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Barrow, AK Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Centers

Barrow, AK has nearby choices for addiction treatment including: 3 medicare programs, 2 inpatient drug rehabs, 3 drug rehabs that take private insurance like BCBS, 1 drug detox, 2 outpatient rehabs.

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Substance Abuse Treatment Facilities Serving the Barrow, Alaska Area:

    alcohol treatment program - North Slope Borough DHSS AK
    5200 Karluk Street
    Barrow, AK. 99723
    907-852-0366 x4105


    North Slope Borough DHSS has long been dedicated to assisting its clients recovery after a period of alcohol and drug addiction. It has been doing this within Barrow, AK. and in the surrounding areas for many years now. Today, North Slope Borough DHSS offers services like rational emotive behavioral therapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, vocational rehabilitation services, contingency management/motivational incentive, motivational interviewing, trauma-related counseling - all of which represent their treatment philosophy. North Slope Borough DHSS believes that clients need individual focus and treatment for them to find full recovery treatment. This is why it provides several programs, like residential beds for client's children, child care for clients children, aftercare/continuing care, persons with serious mental illness, domestic violence, treatment for spanish-speaking clients - among other services listed in the following sections.

    In the same way, North Slope Borough DHSS offers short term drug rehab programs, outpatient detoxification facilities, long term drug rehab centers, inpatient drug addiction treatment, outpatient hospital programs and others. North Slope Borough DHSS has aftercare plans that are useful in helping clients after they check out of rehab. This alcohol and drug rehab also uses treatment types that can help you create both lasting and permanent stability.

    Finally, North Slope Borough DHSS accepts private medical insurance, private pay, medicare, medicaid, payment assistance, state education funds, other state funds, as well as others.

    Maniilaq Counseling and Recovery CtrCARF AccreditedSAMHSA

    alcohol treatment program - Maniilaq Counseling and Recovery Ctr AK
    733 2nd Avenue
    Kotzebue, AK. 99752
    907-442-7640

    Maniilaq Counseling and Recovery Ctr is 332.1 miles from Barrow, AK

    The Maniilaq Counseling and Recovery Center is located in Kotzebue, AK. The facility provides social, tribal, and health care services to people living in Northwest Alaska. By so doing, it ensures that clients are able to receive the help that they need to overcome various disorders and achieve long term wellness and recovery.

    Graf Rheeneenhaanjii Substance Abuse Services/MHCARF AccreditedSAMHSA

    drug rehab program - Graf Rheeneenhaanjii AK
    2550 Lawlor Road
    Fairbanks, AK. 99709
    907-455-4725 x224

    Graf Rheeneenhaanjii is 492.7 miles from Barrow, Alaska

    In 1967 FNA was incorporated as a nonprofit under the laws of the State of Alaska. Membership then as it is now was open to Alaska Natives and American Indians of one-quarter blood or greater who once a year elect a nine-person board of directors. Today FNA is a powerful and influential Native American voice in Alaska. Over the years our organization has changed public policies that were discriminatory to our people and our programs have helped countless people find new jobs, maintain sobriety, celebrate their culture, and receive an education.

    Womens and Childrens Center for Inner HealingCARF AccreditedSAMHSA

    alcohol treatment program - Womens and Childrens Center for AK
    1027 Evergreen Street
    Fairbanks, AK. 99709
    907-451-8164

    Womens and Childrens Center for is 495.8 miles from Barrow, Alaska

    In 1967 FNA was incorporated as a nonprofit under the laws of the State of Alaska. Membership then as it is now was open to Alaska Natives and American Indians of one-quarter blood or greater who once a year elect a nine-person board of directors. Today FNA is a powerful and influential Native American voice in Alaska. Over the years our organization has changed public policies that were discriminatory to our people and our programs have helped countless people find new jobs, maintain sobriety, celebrate their culture, and receive an education.

      Commonly Asked Questions about Addiction and Treatment


      What to do if someone has a fentanyl overdose?

