More support than living alone. Less than a group home.
Foundations Alaska helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health conditions build working, independent lives.
Employment Services
Real jobs, with support that fades as it's earned.
Support Services
Day-to-day support at home and in the community.
Family Supports
From free groups to resources and consulting, we strengthen natural supports. For families living with IDD and mental health.
Still in school and thinking about work? Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) help students explore jobs and get ready for them. For students →
Not sure how services get paid for? There's more than one way, including private pay. Sorting that out is part of the first conversation.
Referring from a school transition program, behavioral health, the Trust, tribal health, or as a guardian or case manager? Start here →
Client-centered services that elevate those we serve.
Everything here runs on three words: equip, empower, elevate. Equip with the skills and supports the person actually needs. Empower them to make their own decisions instead of having them made for them. Elevate their standard of living, their confidence, and how they see themselves.
The person we serve sets the direction. Our job is to come alongside.
What you can count on
What people say
The peace that comes with knowing a professional is helping my son navigate his life is priceless. It's taken so much pressure off our relationship and freed me to love and care for him in a different way.
Connecting with other people who have gone down similar paths has provided a lot of hope, wisdom and encouragement. I love it, and I encourage anyone who is struggling to care for a loved one to give it a try.