Social Services
A community health worker and social worker are available by appointment to assist with issues relating to mental health, homelessness and housing, the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), K-12 education and homeschooling, substance abuse and recovery, domestic violence, medical advocacy, social services referrals, access to legal support, and other needs.
No tribal documentation is required to receive advocacy services. Appointments are required. For more information or to set an appointment, please contact Ella Blackowl or Wyze Roundtree at (617) 277-4804.
We are unable to provide genealogical research or family location services, blood or DNA tests, nor can we provide tribal enrollment assistance.
A community health worker and social worker are available by appointment to assist with issues relating to mental health, homelessness and housing, the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), K-12 education and homeschooling, substance abuse and recovery, domestic violence, medical advocacy, social services referrals, access to legal support, and other needs.
No tribal documentation is required to receive advocacy services. Appointments are required. For more information or to set an appointment, please contact Ella Blackowl or Wyze Roundtree at (617) 277-4804.
We are unable to provide genealogical research or family location services, blood or DNA tests, nor can we provide tribal enrollment assistance.
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Food Access
For support in applying for assistance programs and accessing food pantries, meal centers, etc., please contact Ella Blackowl at 617-277-2804 or email her at [email protected]. Native Community Garden With the help of NAICOB members, The Food Project, and many volunteers, NAICOB is home to a community garden. Want to grow with us? Contact Reggi Alkiewicz at [email protected] or Lux Trevelyan at [email protected] to join the garden program and to learn more about food programming at the Center. |
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Health & Wellness
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Our team provides the following health and wellness services:
We also host various health education events throughout the year and provide dental and health screenings annually in August. If you are an elder, homeless, or housing insecure, and you need blankets, shoes, warm clothing, or other resources, please contact us at 617-232-0343 or [email protected]. For a specific staff member, see our staff page. |
For COVID-19 updates from the City of Boston, please visit: https://www.boston.gov/news/coronavirus-disease-covid-19-boston
Find state updates here: http://www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-response-reporting
To apply for SNAP Benefits: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-snap-benefits-food-stamps
To locate your nearest IHS service site: http://www.ihs.gov/findhealthcare
To apply for MassHealth: http://www.mass.gov/how-to/enroll-in-a-masshealth-health-plan-individuals-and-families-younger-than-65
For the Home Energy Assistance Program, visit: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/learn-about-home-energy-assistance-heap
Boston residents who need utilities assistance, visit: https://www.boston.gov/news/utility-resources
Find state updates here: http://www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-response-reporting
To apply for SNAP Benefits: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-snap-benefits-food-stamps
To locate your nearest IHS service site: http://www.ihs.gov/findhealthcare
To apply for MassHealth: http://www.mass.gov/how-to/enroll-in-a-masshealth-health-plan-individuals-and-families-younger-than-65
For the Home Energy Assistance Program, visit: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/learn-about-home-energy-assistance-heap
Boston residents who need utilities assistance, visit: https://www.boston.gov/news/utility-resources
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Tech for All
The Timothy Smith Network (TSN) Computer Technology Lab at NAICOB provides open-access, computer training, and classes. The lab is open to all Massachusetts residents for open-access and limited one-on-one assistance except when a class is in session.
Open Access lab hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Friday, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, excluding holidays. We are currently offering LEGO Robotics! Contact the Department of Employment and Training at (617) 277-4804 for more information and class schedules. |
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Mature Workers
NAICOB is an Operation A.B.L.E. Mature Worker site. This program is a community-based workforce development program the combines soft and hard skills training. Through Operation A.B.L.E., we can employ up three (3) people who are 55 and older.
For more information on the Mature Worker program, please contact Ella Blackowl at (617) 277-4804 or email [email protected]. You may also contact Operation A.B.L.E. directly at (617) 542-4180.
For more information on the Mature Worker program, please contact Ella Blackowl at (617) 277-4804 or email [email protected]. You may also contact Operation A.B.L.E. directly at (617) 542-4180.