Akeela Stepping Stones Residential Treatment Center is located in Anchorage, Alaska and provides long-term residential substance use treatment for women at an ASAM III.5 level of care, including children who live with their mothers in individual apartments. The facility is part of the broader Akeela, Inc. behavioral health network. Mission and Approach The organization emphasizes individualized treatment matching through assessments that identify both primary and co-occurring disorders, and it employs a holistic model aiming to address both substance use and mental health needs. The approach... focuses on coordinated care across disciplines including medical, psychological, social work and prevention/education professions. Programs and Services Stepping Stones offers a long-term residential program for women assessed at ASAM III.5, with individual apartments for mothers and their children, and it provides daycare while mothers attend treatment. The facility also serves those with co-occurring disorders and integrates substance use and mental health services within the program. Environment and Setting The facility provides a structured residential setting designed for long-term care. Staffed by professionals across clinical, medical and case-management disciplines, the treatment environment supports both women and children in a therapeutic community format. Admissions and Continuing Support Admission to the program is based on assessment using the ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine) criteria, and a comprehensive behavioral health assessment is required for treatment. Prospective clients are prompted to complete an application packet including medical clearance and psychosocial assessment to begin the admissions process. Show more