Services

The Homeowners Program allows for the new construction of homeownership units in accordance with the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act (1996). (NAHASDA) Required forms are available at the above address. A background check on all family members 18 years of age and older is required. An appli...

This program provides education that integrates aquaculture, hydroponics and landscaping techniques to educate and train interested youth and adults providing skills that may result in employment. Applicants must apply through human resourc...

The housing counseling and loan services program offers a variety of counseling programs dealing with credit, family budgeting, housing maintenance, fire and home safety, early delinquency intervention and pre-purchase and post purchase counseling. In addition, the Chuka Chukmasi home loan program is a secondary market home loan program for the purchase or refinance of a primary residence. The Chuk...

The Chickasaw Nation Human Resources Department recruits, hires, develops, serves and tracks qualified, skilled employees for the Chickasaw Nation. Chickasaw Nation Industries and Solara Healthcare offer jobs in several locations across the United States. T...

This camp will introduce students to the world of book publishing from concept to writing, illustrating, editing, design and production. The students will be trained and guided through the steps of book creation while they produce a book in digital format.

For more information, contact the Chickasaw Press at (580) 436-7282.

The Chickasaw Nation Imatahli Program (Preparing Someone) assists Chickasaw students who attend Norman public middle and high schools with college and career preparedness. Education coordinators provide educational resources and refer to other agencies that help with academic success. ...

The Inchokma (Feel Well, Be Well) Mobile Medical Unit (IMMU) is a unique and convenient clinic providing access to health care throughout the Chickasaw Nation. IMMU is a fully licensed primary care health unit that provides access to health care for children, adults and families.

IMMU rotates its schedule of locations and will provide service for various programs and at a number of events. To request a visit, please call (580) 421-4556.

The Chickasaw Nation Instrumental Music Program offers quality, professional-level instruction from guitar to percussion.

Focused on educating young Chickasaw leaders in government, community and business relationships, the Chickasaw Nation internship program provides motivated college-aged students with a first-hand view of what it takes to be highly effective ambassadors and real-world problem solvers....

The Itiapela medical alert program pays the initial costs and monthly fees for 24-hour medical alert services for qualified Chickasaw elders, 60 years of age or older. Required forms can be completed by contacting the Aging Administration Office. An applicant can expect a Chickasaw Nation Division on Aging specialist to make the initial visit to assess the services needed. If approved, the manager will contact the client. ...

Johnson O'Malley (JOM) is a federally-funded program which provides supplemental education programs and activities for Native American students attending public schools. ...

Junior FIRST LEGO League teaches the benefits of teamwork, sparks interest in science and technology and introduces basic design skills through a hands-on approach with the fun of LEGO building. It also provides a culture of sharing and learning from othe...

The Chickasaw Nation Junior Native Explorers Program is an innovative, hands-on, professional mentor-led education program designed to recruit, train and educate young people in the areas of earth science, natural science, biomedical science and medicine. ...

This program provides assistance to college and vocational students with license and certification fees associated with their chosen degree programs. Students who have received a certification from a state or nationally accredited training facility are eligible to apply. Students are eligible to receive assistance one time per license or certification for up to $500. Students...

LIHEAP assists individuals with home heating or cooling bills and/or energy assistance deposits. Required applications are available at any area office or from a Community Health Representative.

Lowak Sho’li is an annual forum featuring noted scholars covering the contributions of Native and non-Natives to the development of the humanities, important current initiatives facing the Native American population, and cross-cultural understanding and cooperation.  Open to the public, Lowak Sho’li is presented in October as a part of National Arts and Humanities Month....

“Lowak Shoppalá” is an exciting theatrical work with music by Chickasaw composer Jerod Impichchaachaahá Tate, words by Chickasaw author and Pulitzer finalist Linda Hogan and set and costume design by Chickasaw fiber artist and weaver Margaret Roach Wheeler.  This combination of music, dance and storytelling, enhanced by costuming based on authentic historical Chickasaw and Southeastern designs was premiered in 2009 in Ada, Oklahoma in East Central University’s Ataloa Theatre at the Hallie Brown Ford Fine Arts Center.  A...

Medical family therapy is a unique approach to overall health that addresses the biological, psychological, social and spiritual health of patients and their families in a medical setting. Medical family therapists provide patients with an opportunity to connect to resources that may aid in improving overall quality of life. The medical family therapist is part of the care team, which also includes medical providers, nursing staff and case managers. C...

The Chickasaw Nation Martial Arts Program offers Chickasaw families and Chickasaw Nation employees the opportunity to partake in a healthy lifestyle activity that incorporates Chickasaw culture through Chickasaw language. The program provides a structured atmosphere and promotes healthy peer interaction, while building the five basic needs of the student: character, sincerity, effort, etiquette and self-control. ...

Citizens eligible to participate in the Medicare Part D prescription drug plan may request assistance in research and enrollment into the best plan to match their individual needs. Benefit coordinators with Chickasaw Nation Department of Health (CNDH) are available to answer questions and help with applications during the enrollment period.