Attention All Tribal Hunters

Hunting Tag Location for the 25-26 Season at former Tribal Administration building check distribution window (3009 E. Portland Ave., Tacoma)

Please be informed that the hunting tag check out location for the start of the 2025-2026 Hunting Season is located at the former Tribal Administration building check distribution window 3009 E. Portland Ave., Tacoma, WA 98404.  Tag check out location will be relocating to the new main Administration Building in the coming weeks, so please continue to watch for updates.  Feel free to contact the Hunting and Wildlife Department at HWD@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov or the HWD information line 253-680-5702 for more information.

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Foster Care Program

Mission Statement

Our mission is to serve Puyallup tribal children and youth through a caring, accepting and safe community of native foster homes who focus on healing hearts, nurturing hope and keeping children connected to their culture.

Contact Info

Director:
Marriah Betschart

Main Contact Number:
(253) 680-5755

Email:
Marriah.E.Betschart@PuyallupTribe-nsn.gov

Assistant Director:
Kate Colbert

Main Contact Number:
(253) 680-5542

Email:
Kate.Colbert@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov

CPA Program Manager:
Kaylena Satiacum

Main Contact Number:
(253) 680-5537

Email:
Kay.Satiacum@PuyallupTribe-nsn.gov

Office Location and Hours

Office Address:
1423 E. 29th Street
Tacoma, WA 98404

Mailing Address:
3002 Duct Cho St.
Tacoma, WA 98404

Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Services Provided

PTCS recruits and licenses tribal foster homes (or community member foster homes) to provide care for children in need of out-of-home placement.

Types of Caregivers

  • Relative Placement Providers
  • Certified Placement Providers
  • Licensed Placement Providers

Types of Care

  • Emergency
  • Respite
  • Transitional
  • On-going
  • Permanency

Eligibility Requirements

Foster home applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Minimum 21 years of age
  • Have a source of income
  • Valid driver’s license and insurance
  • Adequate space in the home
  • Pass a CPS and Background check

We provide our caregivers with ongoing support, appreciation events and training opportunities.
Contact the CPA Program Manager for more info on eligibility requirements.
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