Positions Available

Executive Director - Anchorage;  Program Director - Anchorage; Peer Navigator positions - Northwest Arctic or Barrow area; Childcare position - Anchorage.


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Funding for Individuals

Free Prescription Medicine

If you have a chronic condition, in Alaska you may qualify for a specialized Medicaid program CAMA or apply at the local public assistance office 1-800-478-4372.

Information about nationwide programs to qualify for free or reduced cost prescription medication for people who cannot afford their prescription drugs (not Medicaid).

TEFRA care coordination information

TEFRA care coordination information.

Nationwide Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Social Security Insurance (SSI) Benefits Services

Nationwide Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) Benefits Services

 Allsup is a commercial site, so use it to understand how Social Security disability benefits work but call a Peer Navigator to help without charge.   Here are some other interesting articles about SSI and transitioning from youth to adult services.

What are ISA funds or Individualized Service Agreements (ISA) ?

ISA funds are provided by the State of Alaska,Behavioral Health Unit. Their purpose is to help support children and youth remain in their community instead of using residential treatment.  The use of ISA funds is easily approved for up to 90 days at a time and can be renewed quarterly.

Alaska Family Directory

Alaska Family Directory - Welcome to the Alaska Family Directory for parents of children with special needs! This Web site is funded by a grant from the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development and maintained by the Anchorage School District. Regional Information - This section includes calendars of educational opportunities for parents and educators that are specific to a region of Alaska. Included in each regional section is a listing of community organizations that provide assistance to families of special needs children in that specific area.
Source: 
http://www.asdk12.org/AFD/

Alaska Works Initiative

A web site that explains how to address barriers to employment if you are an Alaskan with a disability, where and how to get support and help to prepare to begin or return to work and the finances of working while still on public benefits (like Medicaid). Explanation of the "ticket to work" program, benefits calculator and planners, beginning your own business and understanding the various programs that apply to SSI or SSDI income, such as PASS (Plan to Achieve Self-Support), Self-Employment Subsidty, IRWE (Impairment Related Work Expenses).
Source: 
http://www.alaskaworksinitiative.org/

Alaska Medicaid Services and how to use DenaliKid Care & Medicaid

This booklet is developed by the State of Alaska to help you understand available programs, if you are eligible and how to effectively use the coverage.  Your child can be eligible to have their medical needs (including psychiatric)  paid for through:  

Source: 
http://www.hss.state.ak.us/dhcs/medicaid_medicare/news_medicaid/MedicaidRecipientHandbook1.pdf
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