VOA Stands Ready to Continue
Supporting Youth and Families
As of March 21st, all outpatient, early intervention, and prevention services have been migrated to telehealth delivery via Zoom or phone.
Thanks to some intense mobilization and collaboration across the organization, we stand ready to continue serving the community with no disruption to services, nor any reduction in our availability to support youth and families during this time.
Our team at VOA is called to support the most vulnerable youth in our community. In the face of community crisis, we remain committed to stay connected and provide support to all who need us. Addressing feelings of growing anxiety and isolation are essential to ensuring vulnerable lives are protected.
Are you a current VOA youth or family who needs assistance? Contact us at (907) 279-9640 to talk with our team today or complete an online form.
New to VOA and need to access our services and supports? Contact us at (907) 279-9640 to get set-up with an assessment or complete an online form.
We are currently offering online Family Support Groups for members of the public. If you find yourself seeking an opportunity to connect, engage, and receive support, join us on Zoom. Information and links for scheduled groups can be found on our Facebook page.
Still have questions about what our services look like now and what precautions were taking? Check-out our COVID FAQs or call us at (907) 279-9640.
For information about additional resources and supports available across the community:
Alaska 2-1-1 is a one-stop resource for finding help in your community. It’s free, confidential and available in almost any language. Call 211 or 1-800-478-2221 to connect with this resource. You can also search available resources online at https://alaska211.org.
FOOD & GROCERIES
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Grocery stores with online ordering:
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Fred Meyer – curbside pick-up & delivery
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Walmart – curbside pick-up
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Carrs – curbside pick-up
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Instacart for delivery from Carrs, Fred Meyer, Costco, Petco, Target
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UTILITIES & HOUSING
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Contact AWWU and ML&P if you are facing financial hardship and need payment accommodations.
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Alaska Waste encourages customers to reach-out to local offices, if you are experiencing financial hardship and need payment accommodations.
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GCI offers FREE entry-level internet to new customers and FREE upgrades to existing customers
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ACS offers FREE internet to new customers and a 10% discount to existing customers, must be an educator or student to qualify.
EDUCATION RESOURCES
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Anchorage School District – Educational resources , literacy, math, social and emotional, plus other resources
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Scholastic Learning at Home– Day-by-day projects to keep kids reading, thinking, and growing
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FREE 30-day trial to ABC Mouse Early Learning Academy
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Sesame Street – Elmo Virtual Hug & Caring for Each Other resources
SUPPORT RESOURCES
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VOA Alaska Facebook with suggestions for self-care activities for the mind, body & soul
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Alcoholics Anonymous
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Alaska CARELINE- Mental Health Emergency Counseling Line
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1-877-266-4357, or text 4help to 839863
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Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope With the Coronavirus Disease 2019
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Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health- Tips For Social Distancing, Quarantine, And Isolation
Have a community resource to add? Contact Alyssa Bish at abish@voaak.org.
Links to Official Public Health Information:
Alaska Department of Health & Social Services
Centers for Disease Control (CDC)