Access Alaska

General Information

Access Alaska
1217 E 10th Ave
Anchorage, AK 99501
907-248-4777
bonniel@accessalaska.net
https://www.accessalaska.org/

Brief Description

Access Alaska is a private, non-profit, consumer-controlled organization that provides independent living services to people who experience a disability.

Services Offered

  • Travel/Orientation and Mobility
    • Offers O&M training.

  • Low Vision Services
    • Provides low vision services.

  • Daily Living Skills/Independent Living Skills Training
    • Offers independent living skills training.

  • Advocacy
    • 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.

  • Support Groups
    • Provides space and staff to facilitate, encourage and support peer counseling groups for visually impaired persons.

  • Information and Referral
    • Provides 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).