Alaska Resources

Important Preliminary Information & Statewide Resources

Navigating the system in Alaska requires understanding that it is highly regionalized. Most services are managed through a network of non-profit behavioral health organizations that serve specific regions, rather than individual counties (Alaska has boroughs instead of counties, and many are unorganized).

1. Alaska 2-1-1

   · Phone: Dial 2-1-1 or (800) 478-2221

   · Website: www.alaska211.org

   · Description: This is the absolute best starting point for any Alaskan seeking help. It is a free, confidential, information and referral service that maintains a comprehensive, up-to-date database of resources across the entire state, including addiction treatment, shelter, food, and financial assistance. They can connect you to the correct regional provider.

2. State of Alaska - Division of Behavioral Health (DBH)

   · Phone: (907) 465-3030 (Juneau Main Line)

   · Website: dhss.alaska.gov/dbh

   · Description: DBH is the state authority that funds and oversees substance use prevention and treatment. They allocate grants to the regional non-profit providers listed below. You do not typically call DBH directly for services; you contact the regional provider for your area.

3. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) - National Helpline

   · Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

   · Website: www.findtreatment.gov

   · Description: A free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service. They can provide referrals to local facilities, including those that accept Medicaid and offer sliding scale fees.

4. Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) & Tribal Health Organizations

   · Description: For Alaska Native and American Indian people, this is a primary and often preferred source of care. ANTHC and regional tribal health organizations (like Southcentral Foundation, Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC), etc.) provide comprehensive behavioral health services, including addiction treatment, often at no cost to the beneficiary.

   · How to Access: Contact your regional tribal health organization directly.

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Regional Behavioral Health Providers (The Key to Public Funding)

These organizations are the gatekeepers to state-funded treatment and services in their respective regions. They provide assessment, outpatient care, case management, and often have grants for sober living or can refer to it.

Anchorage Municipality (Anchorage, Mat-Su Valley, and surrounding areas)

Regional Provider:

· Alaska Behavioral Health (formerly ACMHS)

  · Phone: (907) 561-0955 (Anchorage) | (907) 373-8300 (Mat-Su)

  · Address (Anchorage): 3730 Woodland Drive, Suite 900, Anchorage, AK 99517

  · Description: The primary community behavioral health provider for the Anchorage region. They offer substance use assessments, outpatient treatment, and connections to higher levels of care. They accept Medicaid, private insurance, and offer a sliding fee scale. They are a key portal for state funding.

Sober Living & Faith-Based Programs:

· Akeela, Inc.

  · Phone: (907) 433-4600 (Sobering Center)

  · Address: 2804 Bering St, Anchorage, AK 99503

  · Description: Akeela runs several key programs, including a detox facility, the Gateway Center for detox and stabilization, and supportive housing. They are a major recipient of state and grant funding.

· Salvation Army - Clitheroe Center

  · Phone: (907) 339-6200

  · Address: 3600 E 20th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99508

  · Description: A highly respected provider offering medically monitored detox, residential treatment, intensive outpatient (IOP), and transitional living. Their programs have a spiritual foundation but are clinically driven. They accept Medicaid, private insurance, and have funding for those who qualify.

· Teen Challenge Alaska - Men's Center (Palmer)

  · Phone: (907) 745-7429

  · Address: 5261 E. Parr Ave, Palmer, AK 99645

  · Description: A long-term (12-month), faith-based residential program for men. They typically require a fee but offer scholarships and fundraising guidance.

· Set Free Alaska (Wasilla)

  · Phone: (907) 373-4732

  · Address: 415 E. Railroad Ave, Wasilla, AK 99654

  · Description: A faith-based provider offering outpatient, intensive outpatient (IOP), recovery housing, and peer support services. They accept Medicaid and private insurance.

Fairbanks North Star Borough (Fairbanks, Interior Alaska)

Regional Provider:

· Fairbanks Native Association (FNA) - Behavioral Services

  · Phone: (907) 452-6252

  · Address: 3100 South Cushman St, Fairbanks, AK 99701

  · Description: While prioritizing services for Alaska Natives, FNA provides substance use treatment to all community members. They are a major provider of detox, residential treatment (The Ralph Perdue Center), and outpatient services. They accept Medicaid and state funding.

