
SOCIAL SERVICES
The Bear River Social Services Department exists to serve, support and respect every member of the Bear River Community in a compassionate way while promoting health, safety, self-sufficiency and overall well-being. The Social Services Department is committed to working to advance new and effective ways of living while honoring traditional values and beliefs.






Mailing Address:
266 Keisner Road
Loleta, CA 95501
Physical Address:
588 Singley Hill Road
Loleta, CA 95501
Fax: 707-875-7229
Nicole Vance, MSW, CATC1
Social Services Assistant Director
nicolevance@brb-nsn.gov
707-733-1900 Ext. 1369
Lor Yang, MaSoc
ICWA Supervisor
Social Services Director
Melanie Gensaw, MSW, LCSW, PPSC
melaniegensaw@brb-nsn.gov
707-733-1900 Ext. 1172
ICWA SOCIAL WORKERS
Vaccant
Social Worker
SOCIAL WORKERS & STAFF
Social Services Assistant
Alisha Thomas
Zoe Berges
Social Worker
Social Worker