Trauma Survivors Network | Providence Alaska Medical Center

Providence Alaska Medical Center

Providence Alaska Medical Center is Alaska's largest hospital and nationally recognized as a Level II Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center by both the American College of Surgeons and by Emergency Medical Services for Children. This recognition highlights our capability to provide specialized care for trauma patients, encompassing all ages. Providence has been serving the Alaskan community with excellence since receiving our Level II Trauma Center designation in 2013.

Along with treating local patients, hospitals across Alaska send their most critically injured patients via ambulance, helicopter, and fixed-wing medevac to our Providence Alaska Medical Center, located in Anchorage, AK.

U.S. News & World Report named Providence Alaska Medical Center a 2023-24 Anchorage Best Regional Hospital Recognized in 7 Types of Care:

Back Surgery
COPD
Heart Attack
Heart Failure
Hip Fracture
Kidney Disease
Stroke

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TSN Coordinator

Rebecca Schneider
Rebecca Schneider
Email Coordinator

Address
Providence Alaska Medical Center, 3800 Providence Dr
Anchorage, Alaska, 99508

Telephone
work: 907-212-3864

Email
rebecca.schneider@providence.org

Website(s) Providence Alaska Medical Center

Donations
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Upcoming Programs & Events

American Red Cross
NextSteps Online Class
Race to Rebuild
FREE Bike Helmet Fittings and Distributions
Government Hill Elementary Spring Bike Safety Event
Inlet View Elementary Spring Bike Safety Event
Anchorage Bike Rodeo
Public Car Seat Checkup
2024 SCI Wellness Summit
Anchorage Fire Department Open House
Camp Eyabsut
Amputee Coalition Virtual Support Group Meetings
Amputee Virtual Support Group
NW Regional Spinal Cord Injury System
Brain Injury Association of America
Burn Survivor Support Group
Balanced Amputee Education and Wellness Communities