Sober Living & Faith-Based Programs:

· Salvation Army - Fairbanks

  · Phone: (907) 452-5344

  · Address: 519 15th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701

  · Description: Offers emergency shelter and social services. They can be a critical entry point for accessing treatment resources in the Interior.

· Crossroads Recovery Ministries

  · Phone: (907) 452-4684

  · Description: A faith-based sober living house for men in Fairbanks, focusing on Christian discipleship and recovery support.

· Celebrate Recovery: Active groups in Fairbanks and North Pole. Use the national meeting finder for details.

Juneau City and Borough (Southeast Alaska)

Regional Provider:

· Juneau Alliance for Mental Health, Inc. (JAMHI)

  · Phone: (907) 463-3303

  · Address: 3406 Glacier Hwy, Juneau, AK 99801

  · Description: The core behavioral health provider for Juneau. They offer outpatient substance use treatment, mental health care, and case management. They accept Medicaid and offer sliding scale fees.

Sober Living & Faith-Based Programs:

· Glory Hall

  · Phone: (907) 586-4155

  · Address: 247 N. Franklin St, Juneau, AK 99801

  · Description: A homeless shelter and soup kitchen that serves as a primary hub for individuals struggling with addiction. They provide referrals to treatment and support services.

· SAFE Shelter

  · Phone: (907) 790-4357 (SAFE Line)

  · Description: Provides shelter and support for survivors of domestic violence, which often includes substance use counseling and referrals.

· Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC)

  · Phone: (907) 966-8680 (Behavioral Health)

  · Description: For Alaska Natives from Southeast communities, SEARHC provides behavioral health services in Juneau and throughout the region.

Kenai Peninsula Borough (Kenai, Soldotna, Homer)

Regional Provider:

· Central Peninsula Hospital - Behavioral Health

  · Phone: (907) 714-8888 (Outpatient Services)

  · Address: 250 Hospital Place, Soldotna, AK 99669

  · Description: Offers outpatient behavioral health and substance use services. A key access point for care on the Peninsula.

Sober Living & Faith-Based Programs:

· LeeShore Center (Kenai)

  · Phone: (907) 283-9479 (Crisis Line)

  · Address: 325 S. Spruce St, Kenai, AK 99611

  · Description: Provides emergency shelter and support services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, including substance use support.

· Homer Safe House

  · Phone: (907) 235-7712 (Crisis Line)

  · Description: Similar to LeeShore, provides shelter and support, including referrals for addiction treatment.

· Set Free Alaska (Also has services on the Peninsula)

  · Phone: (907) 260-4735 (Soldotna)

  · Description: Provides outpatient and recovery support services in the Soldotna area.

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How to Find Resources in Remote & Rural Areas (Bush Alaska)

For areas outside the main population hubs (e.g., Nome, Barrow, Bethel, Dillingham, Kodiak, the Aleutians):

1. Call Alaska 2-1-1: This is your most reliable resource to find what is available locally.

2. Contact Your Local Tribal Health Organization: This is the most critical step for rural residents.

   · Norton Sound Health Corporation (Nome): (907) 443-3311

   · Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation (Bethel): (907) 543-6000

   · Manilaq Health Center (Kotzebue): (907) 442-3321

   · Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation (Dillingham): (907) 842-5201

   · Kodiak Area Native Association (Kodiak): (907) 486-9800

3. Village-Based Health Clinics: Most villages have a local health clinic that can provide initial assessment and telehealth connections to behavioral health specialists in larger hubs.

4. Telehealth: Many providers, including Alaska Behavioral Health and the tribal health systems, offer telehealth services, bringing counseling and outpatient care directly to rural communities.

Final Important Notes on Funding in Alaska

· Medicaid: Alaska's Medicaid program is a primary funder of substance use treatment. Most major providers accept it.

· Sliding Scale: Almost all non-profit and state-funded facilities offer fees based on your income.

· Grants: The state DBH provides grants to providers for specific services, including sober living support. Access to these grants is handled by the provider, not the individual. You must be assessed by the provider to see if you qualify.

· Private Insurance: Always check with your insurer for in-network providers.

· Persistence is Key: Resources can be stretched thin, and waitlists may exist. Keep trying and utilize all support systems available, including peer support groups like AA and NA, which are present in most communities.

Start your search by calling Alaska 2-1-1. They will provide you with the most current contact information for the regional behavioral health provider and faith-based options specific to your location.