Community. Awareness. Prevention.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence or feels unsafe, help is available.
StrongHearts Native Helpline
1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483)
Provides 24/7 confidential and culturally appropriate support for Native Americans and Alaska Natives experiencing domestic or dating violence.
PRCI Tribal Member Support
PRCI tribal members and families may also contact the Social Services Department directly for assistance.
PRCI Social Services Department
559-421-1077
The Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) crisis refers to the disproportionately high rates of violence experienced by American Indian and Alaska Native people, particularly women and girls.
Research shows Indigenous communities experience some of the highest rates of violence in the United States.
More than 4 in 5 American Indian and Alaska Native women (84.3%) experience violence in their lifetime.
Domestic violence, sexual violence, trafficking, and stalking are often connected to cases involving missing or murdered Indigenous people.
Raising awareness and supporting survivors are important steps in helping prevent violence and protect Indigenous communities.
The PRCI Social Services Department provides services and support to eligible Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians tribal members and their families.
Available services may include:
Individual Counseling
Confidential counseling services for individuals experiencing stress, trauma, domestic violence, or other personal challenges.
Group Support Services
Support groups may be offered to provide a safe environment where individuals and families can connect with others and receive support.
Youth Counseling
Services focused on supporting youth and teens, including education related to:
Case Management and Advocacy
Assistance with accessing resources, navigating services, and connecting individuals and families to appropriate support programs.
Family Counseling
Support services designed to help families strengthen communication, address conflict, and improve family relationships.
For information about these services, please contact:
PRCI Social Services Department
559-421-1077
sleonard@chukchansi-nsn.gov
49063 Road 426 Oakhurst CA 93644
Domestic Violence Awareness
Domestic violence is a pattern of behavior used to gain power and control over another person.
Domestic violence can include:
Domestic violence can occur in dating relationships, marriages, and families.
If you or someone you know may be experiencing domestic violence, help and support resources are available.
Teen Dating Violence Prevention
Teen dating violence can occur in relationships among youth and young adults.
Healthy relationships are built on:
Teen dating violence may include:
Education and prevention help young people recognize unhealthy relationship behaviors and seek help when needed.
Sources
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Love Is Respect
Break the Cycle
If someone you know may be experiencing abuse:
– Listen without judgment
– Believe what they tell you
– Encourage them to seek help
– Offer to help connect them with resources
– Respect their safety decisions
Support from friends, family, and community members can play an important role in helping survivors access assistance and safety.
The following resources are available to anyone who needs help or support.
StrongHearts Native Helpline
1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483)
Provides 24/7 confidential support for Native Americans and Alaska Natives experiencing domestic or dating violence.
Love Is Respect
Teen dating violence support for youth ages 13-26.
1-866-331-9474
Text LOVEIS to 22522
Educational Materials
The PRCI MMIP Project provides educational materials and outreach related to:
Sources
Information on this page is based on data from the following organizations:
National Institute of Justice
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Bureau of Indian Affairs MMIP Program
Indian Health Service
National Network to End Domestic Violence
Love Is Respect Teen Dating Violence Awareness resources