Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians - Salem Area Office

We are distributing fish again today, 7/22!

We still have fish! We will be here until 6:00 pm

Fish Distribution for Siletz Tribal Households
If you are picking up fish for another tribal member you must bring a note. The note should include the tribal members roll number, phone number, and their signature.

UPDATE: All fish have been distributed

Fresh Fish Distribution: We were just informed that we will be receiving fresh, unpackaged Steelhead for distribution. The fish will be whole, gutted, and bled: not filleted. We apologize that we were unable to give more notice. As it is coming fresh from the hatchery, we were just recently given the details to pass on to you. Please be sure to bring an ice chest or bag with ice for your fish. The number of fish available per household will be based on household size. We recommend calling or texting Sarah Ellisor, 503-551-9301, to confirm fish is still available if you are not here when the distribution begins at 10:00 am. We will also send out an update via Facebook and to our newsletter email recipients when all the fish has been taken. We will accept signed notes if you are picking up fish for others.
We will have another distribution soon. Watch for our Facebook post.

As a reminder- the Higher Education Grant applications are due on the 30th of this month! You must include proof of completing your FAFSA application by June 30th and proof of applying for the Oregon Tribal Student Grant (if going to an Oregon based university) as well to qualify for the CTSI Higher Education Grants.

Join us tonight!

The Planning Department is hosting another Siletz Community Meeting on Zoon on June 20th! This is open to all Siletz Tribal Members, regardless of location.

The meeting starts at 4:30 PM (PSD). This will be the last community meeting that you'll be able to provide your input for the CTSI Comprehensive Plan.

UPDATE: As of 6/24/24, all units have been distributed.
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Air Conditioners Available

Qualifications
• Chronic illness and/or an Elder
• Can NOT have already received an AC unit
• Pick up only
• If you are pregnant and/or have a child under 5
• Must live in the 11-county service area
• VERY LIMITED SUPPLY- First come, first served for those who meet the qualifications

If you are interested, please reach out to your local Area Office:

Portland: 541-272-9083
Salem is out of units
Eugene is out of units
Siletz: 541-444-9652

Call Sarah, SAO Supervisor, to RSVP: 503-390-9494
Space is limited.

The TYEE Summer Youth Employment Program is accepting applications until June 14th! Complete applications must be returned by 4:30 PM on 6/14.

This program is open to enrolled Siletz Tribal member youth 14-18 years old, residing in the eleven county service area. They must be 14 years old by 7/1/24 to participate and returning to a school or GED program in the Fall. Students who have successfully graduated High School or completed a GED program are not eligible for TYEE summer youth employment. Most current transcript or proof of enrollment in School/GED program is required – be sure to get this documentation prior to your school closing for summer.

Siletz
[email protected]

Salem
[email protected]

Eugene
[email protected]

Portland
[email protected]

Plants for Pick-Up!

Our Community Health Advocate has vegetable plants from the Clinic’s Farm Property available for Tribal Members to pick-up!

Come into the office on Monday and grab some plants for your garden.

Come learn the basics of pine needle basketry. Now taking sign-ups until full., 503-390-9494.

The Elders Woodcut for May 18th has been postponed to Thursday, May 23rd.

We need volunteers for our Elders Woodcut!

From 8 AM - 2 PM
Thurs. May 23rd, 2024 (rescheduled date)
Sat. July 20th, 2024
Sat. September 21st, 2024

At the Tribe’s Logsden Road Property to the right of the Tribal Food Distribution Warehouse in Siletz.

Join us to split, load and deliver firewood to our Tribal elders!

Please bring your own gloves, axes and chainsaws if you have them. Wood splitters and tools provided on site. Snacks, water & pizza Provided!

The Planning Department is hosting another Siletz Community Meeting on Zoon on June 20th! This is open to all Siletz Tribal Members, regardless of location.

The meeting starts at 4:30 PM (PSD). This will be the last community meeting that you'll be able to provide your input for the CTSI Comprehensive Plan.

All Areas Invitation to Clinic Farm!

May 17 & 18th
10 AM - 5 PM
No registration required, just come on out!

Inviting Salem, Portland, Eugene, and other outside of area Tribal members, staff, and families to visit the SCHC Farm Property to receive vegetable plants and gardening resources while touring the Clinic’s Farm Property facilities. 5213 Logsden Rd. Siletz, OR Second drive past mile marker five coming from Siletz.

For more info or support, contact your area office staff below:
Eugene: Jessica Hibler at 541-337-2285
Portland: Blanchette Morrison at 541-272-9083
Salem: Cecelia Tolentino at 503-390-9494 ext. 1854

Family Literacy Night takes place next Wednesday, April 24th!

The event starts at 5 PM at 3160 Blossom Drive - Suite 101 in Salem with a free dinner. Siletz Tribal households are invited to attend- all ages welcome!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Sonya Moody-Jurado at [email protected] or 503-390-9494.

Positive Indian Parenting
April 23rd through May 28th

Offered via Zoom and in-person in Eugene with dinner provided. Sessions will be Tuesday evenings. Dinner is served at 5:30 PM. Sessions begin at 6:15 PM.

RSVP to Lori Christy at 503-390-9494 or [email protected]

We have 3 turkeys left. Call now if interested. We are also creating a call list for future turkey distributions. These are wild and unprocessed turkeys. 503-390-9494.

