Alaska NAMI

Mental Health · Alaska · Free

National Alliance on Mental Illness Alaska affiliate. Education, support, advocacy. Built for older adults experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, loneliness, isolation, or thoughts of suicide. Crisis lines are free, 24/7, confidential, and answered by trained counselors — no obligation to give a name. Depression in seniors often shows up as physical complaints, appetite changes, sleep problems, or memory issues — not sadness. No cost to older adults or the people helping them.

Contact & Details

Address: Statewide

Hours: Varies

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More Mental Health in Alaska

  • SAMHSA National Helpline — Free 24/7 confidential treatment referral and information. 1-800-662-4357. Built for older adults experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, l
  • NAMI HelpLine — National Alliance on Mental Illness helpline. 1-800-950-6264 or text HELPLINE to 62640. Useful for seniors after the loss of a spouse, sibli
  • Mental Health America — Free mental health screening tools and connection to local mental health resources. Useful for seniors after the loss of a spouse, sibling,
  • Friendship Line — Institute on Aging — 24/7 emotional support line for adults 60+ and disabled adults. 1-800-971-0016. Useful for seniors after the loss of a
  • American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry — Find a geriatric psychiatrist for older adults experiencing mental health concerns. A first stop for families noticing a senior is withdrawi
  • Anxiety & Depression Association of America — ADAA — find a therapist, learn about anxiety and depression, support groups. Worth contacting for caregivers experiencing burnout, anticipat