Citizen Potawatomi Nation
August 12, 2019
The goal of the program is to help families sustain an environment of safety and well-being by addressing family issues through a holistic approach.
July 30, 2019
FireLodge Children & Family Services is committed to protecting children and ensuring they are connected to their family and heritage.
July 19, 2019
CPN Indian Child Welfare Administrative Officer Ashlee May recently received a commendation from her alma mater, East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma, for her service at both the House of Hope and ICW.
July 9, 2019
Along with the rise in temperature comes a rise in domestic violence cases for shelter advocates and hotlines.
June 14, 2019
While Citizen Potawatomi cultural traditions center on reverence for one’s ancestors and elders, the issue of elder abuse is present at the Tribal level. If a Tribal adult is unable to make decisions concerning their health and welfare, CPN Adult Protective Services seeks out family members to serve as a guardian.
May 21, 2019
One-third of the children in foster care in Oklahoma are reported to be Native American. Some of the children are Potawatomi and placed in non-Native American homes. FireLodge Children & Family Services strives to place children in culturally appropriate situations.
April 10, 2019
April 2019 marks the 18th annual Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The theme is “I Ask” to show the power in asking for consent.
April 4, 2019
CPN's FireLodge Children and Family Services recognizes April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month with a Fun Walk at FireLake Lake.
March 14, 2019
Citizen Potawatomi Nation joined a Native American Rights Fund amicus brief in support of the Indian Child Welfare Act.