Family Support Services – Cina Akidąwe
Helping families grow strong—together.
Cina Akidąwe offers family support rooted in cultural understanding, community connection, and practical care.
👣 Foster Care
“Providing care when home isn’t safe.”
When a child cannot safely remain in their home, foster care provides a temporary, nurturing environment. Our goal is always family reunification when possible.
What We Do:
Identify and support tribal foster homes
Ensure placements follow the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)
Work toward permanency through reunification, guardianship, or adoption
Staff Contact:
Missy Harvey – Family Support Worker
Office: (785) 595-3264
Cell: (785) 850-8949
🧬 Indian Child Welfare (ICWA)
“Protecting culture, preserving families.”
The Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978 protects the rights of Native children and families. Cina Akidąwe ensures all child welfare cases comply with ICWA so that Ioway children remain connected to their families, culture, and tribal identity.
We work closely with courts, foster homes, and biological families to honor this sacred responsibility.
Staff Contact:
Sarah Simmons – ICWA Case Manager
Office: (785) 595-3264
Cell: (785) 850-6872
🤝 General Social Services
“Guidance through life’s hardest times.”
We walk with families facing challenges—helping them find stability, safety, and connection to services.
Support May Include:
Referrals for housing, food, healthcare
Parenting and budgeting education
Emergency assistance coordination
Emotional support and check-ins
Office: 785-595-3260
🧡 Why It Matters
“Every family deserves support.”
Cina Akidąwe believes that strong families are the heart of a strong Ioway Nation. We’re here to support you, no matter the situation, with services that are confidential, respectful, and always grounded in compassion.
How to Make a Report
If you’re concerned for someone’s safety, please don’t wait. Reports may be made anonymously, and we’ll treat every situation with care and confidentiality.
📞 Report Hotlines (State-by-State)
Kansas:
Child or Elder Abuse: 1-800-922-5330
Nebraska:
Abuse & Neglect Hotline: 1-800-652-1999
Missouri:
Child Abuse & Neglect Hotline: 1-800-392-3738
💬 Reports may be made anonymously.
