Elder Assistance
Reimbursement Program
EARP Program Overview
The Shawnee Tribe Elder Assistance Reimbursement Program provides funds to assist with expenses incurred in the general welfare of elder citizens and purchases of eligible elder care items. Tribal citizens 65 years of age or older qualify for this benefit. The citizen’s income, location or dual citizenship status are not used to determine eligibility.
Steps to apply:
– Complete application with a copy of your Shawnee Tribal card.
– Submit receipts dated after October 1, 2025 (example would be grocery store/Wal-Mart).
– Submit bills/invoices with proof of payment after October 1, 2025 (invoices must show citizen’s name/address and show payment).
Reimbursement requests may be submitted up to four times per year, not to exceed a total of $1,000.00 per eligible citizen, per fiscal year (October 1 – September 30). Once you have submitted an application, only receipts/invoices are needed for the remaining submissions.
Citizens who intend to apply for this benefit are encouraged to contact program staff ahead of completing an application to verify whether a purchase is eligible for reimbursement through Elder Assistance. Please contact Tammy Burkybile at Tburkybile@Shawnee-tribe.com or (918) 542-2441, ext. 106 for assistance.
Allow 4-6 weeks from the application submission to time of payment.
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BURKYBILE
MEADOR
Examples of expenses that are eligible for reimbursement but are not limited to:
Medical & hygienic items, supplies, and equipment:
- Prescription and over the counter (OTC) medications
- Ambulatory products (wheelchairs, canes, walkers)
- Eyeglasses, Dentures, Doctor visits
Utilities, taxes, and insurance (Must be in citizen’s name/address):
- Mortgage or rent (if renting, a current lease agreement is required)
- Electric, natural gas, propane, water, or trash service
- Phone, internet bill
- Property tax, Tax preparation bill
- Health care or life insurance
- Homeowner, renter, or auto insurance
Miscellaneous:
- Groceries
- Lawn care
- Handyman services
- Car repair
- Home repair and maintenance
Excludes gasoline, alcohol, tobacco, clothing, pet food/supplies and cosmetics.
Required documents
& how to apply
Required Documents:
- Complete application
- Copy of Shawnee Tribe citizen enrollment card
- Original receipts demonstrating eligible purchases*
- Other documents as requested
*Receipts must meet the following guidelines to be considered reimbursable:
- Must be an original, itemized receipt including purchase date and total purchase price
- Applicants must include the citizen’s name and enrollment number on the top of each receipt.
- It is preferred that receipts do not include other non-reimbursable items.
- Printed receipts for online purchases are accepted.
- Handwritten receipts are discouraged; however, an exception may be made on a case-by-case basis for small local services such as lawn care.
Applications are processed in the order they are received. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Original receipts must be submitted via mail or delivered in person at Shawnee Tribe Headquarters. Applications and other required documentation may be submitted via email, mail, or in person at Shawnee Tribe Headquarters.
As stated above, citizens who intend to apply for this benefit are encouraged to contact contact Tammy Burkybile at Tburkybile@Shawnee-tribe.com or (918) 542-2441, ext. 106 for assistance.