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Community Resources

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There are many community resources and services available to assist pregnant women and new parents.

Below are types of referrals we provide along with links to the frequently requested resources.

Women, Infants, and Women (WIC)

WIC is a nutrition assistance program that supports families with children under the age of 5 by providing food and farmer's market vouchers to help families purchase healthy foods. WIC also conducts nutrition education, breastfeeding education, and breastfeeding support.

WIC

Nurse Family Partnership (NFP)

NFP is a free program for women who are pregnant with their first baby. When you enroll you will be connected to a registered nurse who will provide the support, advice and information you need to have a healthy pregnancy, a healthy baby, and be a great mom.

Providence NFP

Denali Kid Care

Denali Kid Care is the name of an Alaska expansion of Medicaid. It covers the cost of prenatal care for women who meet income guidelines. Learn more from the Department of Health & Human Services below.

Denali Kid Care

Medicaid in Alaska

Medicaid provides health insurance for Alaskans with limited income. It covers groups such as children, pregnant women, families, and more. Coverage has no time limit, and many working families may still qualify based on their income.

Alaska Medicaid

Safe Families for Children

Safe Families is a community support program that helps families in crisis by providing temporary, loving care for children while parents work through challenges. If you are a parent in crisis who needs a safe place for your children, please call their 24/7 Helpline: 907-277-0925.

Safe Families for Children

Alaska Adoption Services

Alaska Adoption Services offer a safe space for expectant parents to explore their options and, when adoption is chosen, help children find loving forever homes.

Alaska Adoption Services

Alaska Navigator App

The 907 Navigation App is a free tool that helps Alaskans find and access local resources, social services, and benefit programs. It offers up-to-date information, step-by-step guidance, and practical tools to help individuals and families connect with the support they need.

907 Navigator App

Shiloh Community Housing

Shiloh Community Housing provides a range of services to support housing stability and independence. Some include:

  • Financial assistance for rent, deposits, and utility needs
  • The Living Independent For Ever (LIFE )Program
  • Offer transitional housing and life skills for young adults
  • Affordable rental housing for low-income families
  • Manage a furniture bank for essential home items
  • And more
Shiloh Community Housing

Diaper Pantries

  • Alaska Adoption Services Community Diaper Pantry – 907-302-6332 **Registration Required
  • Program for Infants and Children, Inc’s Diaper Pantry – 907-561-8060 **Registration Required
  • Catholic Social Services: Clare House, Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services, Homeless Family Services – 907-563-4545
  • Cook Inlet Tribal Council: Child & Family Services – 907-793-3132
  • RurAL CAP – Rural Alaska Community Action Plan, Inc. – 907-279-2511