Homer, Alaska

Homer, Alaska is 121 miles SW of Anchorage, Alaska. It is in Kenai Peninsula county. The population of the city is 3,946.

The People and Families of Homer

In Homer, about 54% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Homer had a median family income of $53,571. The people of Homer can point with pride to the large number of college graduates in the the city. A sizable number of people in the city work from home.

Political Inclinations

Among Homer political contributors, John Kerry was favored among Presidential candidates in 2004, with $7,200. The Democratic party attracted the largest share of donations from the city.

Homer Housing

Of the housing in Homer, approximately 62% is occupied by their owners. A good bit of the housing in the city is used seasonally or for leisure or vacation purposes. Newer housing units are not uncommon in Homer. The city offers a good supply of small apartments. Real estate taxes per home are higher in Homer than most places in Alaska.

Commuting

In Homer, 78% of commuters drive to work. The layout of the city makes walking and bicycling easier than most places. Homer features shorter commuting times than most similar places.

High Points

Homer strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Alaska):

CategoryTrophy
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 5%Homer College Educated Adults
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Homer Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Homer Walking and Biking to Work
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Homer Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Homer Well-Paid Single Women
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%Homer Public Transportation Use
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Homer Median Family Income


The listings in Homer, Alaska and surrounding areas provide the following services:

(14) Outpatient
(4) Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
(5) American Sign Language
(4) Drug/Alcohol Detoxification
(5) Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
(9) Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
(3) Hospital Inpatient
(5) Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders
(4) Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
(3) Teens and Adolescents
(7) Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders
(2) Halfway House
(1) Mental Health Services
(2) Spanish Speaking
(4) Females
(2) Residential Beds for Children
(1) Persons with HIV/AIDS
(3) Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
(2) Clients With Legal Issues
(1) Seniors/Older Adults
(2) Males



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Are you battling an addiction to drugs or alcohol and live in Homer, Alaska? Do you have a friend or family member that is addicted to drugs or alcohol in Homer and you don't know where to turn to for help? Addiction to any substance can be a very dark and lonely place, not just for the abuser but for anyone that cares about them. All hope is not lost; there are effective solutions out there. We can help you find an Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Treatment Center in Homer that will be appropriate for your treatment needs.

An Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Center in Homer is a perfect solution for the treatment of drug addiction and alcoholism. Treatment will be geared towards helping the individual overcome their need to fix problems in their life with drugs and alcohol. Once they can grasp this, they will be able to cope with life situations more appropriately and resolve their problems without substances.

There are a variety of approaches to addiction treatment. Examples offered in Homer are Outpatient Treatment, Long-term Drug Rehab Facilities, Short-term Drug Treatment Centers, Inpatient Drug Treatment, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in Homer will target both the physical and psychological aspects of addiction. Individuals are treated for physical addiction by undergoing a detoxification program in Homer, Alaska to assist with the uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms which result when an addict discontinues use of a substance they are addicted to. Continued use of a psychoactive substance over time causes the brain to adapt to the presence of the drug, making the desired effect minimal. Physical tolerance to drugs such as heroin, amphetamines, cocaine, nicotine and alcohol develops in this way. Over time, more and more of the addictive drug is required to get the same effect. Quitting an addictive drug abruptly causes serious withdrawal symptoms, which may take the body weeks or months to return to normal function. Withdrawing from hardcore drugs such as heroin can cause extremely severe and painful withdrawal symptoms, which can last for quite some time.

A Drug Rehab or Alcohol Rehabilitation Center in Homer will be able to administer a professional detox as well as assistance with psychological issues. These underlying psychological issues are at the root of all drug and alcohol addiction problems. Addressing this head on will decrease the chances of relapse and increase the chances of a fully rehabilitated and contributing member of society. An Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Facility in Homer, AK. has proven to be the most successful method for treating an individual with a severe drug addiction problem. A Drug Rehab or Alcohol Treatment Center in Homer, follows a rigid, comprehensive program to ensure a successful recovery. This program addresses every aspect of addiction and every area where the person could be having trouble.

To ensure a lasting recovery, the individual must gain the knowledge, abilities and "life tools" to change their behavior and reaction to situations. The individual's program will be focused on strategies for returning home to Homer, from a Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Rehab Program and even running into prior drug using friends or acquaintances in Homer. Upon completion of their program, the individual will be able to deal with the reminders and triggers in Homer which may have prompted their drug use, as these same triggers can produce psychological stressors. These psychological stressors, if not addressed, can make it very hard for an individual to control their response to drug using impulses. Research has shown that an addict shows changes in the way their brain functions after having discontinued using drugs and/or alcohol. Because of this, even an individual with the best of intentions may find it extremely hard to overcome drug addiction or alcoholism without professional addiction treatment.

