Old Minto Family Recovery Camp Tanana Chiefs Conference Inc
UPDATE
122 1st Avenue
Fairbanks AK, 99701
Contact Phone: (907) 452-8251x
Website: http://www.tananachiefs.org/
Details: It is our belief that for Alaska Natives today, alcohol and drug use became a toxic way of coping with a loss of traditional Native values, cultural patterns, identities, relationships, and unresolved trauma. There are eligibility requirements which must be met prior to the acceptance of any individual into the camp. By using Native culture and traditional values as our foundation, our goal is to help people help themselves as they heal from trauma, choose healthy lifestyles and overcome substance use. The Old Minto Family Recovery Camp is an Athabascan alternative to substance abuse treatment; a place to begin healing in a traditional setting. In addition to daily sessions for group and individual counseling, residents gather firewood, haul water, fish and hunt. This approach emphasizes traditional values and strengths, and is compatible with all Alaskan Natives. Clients stay for a 35 day session, enough time to get a good foundation for recovery. Our intent is to provide families and individuals with the skills that will help them live healthy and substance free lifestyles within their own communities. We do this with respect for our Native culture and traditions, as well as other cultures, as seen through the eyes of our children and taught by the wisdom of our Elders. The program is designed for Alaska Native families, but we welcome all individuals. We encourage self-referrals and accept referrals from the Office of Children Services, Probation/Parole, Mental Health/Alcohol Programs, Tribal Councils, FASAP, public defenders, and the court system.