Waitlists and Program Updates

Every month, VOA Alaska sends out a referral partner newsletter containing the information below. If you would like to be added to that email list, please send a message to djtyson@voaak.org.

VOA Alaska accepts outside agency assessments. Our Rapid Response team specializes in crisis intervention for youth and young adults ages 12-24. The team, which includes mental health clinicians and peer support specialists, additionally provides free consultations to parents, caregivers, and youth-serving professionals.

If a program has a waitlist, no problem! We provide interim services, including connection with a clinician, peer support specialists, and group counseling.

WAITLIST TIMES*

• • Residential Treatment (ARCH)
    • Waitlist: None
  • OP Mental Health/Substance Use
    • Waitlist for in-person: 2 weeks
    • Waitlist for telehealth: 2 weeks
  • OP Day Treatment (Christopher Walden School of Hope)
    • Waitlist: 2 weeks
  • Family Services
    • Waitlist, Therapy Services: 2 weeks
    • Waitlist, Kinship Care: None
  • Supportive Housing
    • Contact Program Director for information: Parinita Shetty, pshetty@voaak.org
  • School-Based Services
    • During the summer, please contact the Client Care Team at (907) 279-9640 to refer for services.

PROGRAM UPDATES, GROUPS, AND EVENTS

• • Coming Soon: 3.7 Level of Care – ARCH is preparing to offer a 3.7 level of care, in addition to 3.1 and 3.5. The higher level of care will allow us to support youth with greater severity of withdrawal symptoms and acute behavioral challenges at our residential center. More information to come.
  • Day Treatment is now the Christopher Walden School of Hope – Our day treatment program is now operating under a new name in recognition of our partnership with the Christopher Walden House of Hope.
  • Family Support Group – Every Wednesday, 5:30 PM at VOA Alaska’s Midtown office. Open to all families and caregivers. Virtual option available. On the first Wednesday of the month, a community partner shares resources and dinner is provided. Contact: Felicia Nichols, ftungul@voaak.org – Download flyer here
  • TAY Parent Group – Every Thursday, 12:00 PM at VOA Alaska’s Midtown office. Open to all transitional-aged youth (18-24) with children under 6 years of age to connect with resources and peers. Contact: Felicia Nichols, ftungul@voaak.org

HOW TO MAKE A REFERRAL

To refer a youth, young adult, or family, please call our Client Care Specialists at (907) 279-9640.

*Updated June 6, 2024