Jordan’s Principle Service Coordinator Program

Marisa Anthony
Jordan’s Principle Coordinator
Main Office: 250-914-2212
Cell: 250-201-8801

The purpose of the Jordan’s Principle Service Coordinator program is to ensure that children and families are receiving regional enhanced support in applying to the Jordan’s Principle program to receive services and supports from Indigenous Services Canada.

The Service Coordinator will work with children residing on reserve, in remote communities, and those living in urban settings. The coordinator is prepared to work directly with First Nations, Tribal Council’s and other organizations towards preparing applications for groups of children where necessary. As always, Sasamans Society will aim to provide this service of Strengthening “Our Children” and families, in a community-driven and culturally appropriate manner.

Program Goals:

• To ensure that indigenous children receive equitable access to services and supports in all aspects of:
  • Health care
  • Education
  • Social Services

The Jordan’s Principle Service Coordinator will assist families and children in:

• Identifying whether the child fits the criteria to apply for coverage.
• Assessing what services and supports can be covered.
• Gathering the appropriate documentation and expense assessments.
• Completing the original applications, appeals, and reimbursement applications.
• Navigating how and where to send requests.

The Service Coordinator is also able to collaborate with the family and attend to the entire application process for them if needed.

Jacquie Henderson
Jordan’s Principle ARC Fund Administrator
Main Office: 250-914-2212
Cell: 250.201.1105

The Approved Request Contingency Fund (ARC Fund) is a third party payments initiative that enables partner organizations to issue payments for approved requests submitted by their Service Coordinator to alleviate the administrative burden and delays. The ARC Administrator will be responsible for coordinating payments to parents/guardians and service providers on behalf of Indigenous Services Canada; liaising with Indigenous requestors and ensuring accuracy in funding processes, data collection and reporting.

The Administrator also provides support on an as needed basis to the Jordan’s Principle Service Coordinator and liaise with Indigenous Services Canada representatives in the course of implementing the Enhanced Service Coordination model and ARC Fund Initiative in BC Region.