Adulting, Safety & Wellness Resources
Cameron's Collection is a series of eBooks that address mental health and wellness issues.
These are all ebooks. Click on the book you want and start reading.
Titles include:
Understanding Self-Image & Confidence
Teen Depression
I am a Digital Addict. Now what?
Teens talk about Suicide, Death & Grieving
I am a Teen Caregiver. Now what?
Anxiety & Panic Attacks
Helping a Friend with a Drug Problem
Hanging Out
Suicide Information for Teens
Are you Stressed Out in School?
Helping a Friend with an Eating Disorder
Mindfulness & Meditation
Self-Injury
Helping a Friend in an Abusive Relationship
& many more!
Documents
Alaska Department of Health and Social Service Division of Public Health
Need a copy of your birth certificate?
Social Security Administration
Need a replacement social security card?
Department of Motor Vehicles AK
Need to know how to get a license or permit? Check out the state DMV website.
Civil Service
Selective Service A.K.A The Draft
Almost all male U.S. citizens and male immigrants, who are 18 through 25, are required to register with Selective Service. It’s the law.
Did you know you can register to vote 90 days before you turn 18?
Jobs
Resume Builder *see "Resume" page as well*
(Sign up for an account. Easy to use resume builder)
Food
National Search For Food Banks
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) *food stamps*
Mental Health and Wellness
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)
NEDA Helpline: 1-800-931-2237
Available for support, resources & treatment options for yourself or a loved one - Mon-Th. 7am-5pm, Fri. 7am-1pm
Available for support, resources & treatment options for yourself or a loved one - Mon-Th. 5am-5pm, Fri. 5am-1pm
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration
Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
Stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after any natural or human-caused disaster. Call this toll-free number to be connected to the nearest crisis center for information, support, and counseling.
SAMHSA Helpline: 1-800-662-4357
Confidential and anonymous treatment referrals & info about mental and/or substance use disorders, prevention and recovery 24/7.
Sexual Assualt Awareness & Prevention Resources
United State Department of Justice - National Sex Offender Public Website - Safety & Education
Sexual abuse and assault can be difficult topics to discuss. Learning about sexual abuse/assault, being able to recognize potential warning signs, knowing how to respond and being aware of resources can help.
Campus Safety
How safe are college campuses? Use this link to learn more and compare schools.
Abuse, Teen Dating Violence Awareness & Prevention Resources
Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 (Confidential and anonymous help 24/7)
Information, quizzes & resources about teen dating relationships.
Love is Respect Helpline: 1-866-331-9474 (Confidential and anonymous help 24/7)
Love is Respect Textline: "LOVEIS" to 22522 (Confidential and anonymous help 24/7)
Online chat is also available
Self-Injury Prevention & Recovery Resources
If an emergency contact 911 immediately
These resources are from the Cornell Research Program:
How does Self-Injury Change Feelings?
Coping and Stress Management Strategies
Distraction Techniques and Alternative Coping Strategies
Suicide Prevention
If an emergency contact 911 immediately
Alaska Careline 24/7 Helpline: 1-877-266-4357 (Confidential and anonymous help 24/7)
Suicide Prevention 24/7 Lifeline: 1-800-799-4889 (Online chat is also available here)
Crisis Textline 24/7 Text: "HOME" to 741741 (Confidential and anonymous help 24/7)
Also available using FB Messanger @Crisis Text Line
Healthy Relationships
Adult Education
Kenai Peninsula College Adult Basic Education Resources @KRC Learning Center
(Free math, reading, writing, life skills, GED prep for adults)