Community Resources

NAMI Alaska: https://namialaska.org/; The families and members of NAMI Alaska are here to help! We offer understanding to anyone concerned about mental illnesses and the treatment of mental illness.
Alaska Children's Trust: https://www.alaskachildrenstrust.org/get-involved-main; Alaska Children’s Trust is the statewide lead organization in the prevention of child abuse and neglect. It is our goal to ensure all Alaskan children and youth have the tools and resources necessary to grow up safe and healthy. We work towards our vision of an Alaska where all children, youth, and families can thrive through strategic advocacy, investing resources, generating funds, and convening organizations.
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/chat/; Call, text, or chat, dial: 988. Mensaje de texto AYUDA para 988 en Español. Lifeline Chat and Text connects you with caring crisis counselors for emotional support. Follow link for Veteran specific line, Spanish line, and ASL.
Military Helpline: https://www.linesforlife.org/get-help-now/services-and-crisis-lines/military-helpline/; Support for Those Who Serve The Lines for Life Military Helpline offers help and hope to all military-connected Oregonians. Our service is free, confidential, and available by phone, 24/7. This helpline is operated independently and not affiliated with the Department of Defense.
ADA National Network: https://adata.org/; 1-800-949-4232 The ADA National Network provides information, guidance and training on how to implement the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in order to support the mission of the ADA to “assure equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities.” ADA specialists help families address complex questions on a wide range of ADA topics such as reasonable accommodations at work, building codes for new construction projects, accessible housing, and transitioning from school to work. ADA specialists also address questions about other disability laws, such as the Fair Housing Act, the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act, and the Rehabilitation Act
211: https://alaska211.org/; Alaska 211 is your one-stop resource for finding help in your community. It’s free, confidential and available in almost any language. For life challenges or everyday needs, help starts here.
Al-Anon Family Groups: https://al-anon.org/; Al-Anon offers resources and support to family members and friends of someone who struggles with problem drinking or substance abuse. Telephone: (757) 563-1600 Toll-free Meeting Line: (888) 425-2666 Email: wso@al-anon.org
Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.aa.org/; Alcoholics Anonymous provides support and resources for people who struggle with a drinking problem or substance abuse. Confidential group meetings are available throughout the United States and Canada. Use the online locator to find the group and times that meet nearest you.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: https://afsp.org/; Mission: Save Lives and Bring Hope to Those Affected by Suicide. Established in 1987, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.
Americans with Disabilities Act: https://www.ada.gov/; The ADA website provides information and technical assistance regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act. 1-800-514-0301 (voice) 1-800-514-0383 (TTY)
American Chronic Pain Association: https://www.acpanow.com/; Since 1980, the ACPA has offered peer support and education in pain management skills to people with pain, family and friends, and health care professionals. The information and tools on this site can help you to better understand your pain and work more effectively with your health care team toward a higher quality of life.
American Trauma Society: https://www.amtrauma.org/default.aspx; The American Trauma Society is dedicated to the elimination of needless death and disability from injury. For 50 years, the ATS has served as an advocate for the trauma care system, trauma prevention programs, and survivors of trauma and their families throughout the United States.  Our mission is to Save Lives, Improve Care, & Empower Survivors. Toll Free: 800-556-7890
AMPOWER: http://www.empoweringamputees.org/; The mission of AMPOWER is to empower and strengthen those affected by amputation or limb difference through peer mentorship, educational resources, and community events.
Amputee Coalition: https://www.amputee-coalition.org/; https://www.amputee-coalition.org/resources/understand-limb-loss/ The mission of the Amputee Coalition is to reach out to and empower people affected by limb loss to achieve their full potential through education, support and advocacy, and to promote limb loss prevention. Resources and information for children, adults, and families. Toll-Free: 888/267-5669
Anxiety and Depression Association of America: https://adaa.org/; The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive, and trauma-related disorders through education, practice, and research. It helps people understand the disorders and educates them about scientifically supported treatments so they can make informed decisions. It also supports professionals who provide treatment and conduct research. Click the link to learn how ADAA could help you or your family.
Brain Injury Association of America: https://www.biausa.org/; The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) works to advance awareness, research, treatment, and education to improve the quality of life for adults and children affected by brain injury. BIAA is dedicated to increasing access to quality health care and raising awareness and understanding of brain injury. It has a network of state affiliates, local chapters, and support groups.
Brainline: https://www.brainline.org/; 703-998-2020 Brainline provides education and resources about Brain Injury and PTSD for both adult and pediatric survivors and their families. They focus on treatment and recovery information for moderate to severe TBI symptoms in both adults and children.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention - Opioid Overdose Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/drugoverdose/prevention/index.html; 1-800-232-4636 TTY: 888-232-6348 The Center for Disease Control and Prevention funds national research, specializes in health education, resources, and raising awareness. Some medications, such as prescription opioids, can help relieve pain in the short term but also come with serious risks and potential complications—and should be prescribed and used carefully. The CDC highlights that the best ways to prevent opioid overdose deaths are to improve opioid prescribing, reduce exposure to opioids, prevent misuse, and treat opioid use disorder.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention: Youth Violence Prevention Resources: https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/youthviolence/index.html; 1-800-232-4636 TTY: 888-232-6348 The Center for Disease Control and Prevention funds national research and specializes in health education, resources, and raising awareness. Youth violence is a serious problem that can have lasting harmful effects on victims and their family, friends, and communities. Youth Violence Prevention efforts should aim to reduce factors that place youth at risk for perpetrating violence and promote factors that protect youth at risk for violence. Many prevention tools have been developed and implemented; many of these prevention programs and strategies have been evaluated and found to be effective at preventing violence and related behaviors among youth.
Child Help: https://www.childhelp.org/hotline/; 1-800- 4-A-Child (1-800- 422-4453) The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline is dedicated to the prevention of child abuse. Serving the U.S. and Canada, the hotline is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with professional crisis counselors who—through interpreters—provide assistance in over 170 languages. The hotline offers crisis intervention, information, and referrals to thousands of emergency, social service, and support resources. All calls are confidential.
Child Mind Institute: https://childmind.org/school-and-community/trauma-guides/; The Child Mind Institute is an independent, national nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders. The Child Mind Institute has prepared free trauma resources to aid parents, educators, and other adults in talking to children and adolescents about potentially traumatic events and identifying those who might benefit from more focused professional attention.
Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation: https://www.christopherreeve.org; Toll Free: 1-800-225-0292 Paralysis Resource Center: 973-467-8270 The Reeve Foundation is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research and improving the quality of life for people living with paralysis through grants, information and advocacy.
Coalition to Support Grieving Students: https://grievingstudents.org; The Coalition’s purpose is to create and share a set of industry-endorsed resources that will empower school communities across America in the ongoing support of their grieving students. They provide education and resources to help support students in response to the death of a loved one, school violence/shootings, etc.
Craig Neurorehabilitation and Research Hospital: https://craighospital.org/resources; Craig Hospital in Denver is a world-renowned rehabilitation hospital that exclusively specializes in the neurorehabilitation and research of patients with spinal cord injury and brain injury. Follow the link provided for educational resources for patients and care providers, developed by our experts
Detox.com: https://www.detox.com/ptsd/; Information on support for PTSD and Addiction Helpline available 24/7: call 866-351-3840
Family Caregiver Alliance: https://www.caregiver.org/; The Family Caregiver Alliance addresses the needs of family and friends providing long-term care for loved ones at home. It provides support, information, and tools to manage the complex demands of caregiving. These include online support and resources, navigators to help locate support services by state, and the National Center on Caregiving which unites research, policy, and practice to develop cost-effective programs for caregivers. Click the link to find out more about how FCA could help you or your family.