So you can see that a recovering addict has a lot to deal with when deciding to kick the habit. With triggers, drug cravings, and changes in the way their brain functions due to habitual drug use, seeking help at an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Center to successfully recovery from drug and alcohol addiction is a no-brainer.

A person that is serious about the decision to get sober should enroll in an Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Treatment Program in Homer, AK. Why fail again on your own? Why lose another friend or push a family member even further away? Why beg, cheat, and steal just to get drugs or alcohol, risking legal problems and jail time? You don't have to be depressed and unhappy because of excessive drug or alcohol use. There is help available, even for the most severe addicts.

Getting Help

Call toll free 855 Stop-Drugs (855-786-7378) and speak to a professional Registered Addiction Specialist or simply fill out the Homer, Alaska Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehab Program request form and counselor will contact you shortly.

There are no listings in Homer, AK. so we have provided the 20 closest treatment facilities arranged by distance from Homer, Alaska:

Seldovia Village Tribe Seldovia, AK 19.0 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Central Peninsula General Hospital Soldotna, AK 39.5 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Cook Inlet Council on Kenai, AK 66.6 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Kenaitze Indian Tribe Kenai, AK 66.6 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Seaview Community Services Seward, AK 79.0 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Facility
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Genesis Recovery Services Inc Anchorage, AK 121.7 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Center
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Halfway House, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Alaska Childrens Service Inc Anchorage, AK 122.1 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Mental Health Services, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Alaska Human Services Inc Outpatient Anchorage, AK 122.1 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Ernie Turner Center Anchorage, AK 122.1 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE), Access to Recovery
Insight Therapy LLC Anchorage, AK 122.1 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance, Access to Recovery
Recovery Connection Anchorage, AK 122.1 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Stepping Stones Anchorage, AK 122.1 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Residential Beds for Children, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE), Access to Recovery
Akeela Inc Anchorage, AK 122.2 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Halfway House, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Alaska VA Healthcare Sys Reg Office Anchorage, AK 124.1 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Outpatient
Booth Memorial Anchorage, AK 124.1 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Hospital Inpatient, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Medicaid
Cook Inlet Tribal Council Inc Anchorage, AK 124.1 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Seniors/Older Adults
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Providence Alaska Medical Center Anchorage, AK 124.1 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Program
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Salvation Army Anchorage, AK 124.1 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Program
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Southcentral Foundation Anchorage, AK 124.1 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Residential Beds for Children, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Elmendorf AFB Alcohol Drug Abuse Elmendorf AFB, AK 127.7 miles from Homer
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Program
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)

Did You Know? ...
Interesting Facts and Statistics:

The rate of binge alcohol use was lowest among Asians (11.9 percent). Rates for other racial/ethnic groups were 20.4 percent for blacks, 22.0 percent for persons reporting two or more races, 24.0 percent for whites, 24.4 percent for American Indians or Alaska Natives, and 25.6 percent for Hispanics.

Ecstasy is criminalized in most countries under a United Nations (U.N.) agreement, and its possession, manufacture, or sale may result in criminal prosecution.

The withdrawal symptoms from Methadone include, but are not limited to body aches and muscle cramping, back aches, leg kicking, anxiety, chills, shivering or trembling, abdominal cramping, weakness, increased blood pressure, convulsions, insomnia, diarrhea, running nose, watery eyes, sneezing, sweating, pale and clammy skin, nausea ,and thoughts of suicide.

In more hopeful news, a recent survey of high school juniors and seniors found that 78% felt that heroin was "too great a risk" to try.

The most profound side effects that have been reported that are related to using large overdoses include seizures, rhabdomyolysis, renal failure, and rarely death.

Primary care physicians should not hesitate to screen for potential drug abuse or dependence if a patient presents specific symptoms that are known to be associated with problem use of a substance.


Drug Addiction doesn't just destroy the addict, it destroys everything around them. Families and friends that have been affected by a loved one using drugs and need help can attend Nar-Anon meetings to get help for dealing with someone else's addiction that is close to them. Nar-Anon meetings in Homer:

Christian Community Church
3838 Bartlett St
Homer, Alaska

Meeting Days and Times
Thursdays, 6:00PM
The following survey was completed by residents of Homer, Alaska as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Homer, Alaska. We cannot guarantee complete accuracy, but our monitoring team uses the highest standards for survey compilation.
You do not have to answer all of the survey questions, you should only answer questions that are relevant to your thoughts and experiences.
Survey results as of May 1, 2012
Perception of marijuana in Homer, Alaska.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
Marijuana use in Homer, Alaska.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
Perception of Alcohol in Homer, Alaska.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Homer, Alaska?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
Most common first drug experience in Homer, Alaska?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
Use of drugs and alcohol in Homer, Alaska schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Homer, Alaska under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
Have you ever gone to school in Homer, Alaska under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
What is the most common drug used in your school in Homer, Alaska?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
Your Gender?
Female
Male
Surveys updated monthly.

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