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Social Services

Program Services and External Resources

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Call: (866) 764-2233

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About Samish Social Services

Mission Statement

The mission of the Samish Social Services Department is to empower families and individuals toward obtaining self-sufficiency and improving their well-being through the cooperation of tribal programs, of the community, and the cooperation of other service providers.

Program Services:

Social Services offers a variety of programs to promote healthy families and self-sufficiency of the Samish tribe.

  • Indian Child Welfare (ICW) and Family Support Services
  • Kinship
  • Victims of Crime (VOC)

About Social Services:

Samish Social Services is part of the larger Health & Human Services Department offering assistance and advocacy to tribal citizens. Verification of tribal enrollment is a requirement of participation. Some services are subject to availability of funds and may not be available year-round. The HHS Department also offers Health & Diabetes Education, Vocational Rehabilitation and Housing Services. Please inquire for details.

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Social Services Staff

  • Amanda Huff

    Social Services Social Worker

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  • Francisco Ocampo

    Social Services Social Worker

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  • Loni Cortez

    Social Services Support Specialist

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  • Diana Minks

    Social Services Support Specialist

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Samish Elders Chat & Learn - Financial Workshop


Samish Elders will learn practical financial information and tools.

Dates: 09 – 09 Oct, 2025

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Dinner & Drumming (Fidalgo Bay Resort)


Gather for a shared dinner followed by Coast Salish singing and drumming.

Dates: 09 – 09 Oct, 2025

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Samish Elders Virtual & In-Person Bingo Fun!


Samish Elders are invited to Bingo Fun!

Dates: 10 – 10 Oct, 2025

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Shawl Making Class (online)

Anacortes, WA

Learn to fringe a traditional shawl, taught by Trish Breckenridge.

Dates: 14 – 14 Oct, 2025

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Fabric Block Printing Class (Summit Park)

Anacortes, WA

Carve a custom stamp design and learn to block print fabric, taught by Rose Pond.

Dates: 18 – 18 Oct, 2025

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Samish Elders Chat & Learn - Food and Medical Savings Assistance Programs


Elders will learn about eligibility for additional food and medical benefits and savings.

Dates: 20 – 20 Oct, 2025

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Dinner & Drumming (Fidalgo Bay Resort)


Gather for a shared dinner followed by Coast Salish singing and drumming.

Dates: 23 – 23 Oct, 2025

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Samish Halloween Party

Anacortes, WA

Get ready for a spooky good time at our Samish Halloween Party—a fun-filled celebration for the whole family!

Dates: 25 – 25 Oct, 2025

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Harvest Fest (Fidalgo Bay Resort)

Anacortes, WA

Save the date for the annual Samish Harvest Fest at Fidalgo Bay Resort.

Dates: 01 – 01 Nov, 2025

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Putting Away the Paddles (Fidalgo Bay Resort)


Join Samish Canoe Family at Fidalgo Bay Resort to celebrate the end of our 2025 season!

Dates: 01 – 01 Nov, 2025

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Cedar Reindeer Ornaments Class (online)

Anacortes, WA

Weave a reindeer Christmas ornament from cedar bark, taught by Pat Dunn.

Dates: 05 – 05 Nov, 2025

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Dinner & Drumming (Fidalgo Bay Resort)


Gather for a shared dinner followed by Coast Salish singing and drumming.

Dates: 06 – 06 Nov, 2025

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Samish Elders Chat & Learn - Medicare Open Enrollment


Informative session to help you navigate Medicare options.

Dates: 13 – 13 Nov, 2025

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Dinner & Drumming (Fidalgo Bay Resort)


Gather for a shared dinner followed by Coast Salish singing and drumming.

Dates: 20 – 20 Nov, 2025

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Christmas Party (Fidalgo Bay Resort)

Anacortes, WA

Save the date for the annual Samish Christmas Party at Fidalgo Bay Resort.

Dates: 06 – 06 Dec, 2025

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Winter Traditions Talk (online)

Anacortes, WA

Learn about Samish winter traditions, taught by Trish Breckenridge.

Dates: 10 – 10 Dec, 2025

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Virtual Christmas Party (online)


Save the date for the annual Virtual Samish Christmas Party.

Dates: 12 – 12 Dec, 2025

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Dinner & Drumming (Fidalgo Bay Resort)


Gather for a shared dinner followed by Coast Salish singing and drumming.

Dates: 18 – 18 Dec, 2025

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