Puyallup Tribe of Indians Village

An Opening Day Ceremony was held on March 11, 2021

The Puyallup Tribe of Indians partnered with the Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI) for the project called: ʔay’gʷasilali (pronouncedIgwasilali), a Whulshootseed word meaning “place of transformation”

There are 30 tiny homes on Puyallup trust land - sheltering up to 35 Tribal members, 18 years and older, including: individuals, couples, veterans, seniors, students, and people with pets

Each tiny house is 8 feet by 12 feet, is insulated, and has heat, electricity, and a locking door.

Amenities include: community kitchen, cultural activities, hygiene facilities and laundry facilities located in a separate communal building

Case management is provided by Low Income Housing Institute on-site staff 24 hours a day

The Puyallup Tribe of Indians Village is a transitional housing option.

Inquire about the referral process of Tribal Members experiencing homelessness. Contact the Puyallup Tribe Wrap Around Program by calling 253-382-6219 or 253-310-1855 or by emailing WrapAroundProgram@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov

Shannel Janzen, Wrap Around Services Program Manager