      Fentanyl overdose is a life-threatening emergency that requires immediate action. Here are the steps you should take:

      • Recognize the Signs: Common signs of a fentanyl overdose include slow or irregular breathing, drowsiness or unresponsiveness, constricted or pinpoint pupils, and cold and clammy skin.
      • Call Emergency Services: Dial your country's emergency number (911 in the U.S) immediately. Explain the situation clearly and provide any known information about the person's drug use.
      • Administer Naloxone if Available: Naloxone is a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. If you have access to this medication, administer it according to the instructions, usually a spray in the nostril or an injection under the skin or into the muscle.
      • Perform Rescue Breathing or CPR: If the person isn't breathing or has shallow breathing, start doing chest compressions and rescue breathing if you're trained to do so.
      • Stay Until Help Arrives: Do not leave the person alone. Stay with them and try to keep them awake and responsive if possible.
      • Provide Information: When emergency responders arrive, provide them with as much information as possible about the situation, including the person's age, weight, the drug they took, when they took it, and any underlying health conditions they might have.

      What is the 12 step method for treating addiction?

      "The 12-step method for treating addiction is a structured, peer-based approach that originated with Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) in the 1930s. Since then, it has been adapted for various other substance use disorders and behavioral addictions, including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Gamblers Anonymous (GA), and Overeaters Anonymous (OA), among others. The method is based on a set of guiding principles, known as the 12 steps, that outline a path to recovery, personal growth, and spiritual development.

      The 12 steps of the method are as follows:

      1. Admitting powerlessness over the addiction and recognizing that one's life has become unmanageable.
      2. Believing that a higher power (interpreted by each individual according to their beliefs) can restore sanity and provide support in recovery.
      3. Deciding to turn one's will and life over to the care of the higher power.
      4. Conducting a thorough and honest moral inventory of oneself.
      5. Admitting to oneself, the higher power, and another person the exact nature of one's wrongs and shortcomings.
      6. Being ready to have the higher power remove these defects of character.
      7. Humbly asking the higher power to remove one's shortcomings.
      8. Making a list of all the people harmed by one's addiction and being willing to make amends to them.
      9. Making direct amends to those harmed, whenever possible, except when doing so would cause harm to them or others.
      10. Continuing to take personal inventory and promptly admitting when one is wrong.
      11. Seeking to improve one's conscious contact with the higher power through prayer and meditation, asking for knowledge of the higher power's will and the strength to carry it out.
      12. Having experienced a spiritual awakening as a result of these steps, carrying the message to others struggling with addiction and practicing these principles in all aspects of life.

      The 12-step method emphasizes the importance of peer support, mutual aid, and the sharing of personal experiences as a means of overcoming addiction. Participants typically attend regular meetings, where they share their stories, listen to others, and work through the steps at their own pace. Many 12-step programs also encourage members to find a sponsor, an experienced member who has worked through the steps and can provide guidance, support, and accountability during the recovery process."


      What is a medical detox?

      Medical detox, also known as medically supervised detoxification, is the process of safely managing the physical symptoms of withdrawal from substances like alcohol, opioids, or other drugs under the supervision of healthcare professionals. This process is typically the first step in a comprehensive treatment plan for substance use disorders.

      The goal of medical detox is to minimize the physical harm caused by withdrawal and to alleviate discomfort. Here's what it typically involves:

      Evaluation: This first step includes a thorough assessment of the individual's physical and mental health, as well as the extent and nature of their substance use. This information is used to design an appropriate and personalized detox and treatment plan.

      Stabilization: During this phase, medical professionals administer treatment to manage withdrawal symptoms and ensure the patient's safety. This may involve the use of medications to ease symptoms and prevent complications. Medical staff monitor the patient's vital signs like heart rate, blood pressure, and temperature, and may provide nutritional support and hydration as needed.

      Preparation for Further Treatment: Once the acute phase of detox is complete, the focus shifts to preparing the individual for further treatment, such as inpatient or outpatient rehab. This may involve counseling or therapy to help the individual understand the importance of continuing treatment to maintain long-term recovery.

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