JUNEAU – Alaska lawmakers are raising urgent concerns following the announcement that Providence will close the state’s only sub-acute short-term residential Crisis Recovery Center for youth. The center provides critical care for children between the ages of 12 and 17 who are experiencing suicidal crises and cannot safely remain at home. “This facility is the […]
The ANHC recognizes high school junior Miley Amisiimaq Kakaruk and former CIRI leader Roy Huhndorf for their impact on Alaska Native communities ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Two influential Alaska Native leaders — one emerging, one established — were recently honored by the Alaska Native Heritage Center (ANHC) Board and Staff for their dedication to preserving and […]
JOINT BASE ELMENDORF RICHARDSON — On August 6, 2024 The Mendenhall Valley experienced major flooding after a glacial outburst flood occurred in Suicide Basin. Disaster Assistance Center’s will be available August 14-16, 2024, for Juneau residents to apply for State of Alaska Individual Assistance in-person, to ask questions about Individual Assistance, or to provide documentation. […]