Deinstitutionalization

Deinstitutionalization services for individuals who are presently residing in an institutional setting such as a nursing home are provided. We assist people to obtain the services they need to transition from more restrictive settings to reside in the community of their choice.

Independent Living Skills Training

Independent Living Skills Training is a core service provided to support people with disabilities so they can live independently in the community. Training is determined on an individual basis depending on their needs which promote an independent lifestyle.

Training is provided in one or more of the following areas:

  • Personal care assistance management
  • Orientation/ mobility for the blind and low vision services
  • Budgeting
  • Orientation to public transportation system
  • Daily living skills
  • Assistive technology use
  • Self empowerment
  • Nutrition
  • Home safety
  • Pre-employment

Community Advocacy

Advocacy is provided to ensure the rights of people with disabilities are protected. Advocacy efforts are initiated to respond to proposed legislative changes and/or the need for increased funding and services to improve the lives of people with disabilities. Community participation becomes a key element in maintaining and preventing changes to important laws which protect individuals with disabilities.

Individualized Advocacy

Access Alaska assists consumers to take action on their own behalf (self-advocacy) to support their access to the goods, services and service providers in their communities

Information and Referral Services

This is the starting point for first time users of any of Access Alaska's services. Access Alaska can answer questions and provide information about disability and senior related services including housing, employment, personal care, benefits, transportation, legal rights, education, emergency shelter, health care, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

One out of four calls requesting information come from other agencies, organizations and businesses.

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