In the June, July ACMHS newsletter, learn about a mural blooming on the outside of the building that houses our indoor farm, how multi-city teamwork helped return a client safely home, and our June trauma training conference. Plus, money stuff. Budget woes on the one hand, but on the plus side — recent donations from Wells Fargo, the Rasmuson Foundation and the Mayor’s office have things hopping over at 704 W. Arctic in Anchorage.
Registration for the 11th Annual Advanced Trauma Training Institute is now open! Please visit our Training page to register for this training opportunity (no cost to attend). Alaska Advanced Trauma Training Institute – Register Now for May 9th & 10th, 2024
Alaska Behavioral Health and the Fairbanks Wellness Coalition are pleased to present a free screening of Here.Is.Better. – a documentary that follows four US military veterans as they go through treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder. Many thanks to the Fairbanks North Star Borough Parks & Recreation Department for sponsoring to make this a free event! […]
Alaska Behavioral Health has begun implementing a new evidence-based treatment for working with children and families. MATCH – ADTC stands Modular Approach to Therapy for Children with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, or Conduct Problems. What is MATCH? MATCH is designed to be flexible to provide a wide range of tools and supports, depending on the child’s strengths and […]
Common Sense Parenting® (CSP) provides parents and caregivers with logical strategies and easy-to-learn techniques to address issues of communication, discipline, decision-making, relationships, self-control and school success. These classes incorporate research-proven child care methods that are derived directly from the Boys Town Family Home Program℠ and adapted for use in the home by parents. Each skill […]
ACMHS, Inc. was established in 1974 Anchorage Community Mental Health Services, Inc. (ACMHS) was established on June 11, 1974 as a private not-for-profit corporation to provide treatment for people with mental illness in the Anchorage area. Since then, we have served thousands of Alaskans experiencing mental health challenges, from chronic serious mental illness to anxiety […]
Alaska Seeds of Change is celebrating its birthday! Get ready for an unforgettable evening packed with fun and community spirit! What: Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store: Pepper Cook-Off Competition: Spice up the night with our fiery contest! Community Trivia Night: Put your knowledge to the test and compete for glory! Dinner and Dessert: Indulge […]
Mental Health First Aid® (MHFA) is a full day course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or […]
Join us for Here.Is.Better. at the Bear Tooth,learn about psychosis and get ready for late summer training events.
Adult Mental Health Residential Treatment Services focus on teaching clients skills to improve their quality of life, and allow a place to practice routines that support wellness with the goal of moving toward more independent living. Services are provided under a Medicaid waiver program approved by the State of Alaska and the federal Centers for […]
Trauma 101 training focuses on understanding how trauma impacts the body and the brain, how people adapt to trauma, and what we can do as providers, caregivers and community members to support recovery and resiliency. The Trauma 101 training is not a training on a specific type of intervention but is focused on how we […]
April is World Autism Month!
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological & developmental disorder characterized by challenges with social skills, speech and nonverbal communication, learning, and repetitive or restrictive behaviors, thinking, or interests.
Alaska Behavioral Health supports children and adults who have autism with any mental health needs (which may or not be associated with their autism!)
More resources at the links:
www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/autism-spectrum-disorders-asd
www.nimh.nih.gov/sites/default/files/documents/health/publications/autism-spectrum-disorder/22-MH...
www.autismspeaks.org/screen-your-child
www.autismspeaks.org/tool-kit/parents-guide-autism
www.autismspeaks.org/tool-kit/adult-autism-diagnosis-tool-kit
#autism #mentalhealth
April is World Autism Month!
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological & developmental disorder characterized by challenges with social skills, speech and nonverbal communication, learning, and repetitive or restrictive behaviors, thinking, or interests.
Alaska Behavioral Health supports children and adults who have autism with any mental health needs (which may or not be associated with their autism!)
More resources at the links:
www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/autism-spectrum-disorders-asd
www.nimh.nih.gov/sites/default/files/documents/health/publications/autism-spectrum-disorder/22-MH...
www.autismspeaks.org/screen-your-child
www.autismspeaks.org/tool-kit/parents-guide-autism
www.autismspeaks.org/tool-kit/adult-autism-diagnosis-tool-kit
#autism #mentalhealth
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month! We love the sentiment of @Alaska Children's Trust CEO Trevor Storrs in a recent opinion piece -Mandatory Supporters Before Mandatory Reporters: "If you see a family struggling, reach out and offer support. Maybe that means lending a sympathetic ear to a parent in need or calling 2-1-1 to connect a family with resources. By offering your support early, you may be preventing that family from ever needing to be reported."
Read the full piece here: loom.ly/RrIjnUM
For a schedule of related activities in Alaska, check out the Alaska Children's Trust website: loom.ly/pwxV6z8
April is the Month of the Military Child and tomorrow (April 17) is Purple Up Day!
Purple Up Day honors strength and resilience of our military kids. Let the military kids in your world know you care by wearing purple tomorrow!
More resources on supporting military kids at loom.ly/doew6xg
- with Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Alaska Behavioral Health
#militarykids #mentalhealth
Fairbanks - It isn't too late to join us for a free showing of Here Is Better Documentary at Pioneer Park on Thursday!
This movie depicts 4 veterans as they go through treatment for PTSD and find hope and recovery. Please join us! Doors open at 5:30, movie at 6:00. Dinner provided.
loom.ly/gZr-WyU
Our Child & Family team is implementing a new evidence-based practice to serve children and families!
MATCH - ADTC is for kids ages 6 to 17 who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and behavior issues. It is designed to be flexible to provide a wide range of tools depending one each child's needs and strengths.
Clinicians are receiving training and on-going support to learn this new practice.
Learn more about it! loom.ly/i_BBv-w
Still on the fence about registering for the 11th Annual Alaska Advanced Trauma Training Institute?
Workshop details are now available on our website! alaskabehavioralhealth.org/alaska-child-trauma-center-at-acmhs/alaska-advanced-trauma-training-in...
#traumainformed #mentalhealth
April is Stress Awareness Month!
Everyone feels stress sometimes but too much stress can have a negative affect on our mental health. Daily self care like eating well, exercise and good sleep can do a lot to reduce stress. Spending time with family and relaxation apps may also help. If you're having trouble managing stress, reach out and ask for help!
#mentalhealth #stress
We’re here and we’d love to see you! We’re in the baby & child area of the show - talking about parenting classes and behavioral health for kids and adults!