Hope After Head Injury: https://hopeafterheadinjury.com/; Hope After Head Injury exists to bring hope to those who have been impacted by brain injury in their life, whether going through the experience themselves or caring for a loved one. They understand that the journey through head trauma is a road that when walked alone can be scary and lonely. Through the voices of brain injury survivors and caregivers they provide awareness, encouragement, and hope.
Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org/; Mental Health America (MHA) – founded in 1909 – is the nation's leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and to promoting the overall mental health of all Americans. Resources and information for youth, parents, and adults.
National Alliance for Grieving Children: https://nacg.org/; The National Alliance for Grieving Children (NAGC) is a nonprofit organization that raises awareness about the needs of children and teens who are grieving a death and provides education and resources for anyone who supports them. The NAGC is a nationwide network to promote best practices, education, and critical resources to support the mental, emotional and physical health of grieving children and their families.
National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement (NCSCB): https://www.schoolcrisiscenter.org/; The National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement (NCSCB) at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work is dedicated to helping schools support their students through crisis and loss. They assist schools and communities in the U.S. and abroad cope in the aftermath of tragedy in helping to support resilience after crisis and traumatic events. Telephone: 1-877-536-2722
National Center for PTSD: https://www.ptsd.va.gov/; The National Center for PTSD offers national resources for trauma survivors and families, which includes information about PTSD, resources such as the PTSD Coach Online, and videos from other survivors and professionals. Telephone: 1-800-273-8255
National Child Traumatic Stress Network: https://www.nctsn.org; https://www.nctsn.org/audiences/families-and-caregivers The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) was created to increase access to services for children and families who experience or witness traumatic events. This network provides resources and education about Trauma-Informed Care and how trauma impacts children and families. Telephone: (310) 235-2633
National Center for Victims of Crime: https://victimsofcrime.org/; (202) 467-8700 The National Center for Victims of Crimes 1. Advocates for Stronger Rights, Protections, and Services for Crime Victims, 2. Provides Education, Training, and Evaluation, and 3. Serves as a Trusted Source of Current Information on Victims' Issues. This website helps survivors and families find local assistance, learn about crime and its effects, and browse resources to help victims of crime to rebuild their lives. (Also see VictimConnect Resource Center)
National Human Trafficking Hotline: https://humantraffickinghotline.org/; Human Trafficking is a crime in which traffickers use force, fraud, or coercion to control victims for the purpose of engaging in sex acts or labor services against his/her will. If you, or someone you know, are a victim of Human Trafficking, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or visit this website.
National Institute of Mental Health: http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd/index.shtml; This website provides mental health education about Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Information includes signs and symptoms of PTSD as well as professional treatment of PTSD. Call 1-866-615-6464 (toll-free) or click link to website.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/; The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free, confidential suicide prevention hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Your call is routed to the nearest crisis center in the national network of more than 150 crisis centers. For assistance, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255), TTY: 1-800-799-4889. The Crisis Text Line is: 741741
Office of Disability Employment Policy: https://www.dol.gov/odep; The Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) is the only non-regulatory federal agency that promotes policies and coordinates with employers and all levels of government to increase workplace success for people with disabilities.
Office of Personal Management, Federal Employment of People with Disabilities: https://www.opm.gov/; The Federal Government is actively recruiting and hiring persons with disabilities. We offer a variety of exciting jobs, competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.
Phoenix Society—Resources for Parents and Children: https://www.phoenix-society.org/; The Phoenix Society is a strong voice for burn survivors, their families, and their caretakers—advocating that healing is life-long process. They focus on information and resources for families of survivors in recovery.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: https://www.mhanational.org/im-looking-mental-health-help-myself; http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/conditions/post-traumatic-stress-disorder If you have gone through a traumatic experience, it is normal to feel emotions such as distress, fear, helplessness, guilt, shame, or anger. If these symptoms don't go away over time, you may have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Visit this website from Mental Health America to find out about PTSD and ways you can help yourself or a family member who may be suffering from PTSD.
Rehabilitation Services Administration: https://rsa.ed.gov/; Our mission — to provide leadership and resources to assist state and other agencies in providing vocational rehabilitation (VR) and other services to individuals with disabilities to maximize their employment, independence and integration into the community and the competitive labor market.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline (SAMHSA): https://www.samhsa.gov/; This helpline provides 24-hour free and confidential treatment information about mental and/or substance use disorders, prevention, and recovery in English and Spanish. The SAMHSA website also offers a treatment locator to identify local mental health providers. For assistance, call 1-800-662-HELP, TTY: 1-800-487-4889
The Friends and Family of Chic Kelly: http://www.chickelly.com; The Friends and Family of Chic Kelly is dedicated to improving the quality of life for victims of spinal cord injury (SCI). It provides funding for SCI individuals to help with educational, physical, or medical needs. It is also committed to finding a cure for spinal cord injury. Visit the website to find out more information and how get involved
Tri-State Advocacy Project: http://www.tristateadvocacy.com/; 1(877)774-6380 The Tri-State Advocacy Project is composed of advocates who have personally faced the challenges of having a family member with a catastrophic injury. They help families navigate the process of working with health insurance, applying for government benefits, and seeking out other community resources. Click the link to see how the Tri-State Advocacy Project could help your family
United Spinal Association: https://unitedspinal.org; United Spinal Association is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of all people living with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D), including veterans, and providing support and information to loved ones, care providers, and professionals. Its goal is to provide people living with SCI/D with active lifestyle information, peer support, advocacy, and services that maximize their independence and enable them to remain active in their communities. Visit the website for more information.
Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide: http://www.sptsusa.org/; 1-800-273-8255 The mission of the Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide is to reduce the number of youth suicides and attempted suicides by encouraging public awareness through the development and promotion of educational training programs.
Teen Line: https://www.teenline.org/; Call 1-800-852-8336 or Text “TEEN” to 839863 TEEN LINE was created in 1980 by a group of mental health professionals who, through their personal work with teenagers, realized that a more inclusive approach to adolescent mental health was needed. After extensive research and consultation, TEEN LINE – a teen-to-teen hotline with community outreach services – was born.
The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/; 866-488-7386 (Crisis Lifeline for LGBTQ Youth) or Text ‘START” to 678-678 Founded in 1998 by the creators of the Academy Award®-winning short film TREVOR, The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) young people ages 13-24.
U.S. Department of Education: https://www2.ed.gov/parents/needs/speced/iepguide/index.html; The purpose of this guidance is to assist educators, parents, and state and local educational agencies in implementing the requirements of Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) regarding Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for children with disabilities, including preschool-aged children. Telephone: 1-800-872-5327
U.S. Department of Education’s Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA): https://sites.ed.gov/idea/; Find information for children with disabilities and their families who want to explore resources on infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities.
VictimConnect Resource Center: https://victimconnect.org/; 1-855-4VICTIM (1-855-484-2846) Chat.VictimConnect.org The VictimConnect Resource Center is a referral helpline where crime victims can learn about their rights and options confidentially and compassionately. As a program of the National Center for Victims of Crime, it combines: a telephone-based helpline, online chat, online information, and service referrals.

