VOA Alaska

VOA Alaska Empowering Alaska's Youth, Young Adults, and Families through Behavioral Health and Well-being Services.

Since 1981, VOA Alaska has taken on the most difficult tasks to help the most underserved. Today, VOA Alaska provides a range of mental, emotional, and behavioral health and support services to youth and their families at low or no cast. Our behavioral health professionals educate and support youth struggling with substance misuse and mental health conditions, while also providing a safe space for healing. Our permanent supportive housing team uses an evidence based, housing-first approach to navigate transitional youth to recovery by securing housing and building life skills. Our public health team is on the front line of prevention, working to strengthen and promote healthy communities. Our Kinship Family Program, the most comprehensive program of its kind in Alaska, serves families taking care of relative children. When the first Volunteers of America (VOA) was founded in 1896, the concept of “volunteering” meant serving others as a vocation. While our understanding of the term has evolved, our dedication to serving others has not.

Building a healthy, hopeful future for Alaska’s youth starts with a single click. When you file for your PFD this year, ...
01/01/2026

Building a healthy, hopeful future for Alaska’s youth starts with a single click.

When you file for your PFD this year, you have the unique opportunity to Pick. Click. Give. to VOA Alaska. Your contribution directly supports our mission to empower young Alaskans through behavioral health and well being services.

For many of the youth we serve, your gift is more than a donation—it’s a lifeline. It means no one is ever turned away from care due to an inability to pay.

How to help:
1️⃣ Apply for your PFD at pfd.alaska.gov.
2️⃣ Choose the Pick. Click. Give. option.
3️⃣ Search for VOA Alaska.
4️⃣ Select your donation amount (in $25 increments).

Together, we can Be the Light for our community’s youth.

01/01/2026

Wishing you a safe and happy new year.

12/30/2025

What does it mean to "Be the Light"?

For our team at VOA Alaska, it’s more than just a slogan—it’s the daily commitment we make to show up for our youth and families when things feel dark.

Today, we’re sharing a special message from Jamie. Listen as she shares what motivates her to be a source of hope and why this mission is so close to her heart. Everyone has the power to brighten someone’s path; sometimes, it just starts with being present.

Join us in spreading the light 💛

https://voaak.networkforgood.com/projects/260041-be-the-light-2025

School’s out and winter break is here. It’s a chance for youth and young adults to unplug, get outside, and reset. Time ...
12/29/2025

School’s out and winter break is here. It’s a chance for youth and young adults to unplug, get outside, and reset. Time outdoors can boost mood, reduce stress, and create space to connect with friends and family.

Here are three fun and healthy ways to enjoy the winter outdoors:
• Go sledding or tubing at a local hill
• Take a winter walk or hike and look for wildlife tracks
• Try ice skating or snowshoeing with friends

Whether it’s staying active, supporting mental health, or making safe choices during time off, VOA Alaska is here for youth, young adults, and families all winter long. You are not alone, and support is always within reach.

Holiday Schedule UpdateAs we move into the final days of the year, we want to share a quick reminder about our holiday h...
12/28/2025

Holiday Schedule Update

As we move into the final days of the year, we want to share a quick reminder about our holiday hours.

VOA Alaska’s Cordova and Arctic offices are closed
December 24, 2025 – January 4, 2026

While our offices take this time to rest and reset, our Rapid Response Team remains available to support youth, young adults, and families who need care.

If you’re looking for support or want to learn more about Rapid Response services, visit:
https://voaak.org/services/rapid-response/

If you or someone you care about needs immediate help:
📞 Call or text 988, the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline (available 24/7)
🚨 In an emergency, please call 911

As we head into the new year, please know you are not alone. We’re wishing our community a safe, steady, and supported close to the holiday season.

Winter break brings a change in routine, and that shift can be a good time for youth and young adults to reset and recon...
12/27/2025

Winter break brings a change in routine, and that shift can be a good time for youth and young adults to reset and reconnect. Unstructured time can be refreshing, but it can also be challenging. Creating simple, healthy routines can support mental health and help everyone feel more grounded.

Three ways to care for yourself and your family during the break:
• Plan and cook balanced meals together and involve kids in the process
• Sit down for meals without screens and make space for real conversation
• Keep a steady rhythm with sleep, check-ins, and shared time at home

Healthy habits and family connection matter, especially during long stretches away from school. VOA Alaska is here for youth, young adults, and families with support, care, and prevention services when they are needed most.

Fresh air, movement, and time outside can do wonders for our mental health, but staying safe matters too. Whether it is ...
12/26/2025

Fresh air, movement, and time outside can do wonders for our mental health, but staying safe matters too. Whether it is wearing the right gear, looking out for friends, or making choices that keep substances from turning a good day into a risky one, protecting yourself helps keep the outdoors a place of healing and connection.

At VOA Alaska, we know that mental health and substance use are closely connected, especially for youth and young adults. That is why we are here for young people and families across Alaska with support, treatment, and prevention services when they are needed most.

If you or someone you care about needs support, you are not alone. VOA Alaska is here to help, on the trail, in the community, and every step in between.

12/25/2025

From all of us at VOA Alaska, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a joyful holiday season!

As we celebrate with our loved ones, we want to share a few updates regarding our services and extend a special thank you to our team.

Our administrative offices and Outpatient Services are currently closed to allow our staff time to rest and recharge. We look forward to seeing you when we reopen on Monday, January 5.

While many of us are home, the dedicated team at ARCH continues to show up 24/7. We are incredibly grateful for their commitment to providing a safe, supportive, and festive environment for the youth in our residential care throughout the holidays. You are the heart of what we do!

Need Support?
If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out to the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988 at any time.

12/25/2025

In need of a holiday meal?

Today and tomorrow, Anchorage community organizations are hosting free meals for anyone who would like to take part. All are welcome!

Holiday Schedule UpdateOur Cordova and Arctic offices will be closedDecember 24, 2025 – January 4, 2026While our offices...
12/24/2025

Holiday Schedule Update
Our Cordova and Arctic offices will be closed
December 24, 2025 – January 4, 2026

While our offices take this time to rest and recharge, VOA Alaska’s Rapid Response Team remains available to support youth, young adults, and families who need care. If you’re looking for support or want to learn more about Rapid Response services, please visit: https://voaak.org/services/rapid-response/

If you or someone you care about needs immediate help:

📞 Call or text 988, the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline (available 24/7)
🚨 In an emergency, please call 911

You’re not alone. We wish you and your loved ones a safe, gentle, and supported holiday season.

Shine your light with VOA Alaska. Donate at voaak.org/donate and help bring hope where it matters most.voaak.org/donate
12/24/2025

Shine your light with VOA Alaska. Donate at voaak.org/donate and help bring hope where it matters most.
voaak.org/donate

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2600 Cordova Street Suite 101
Anchorage, AK
99503

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Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm

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