We are now taking signups for two projects. Call soon as space is limited, 503-390-9494.

Free Eye Exam and Glasses through OHSU Casey Eye Institute

Event Details

Date: Saturday February 16th
Time: By appointment only
Location: Salem, OR

Call 503-390-9494 ext. 1854 to make an appointment.

This event is for non-tribal and tribal community members. You do not need to be a Siletz tribal member to reserve an appointment slot.

Student Graduation Stole Program
High School through Graduate School

2024 Graduates can submit a request form January 1st, 2024 to May 31st, 2024.

Contact an Education Specialist for an Application:

Katy Holland
Portland/Washington Area
[email protected]

Jeff Sweet
Siletz Area
[email protected]

Sonya Moody-Jurado
Salem Area
[email protected]

Candace Hill
Eugene/Out-of-Area
[email protected]

Applicant must be an enrolled Siletz Tribal member at time of completion/graduation.

The Salem Area office will have the brainstorming sheets from our area Planning meeting posted in the office until the end of next week. Stop by and add your ideas and thoughts to them!

If you're interested in tutoring, please reach out to Sonya at [email protected].

Online Academic Support for Siletz Tribal Members

Free Virtual Tutoring!

* 24/7 On-Demand Access to Online Professional Tutors
* GED Support
* All Subjects and Grade Levels- From Kindergarten through College/University
* Individualized Help in All Subjects
* SAT & ACT Prep; College Course Level Help and More
* All Tribal Students Eligible to Apply, Regardless of Residence.

Contact your local Education Specialist to sign up:

Siletz & Out-of-Area
Jeff - [email protected]

Salem
Sonya - [email protected]

Portland
Katy - [email protected]

Eugene
Candace - [email protected]

Please Note:
Students MUST complete a Tutoring Application to register. Tutoring hours are available on a first come first serve basis as resources are available.

Join us tonight!

Save the Date - CTSI Planning Department 2024 Community Meetings

In-person meetings will have a light dinner. Zoom option is also available.

The ‘Zoom Only’ Out of Area meeting time is 3:00 PM Pacific Standard Time.

January 11th, 2024
5:30 PM
Eugene Area Office

January 25th, 2024
5:30 PM
Salem Area Office

February 15th, 2024
5:30 PM
Siletz Tribal Community Center

February 29th, 2024
5:30 PM
Portland Area Office

March 14th, 2024
Out of Area/Zoom

For further information, please contact Danise Barker, Planning Assistant 541-444-8257 or Pamela Barlow-Lind, Planning Director 541-444-8361.

Reminder: Tomorrow is the Planning Department Community Meeting at the Salem area office. The meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. with a light dinner.

For further information, please contact:
Danise Barker, Planning Assistant, 541-444-8257
Pamela Barlow-Lind, Planning Director, 541-444-8361

Contact Sonya Moody-Jurado at [email protected] with any questions!

2022-2023 CTSI College Information Nights
6PM Via Zoom!

Topics include: Financial Aid (FAFSA); Oregon Tribal Student Grant; Tribal funding; Meet representatives from colleges here in Oregon and across the nation and more!

⭐ College Information Night I – 10/26/23

⭐ College Information Night II – 01/25/24

⭐ College Information Night III – 04/25/24

Sponsored by the CTSI Education Department.

Contact an Education Specialist to sign up!

Jeff Sweet
Siletz & Out-of-Area
[email protected]

Sonya Moody-Jurado
Salem Area
[email protected]

Candace Hill
Eugene Area
[email protected]

Katy Holland
Portland & Washington
[email protected]

If you are a SNAP benefits recipient and have had food loss due to an outage from the storm, you may be able to get additional assistance to replace your loss (see below). Also, USDA clients may be able to get some of their food replaced (limited amount). Reach out to the USDA program directly to discuss the available options: 1-541-444-8279.

The Salem office is open today at 8 AM.

The Salem office is closed to in-person service today. Staff are working from home and available via email.

Phones in the offices are currently down. If you need immediate assistance, you can call 541-270-7008 to reach Dana Rodriguez, the Administrative Services Clerk.

Phone and Internet services are currently down in Siletz. Due to this, our ability to provide services will be extremely limited for the time being. Our offices are currently closed and are expected to reopen by noon on Wednesday, January 17th.

Area Offices

Area offices are also closed for the time being, but can be reached for urgent needs. If you need to reach the Portland office, please call 541-272-9268. The Eugene and Salem offices can be reached at their usual numbers.

We thank you in advance for your patience as we wait for conditions to get better so we can reopen.

Warming Shelter Links and Resources

211 Info: https://www.211info.org/get-help/housing-shelter/extreme-cold-warming-centers/

Lincoln County
https://www.co.lincoln.or.us/1109/Community-Shelter-and-Resource-Center

Salem Area
https://www.co.polk.or.us/fco

https://mwvcaa.org/programs/emergency-services/shelter-locations/

Portland Area
https://www.washingtoncountyor.gov/housing/shelters

https://www.multco.us/care-when-its-cold

https://www.clackamas.us/relief

Eugene Area
https://www.lanecounty.org/government/county_departments/health_and_human_services/public_health/cooling___warming_spaces

https://health.bentoncountyor.gov/warming-cooling/