Alcohol and Drug misuse costs Alaska $3B a year, according to new report

Alaska The economic impact of drug and alcohol misuse in Alaska exceeds $3 billion a year, according to a new report by the independent research firm the McDowell Group. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]

12th Annual Spring Fling

As Bill Sees It presents the 12th Annual Spring Fling “In the Sunlight at Last” Schedule 12pm – 1:30pm Panel Speakers AA – Bart R., Amanda R., Andrew C., Kristina D., Jeff D. Al-Anon Stacie M. 2pm – 3:30pm Reception/Potluck Bring a dish if you can – if your first name begins with A-F bring a Main Dish, G-L bring …

The first of many steps being taken towards a positive recovery

“I want to live life to the fullest and be the best father I can be. I want my kids to know there is no shame in getting help when you need it, and to be a source of strength for anyone out there who needs help but is afraid to take the first step.” Ben Affleck shares his story …

Recover Alaska: Healing Alaska’s Alcohol Problems

This article provides an overview of the strategies being implemented by the Recover Alaska initiative in its mission to reduce excessive alcohol use and related harm in Alaska by influencing social norms and perceptions about alcohol use and abuse. Includes a list of online resources. Read more here.   Rivera, Marny; & Hall, Tiffany. (2016). “Recover Alaska: Healing Alaska’s Alcohol …

UAA ~ Think Tank Series

  Think Tanks are a monthly community engagement experience in which a nonprofit agency presents a challenge or issue and attendees brainstorm solutions for the organization. Students, faculty, staff and community members–join us to assist this organization and contribute your thoughts and ideas to the discussion! Facebook information.   Guest agency: Anchorage Gospel Rescue Mission Topic: How should Anchorage respond …

National Drugs and Alcohol Chat Day

Recover Alaska is reaching out to high schools across the state to participate in a live online chat about alcohol and drug facts. A number of schools have committed to streaming the chat in public areas.    Jan. 23 – 29 is National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week. Let’s use this week to help Alaskans understand the harm of excessive …

Hours for alcohol sales expanded in Fairbanks borough

New expanded hours for alcohol sales overwhelmingly approved by the Fairbanks North Star Borough Assembly. It is discouraging to see these changes made, as we know longer hours of availability lead to greater alcohol misuse. Read more and post your comments here. [subscribe2]    

Generation Found – Free Documentary Screening

The powerful story of how one community came together to ignite a youth addiction recovery revolution. Click here for more information about the film. Captain Cook Hotel Ball Room. Light snacks will be provided.