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    American Samoa Government

    Primary Point of Contact [and CDBG]
    Ms. Petti Matila
    Director
    Department of Commerce
    American Samoa Government
    Petti.matila@doc.as.gov 1 (684) 633-5155

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    Ms. Ruth Matagi
    President
    Development Bank of American Samoa
    ruth.matagi@dbas.as 1 (684) 633-4031

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    Mr. John Suisala
    Director
    Department of Human and Social Services
    jsuisala@dhss.as 1 (684) 633-7506

    My Local Office Information


    For assistance at all times, we encourage you to utilize the self-help resources above.

    If you are unable to have your questions answered from the resources above, please click on the Need More Help button below to contact your local office for further assistance.

     

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    Honolulu Field Office
    Pauahi Tower
    1003 Bishop Street, Suite 2100
    Honolulu, HI 96813-6463


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    [Phone Icon]Phone: (808) 457-4662
    TTY: Dial 7-1-1 (Not available in all areas)

    [Fax Icon] Fax: (202) 485-9190

    Office Hours:
    9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Wednesday.
    By appointment only, Thursday and Friday.

    Jocelyn Leialoha M Doane, Field Office Director

     

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    ⚠ In Distress? Reach Out for Help Now


    At HUD, we know housing challenges often come with other struggles. You’re not alone. These resources can help with safe housing, emergencies, or connecting with someone who will listen.

    If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

    988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. If you are feeling overwhelmed, facing mental health struggles, or emotional distress, free support is available any time:

    • Call: 988
    • Text: 988
    • Chat: 988lifeline.org
      Trained counselors are here to listen and help, 24/7.

    Support for Domestic Violence Survivors. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, confidential help is available 24/7:

    Mental Health & Substance Use Support. The U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Helpline offers free and confidential support for mental health, drug or alcohol use, and recovery:

    Rental, Homelessness, and Eviction Help. Need help with housing challenges, like eviction, renting, foreclosure, or credit issues?

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