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Social Services

Program Services and External Resources

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Native and Strong Lifeline: Call 988 and Press 4

Maternal Mental Health Hotline

ICW

VOC

Call: (866) 764-2233

VC

APS

KIN

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.

Social Services Staff

  • Sarah Beach

    Social Services Director

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  • Amanda Huff

    Social Services Social Worker

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  • Francisco Ocampo

    Social Services Social Worker

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  • Budda Luna

    Social Services Support Specialist

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  • Emma Johnson

    Social Services Support Specialist

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Drop-in Culture Class (in-person)

Anacortes, WA

Join us Wednesdays for drop-in culture classes, hosted by the Prevention & Intervention Program.

Dates: 29 – 29 Nov, 2023

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Samish Community Virtual Christmas Party


Join us virtually for a multi-generational gathering with trivia, giveaways, and more!

Dates: 01 – 01 Dec, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


Stop by to carve, paint, create, and learn more about Coast Salish art.

Dates: 02 – 02 Dec, 2023

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Christmas Party (in-person)

Anacortes, WA

Join us at Fidalgo Bay Resort for the Annual Samish Christmas Party!

Dates: 02 – 02 Dec, 2023

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Chat & Craft (virtual)


Join us for a casual evening to virtually meet with friends, work on crafts, and just generally have a good time.

Dates: 05 – 05 Dec, 2023

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Drop-in Culture Class (in-person)

Anacortes, WA

Join us Wednesdays for drop-in culture classes, hosted by the Prevention & Intervention Program.

Dates: 06 – 06 Dec, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


Stop by to carve, paint, create, and learn more about Coast Salish art.

Dates: 08 – 08 Dec, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


Stop by to carve, paint, create, and learn more about Coast Salish art.

Dates: 09 – 09 Dec, 2023

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Book Club: Two Old Women (virtual)


Join us virtually for a discussion of “Two Old Women: An Alaska Legend of Betrayal, Courage and Survival” by Velma Wallis.

Dates: 12 – 12 Dec, 2023

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Drop-in Culture Class (in-person)

Anacortes, WA

Join us Wednesdays for drop-in culture classes, hosted by the Prevention & Intervention Program.

Dates: 13 – 13 Dec, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


Stop by to carve, paint, create, and learn more about Coast Salish art.

Dates: 15 – 15 Dec, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


Stop by to carve, paint, create, and learn more about Coast Salish art.

Dates: 16 – 16 Dec, 2023

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Book Club: Noopiming (virtual)


Join us for a discussion of “Noopiming: The Cure for White Ladies” by Leanne Betasamosake Simpson.

Dates: 09 – 09 Jan, 2024

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Drop-in Culture Class (in-person)

Anacortes, WA

Join us Wednesdays for drop-in culture classes, hosted by the Prevention & Intervention Program.

Dates: 10 – 10 Jan, 2024

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Drop-in Culture Class (in-person)

Anacortes, WA

Join us Wednesdays for drop-in culture classes, hosted by the Prevention & Intervention Program.

Dates: 17 – 17 Jan, 2024

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Drop-in Culture Class (in-person)

Anacortes, WA

Join us Wednesdays for drop-in culture classes, hosted by the Prevention & Intervention Program.

Dates: 24 – 24 Jan, 2024

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Book Club: One Story, One Song (virtual)


Join us for a discussion of “One Story, One Song” by Richard Wagamese.

Dates: 13 – 13 Feb, 2024

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