Assist
Assist is comprised of Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient programs which are designed to intervene with substance abusing and chemically dependent adolescents, ages 12 to 18, whose alcohol and other drug problems can be managed in an outpatient setting. These programs make it possible for many youth to receive
the services they need while remaining in their home and community. The Assist program provides individual, group, and family counseling and psychological services. Upon completion of primary treatment, weekly continuing care is provided to support clients in their recovery efforts. The Assist program is linked to community resources through referral and case coordination with other agencies.
Outpatient
The Outpatient program provides intervention and education for youth who struggle with substance abuse. These clients are often in the early stages of addiction. Treatment consists of one group counseling session per week, attendance at the weekly family program, and individual counseling sessions during the 12 week program as determined by the individual's needs.
Intensive Outpatient
The Intensive Outpatient program consists of 10-12 hours of treatment per week, for approximately 12 weeks, in the form of individual, group, and family therapy. Family support and education is also provided weekly in multi-family group sessions. The adolescents appropriate for this program require increased structure and frequent contact and intervention in order to maintain abstinence while in an outpatient setting. The Intensive Outpatient program serves as a primary treatment as well as a transition from ARCH residential treatment, providing the structure and support needed for a successful transion back into the community. After completion, Continuing Care is then provided 3 hours per week for approximately 12 weeks.
Assist is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitative Facilities (CARF) and are approved by the State of Alaska Division of Behavioral Health. Medicaid and most insurance are accepted and billed, and no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. Our fees are adjusted on a sliding scale.
Volunteers of America Alaska's Assist is funded by the State of Alaska Division of Behavioral Health.
Volunteers of America welcomes any questions you may have regarding our services, accreditation, quality and effectiveness of services. Please feel free to call (907) 279-9634.
For general information, please contact:
Karin Schaff
Treatment Services Director
1675 C Street, Ste. 201
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Tel: (907) 279-9634
Fax: (907) 276-5489
For information regarding admissions, please call (907) 279-9634 or email: Admissions