Social Services
Interim Director:
Vice-President Virgil S. Smith
socialservicedirector@quechantribe.com
Receptionist:
Teresa Valenzuela
ssreception@quechantribe.com
Transporter:
Vacant
sstransporter@quechantribe.com
(928) 919-2479
Transporter:
Sylvanna Aragon
Transporter:
Jessamin Aragon
Physical Address:
465B Picacho Road
Winterhaven, CA 92283
Mailing Address:
PO Box 1899
Yuma, AZ 85366-1899
Phone:
(760) 919-3641
Fax:
(760) 572-2099
Hours of operation:
Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Closed for Lunch 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm.
On Call 24/7 contact Quechan Police Department (760) 572-2933
Mission Statement
The Department of Social Services’ goal is to improve the quality of life and enhance the life style of the individuals it serves and their families by assisting in areas of immediate need and promoting long term self-sufficiency by providing services such as intervention, planning, coordination, education, awareness, and referrals to the appropriate resources.
The Social Services Department and its staff members pursue excellence, integrity and commitment in the provision of effective community-based client care.
Services Provided:
- Children and Family Services
- Indian Child Welfare
- Child Protection
- Family Preservation
- Community Outreach
- Community Education/Awareness
- Domestic Violence Intervention and Legal Assistance
- Elder/Family Services
- Parenting Services
- Coordination of Adult Protective Services
Vision Statement
A strong, resilient community in Ft. Yuma where individuals and families have protection, access to resources, and self-sufficiency.
Programs (click on program to be directed to program page):
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12/31/1969