Other Supports and Resources for Your Family
Additional child care information for Alaskans
Families sometimes need support beyond child care. Alaska offers a variety of programs that help families meet basic needs, support children’s health and development, and connect families to important services.
These resources can help with things like food assistance, health coverage & mental health services, child support, and early intervention services for children with developmental delays or disabilities.
Explore the sections below to learn more about programs that may support your family.
Financial Assistance
In addition to Child Care Assistance some families may qualify for programs that help with food, household expenses, heating costs, or other basic needs.
Visit the Alaska Division of Public Assistance for more information about family assistance programs including:
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF / Alaska Temporary Assistance Program)
- SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) to help buy groceries
- WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) for nutrition support and breastfeeding resources
- Heating Assistance (LIHEAP) to help with home heating costs
These programs help ensure families can access food, housing support, and early childhood services when needed.
Learn more at the Division of Public Assistance page.
Health Insurance
Health coverage helps children and families access doctor visits, preventive care, prescriptions, and other medical services.
In Alaska, eligible families may qualify for:
Medicaid or Denali Kid Care, a health coverage program for eligible children, families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities.
Child Protective Services
Child Protective Services helps ensure the safety and well-being of children when there are concerns about abuse or neglect.
The Office of Children’s Services (OCS) works with families and communities to protect children and provide services when needed. This may include investigating reports of harm, connecting families with support services, or providing protective interventions.
Learn more about OCS services.
Report Suspected Child Abuse
If you believe a child may be experiencing abuse or neglect, report it immediately.
Child Abuse Hotline
1-800-478-4444
907-269-3939
Email: reportchildabuse@alaska.gov
If a child is in immediate danger, call 911.
Child Support
Child support services help ensure children receive financial support from both parents.
The Alaska Child Support Enforcement Division helps establish and enforce child support orders and collect payments for families.
Services include:
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Establishing paternity
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Establishing child support orders
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Collecting and distributing child support payments
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Modifying child support orders when circumstances change
Learn more about child support services.
Child Development and Early Learning Supports
Some children may need extra support for learning, development, or disabilities. Alaska offers programs that help identify developmental concerns early and connect families with services that support children’s growth.
Families can also find resources that help keep children safe and healthy, such as information about child passenger safety and car seat requirements.
Early Intervention (Infant Learning Program)
The Infant Learning Program supports infants and toddlers from birth to age 3 who may have developmental delays or disabilities. Services focus on helping children develop important skills while supporting families.
Special Education Services (IDEA)
Children ages 3–21 who need additional learning support may qualify for services through Alaska’s Special Education Program under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Families can learn about available services, evaluations, and their rights through Alaska’s Department of Education.
Child Passenger Safety
Keeping children safe while traveling is also important. Alaska provides guidance on child passenger safety and car seat laws to help families protect children in vehicles.