, promote healthy child growth and development and promote positive parent-child relationships. ...

This program offers a one-time grant of up to $3,000 to help with the down payment and/or closing costs to purchase or rate/term refinance a primary residence. ...

The Chickasaw Nation Small Business Development Center (CNSBDC) seeks to provide one-to-one business counseling, economic development assistance and training to Chickasaw entrepreneurs. CNSBDC provides prospective and existing Chickasaw small business persons and entities with counseling, training and specialized services concerning the formation, management and operation of small businesse...

The audiology program provides services in the diagnosis of hearing loss and ear disorders. Services include, newborn hearing screening, pediatric hearing evaluations, adult hearing evaluation, hearing aid fittings and repairs. ...

This clinic is designed to teach essential life skills, such as dedication, goal setting and teamwork, while teaching the basic skills of baseball. Camp instruction focuses on improving the fundamentals of hitting, pitching and fielding. ...

To showcase the art, strength, spirit and creativity of Chickasaw women, the division of arts and humanities hosts the “Art of the Chickasaw Woman” exhibit....

The Chickasaw Nation Career Technology Program (CTP) is available to part-time and full-time Chickasaw students attending a state or nationally accredited career technology center, trade school or private licensed training facility, whereby graduating students receive a professional certification or license upon completion of their program. Eligibility is not income-based and applicants are not required to live within the boundaries of the Chickasaw Nation to qualify for this program.

The Chickasaw Nation Re-entry Transitional Employment Program provides services to Chickasaw citizens who have legal barriers to employment. Incarcerated citizens are encouraged to apply at least six months before their projected release date. ...

For hundreds of years, Native Americans have used eagle parts and feathers for religious and cultural purposes, including healing, marriage and naming ceremonies. Recognizing the significance of eagles to Native Americans, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) established the National Eagle Repository (Repository) in the early 1970s to provide Native Americans with the carcasses, parts and feathers of golden and bald eagles for religious purposes. W...

CHIP provides rehabilitation of older Mutual Help homes over and above what maintenance is required of tenants in accordance with the policies and homebuyers’ agreements. It also provides rehabilitation to low rent developments as needed. ...

The annual Chickasaw Elders Conference aims to share knowledge, resources and updates for Chickasaw elders. More than 400 elders attend the two-day event to reconnect with friends, meet new ones and learn more about the Chickasaw Nation. Attendees are given an opportunity to learn more Chickasaw Nation programs and services.

Meetings for Chickasaw citizens across the United States are facilitated by the community outreach program. Chickasaws living in close proximity of each other have opportunities to gather as groups for fellowship and educational opportunities within the areas they reside.

AYA is an interactive mobile walking app designed to keep you moving by combining physical activity with Chickasaw history and culture. This unique technology allows you to take a walk through history and unlock new cultural and historical content along your fitness journey. ...

Located on the Capitol Square in Tishomingo, OK, the Chickasaw Council House Museum holds one of the largest collections of Chickasaw art, artifacts and archive materials. Experience the first Chickasaw Council House built in Indian Territory, artifacts tracing the history and culture of the Chickasaw people and contemporary Chickasaw artwork. Explore our great Chickasaw history and culture at the museum and learn more about the Chickasaw people who helped shape our Nation. ...