At the Minnesota Indian Area Agency on Aging, we walk alongside Tribal Nations to strengthen the systems that support Native elders. We collaborate with communities and agencies to promote holistic care that honors ceremony, belonging, memory, and place in recognition that these are just as essential to health and well-being as the physical aspects of aging.
(starting in 2026)
The MIAAA recognizes that American Indian elders face unique challenges and barriers to accessing services. Our approach is:
We integrate traditional values, practices, and belief systems into all our programs and services.
Each year, the MIAAA serves thousands of American Indian elders across Minnesota, helping them navigate the challenges of aging while maintaining their independence and cultural connections.
Through our work, we:
Access forms, updates, funding details, and other materials most often needed for Tribal elder service programs. It’s updated regularly as new resources become available.
Click and download the following forms.
