VISION STATEMENT

Promote effective communication through Ke' and respectfully preserving the unique natural resources of the community to attain a global business environment.

MISSION STATEMENT

Through Nitsa'hakees (Thinking), Nahata' (Planning), Iina (Life) and Siihasin (Values) the Tsaile/Wheatfields Chapter will foster self-sufficiency, sustainability, accountability and improve the quality of life for community members through economic and community development.

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The Tsaile/Wheatfields Chapter conducts monthly meetings to keep residents informed; residents have a forum to express their opinions to their Navajo Nation Council Delegate or to decide on matters concerning their communities. The chapter is home to the main campus of Dine’ College. As noted above, Dine’ College is the largest employer in the area. Dine’ College has 7 extension branches at each of the Navajo Nation growth centers. 

Along with the 7 extension branches, Dine’ College has provided education for students on an average of 3,950 students over a ten-year period from 1984 to 1993. The average was 4,807 over the last three years of that period; or an equivalent to 2,940 full-time enrolled students; 90% are Native American, with nearly all being Navajo. The Tsaile campus offers a great outlet educational, recreational, and entertainment of events for the Navajo people and the surrounding communities. Several special events are sponsored on campus, including seminars and conferences, music festivals, plays, concerts, sport tournaments, etc.

NOVEMBER 2020

November 13, 2020

Public Health Emergency Order No. 2020-030

Re-Issuing Stay at Home (Shelter in Place) Lockdown Order for Three (3) consecutive weeks. 

Executive Order No. 010-20

Related to the Declaration of a State of Emergency Due to the Covid-19 Virus on the Navajo Nation:  and due to the Rise in Covid-19 Cases Closing the Navajo Nation Government Offices and related activities.

The Tsaile/Wheatfields Chapter will take applications for assistance or services via on-line, e-mail, postal service, fax, or other non-contact means. 

Email Address:  tsaile@navajochapters.org 

Fax #: (928)724-2223

TSAILE/WHEATFIELDS CHAPTER

BUSINESS DAYS & HOURS:

MONDAY - FRIDAY

8:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.

LUNCH HOUR: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

CLOSED: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

EXCEPT ON HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS

**ALL PUBLIC, COMMITTEE & BOARD MEETINGS POSTPONE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE**

TSAILE/WHEATFIELDS SENIOR CENTER

Phone Number: (928)724-2213

8:00 AM TO 3:00 PM  **  MONDAY - FRIDAY  **  EXCEPT FOR HOLIDAYS & UNEXPECTED EVENTS

MEALS FOR 60 AND OVER 

HOME DELIVERED MEAL PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY

A.  Any person 60 years or older who is bound by reason of illness, incapacitating disability or is otherwise isolated.

B.  The spouse of an eligible client, regardless of age or condition, if determined by the case manager, that receipt of a meal is in the best interest of the homebound eligible person.

C.  Under age 60 disabled family member who reside with the eligible client.

D.  Top priority shall be given to emergency request.

E.  Only these individuals who have been determined to be homebound as defined shall be eligible for home delivered meals.

Homebound Status:  A person shall be determined to be homebound if he/she is:  UNABLE to leave home because of a disabling physical, EMOTIONAL or environmental condition, and UNABLE to prepare adequate meals for themselves.

CONGREGATE MEALS PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY

A.  Any Person aged 60 or older.

B.  Spouse of any person 60 or older (regardless of their age).

C.  Physically disabled or blind individual(s) who reside with the eligible elderly person or is a disabled family member who accompanies the eligible client to the congregate site.

D.  Volunteer(s) aged under 60 who provide service to the "Senior Citizen Center".

TSAILE HEAD START

Phone Number: (928)724-2211

Hours: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm;  Monday - Friday *Except for Holidays & Unexpected Events

OPEN ENROLLMENT:  All Level of Income Accepted

Three (3) - Five (5) years old

BRING THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS

- Updated Immunization

- Certification of Indian Blood - CIB (Optional)

- Income Verification

TSAILE WIC NUTRITION PROGRAM

WE ARE OPEN!

We are providing remote services only.  Please call/email us for WIC services.

(928)724-2200

(928)206-7351

(928)206-0584

OR

amblackhorse@navajo-nsn.gov

yrdavis@navajo-nsn.gov

Certification Documents needed:  Household Income, Child's Immunizations, Proof of Residency, and ID.  These documents could be emailed or picture messaged.