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Providence Alaska Medical Center

TSN Coordinator

Upcoming Programs & Events

Community Resources

NAMI Alaska

Alaska Children's Trust

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Military Helpline

ADA National Network

211

Al-Anon Family Groups

Alcoholics Anonymous

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Americans with Disabilities Act

American Chronic Pain Association

American Trauma Society

AMPOWER

Amputee Coalition

Anxiety and Depression Association of America

Brain Injury Association of America

Brainline

Center for Disease Control and Prevention - Opioid Overdose Prevention

Center for Disease Control and Prevention: Youth Violence Prevention Resources

Child Help

Child Mind Institute

Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation

Coalition to Support Grieving Students

Craig Neurorehabilitation and Research Hospital

Detox.com

Family Caregiver Alliance

Hope After Head Injury

Mental Health America

National Alliance for Grieving Children

National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement (NCSCB)

National Center for PTSD

National Child Traumatic Stress Network

National Center for Victims of Crime

National Human Trafficking Hotline

National Institute of Mental Health

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Office of Disability Employment Policy

Office of Personal Management, Federal Employment of People with Disabilities

Phoenix Society—Resources for Parents and Children

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Rehabilitation Services Administration

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline (SAMHSA)

The Friends and Family of Chic Kelly

Tri-State Advocacy Project

United Spinal Association

Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide

Teen Line

The Trevor Project

U.S. Department of Education

U.S. Department of Education’s Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

VictimConnect Resource Center