Unalaska, Alaska

Unalaska, Alaska, in Aleutians West county, is 795 miles SW of Anchorage, Alaska. The city is home to some 4,283 residents.

The People and Families of Unalaska

In Unalaska, about 21% of adults are married.

Approximately 56% of Unalaska is non-white. If America is a melting pot of different peoples, then the city is very American.

The people of Unalaska are more likely male than female.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Unalaska had a median family income of $80,829. More so than most places, the people in Unalaska generally have good jobs with good salaries. It's worth saying that successful single folks are not uncommon in the city.

Political Inclinations

The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in Unalaska.

Unalaska Housing

According to the 2000 census, 22% of the housing in Unalaska was owner-occupied. On average, homes in the city have gone up relatively recently. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Unalaska, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. If you want a nice house, or any home in a nice city, you usually need to pay higher property taxes. It's no different here.

Commuting

In Unalaska, 45% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at Unalaska. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%Unalaska Well-Paid Single Men
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%Unalaska Short Commute Times
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%Unalaska Racial Diversity
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%Unalaska Median Family Income
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Unalaska Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Unalaska Well-Paid Single Women


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

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



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Are drugs and alcohol creating destruction in your life in Unalaska, AK.? Do you know of someone in Unalaska, AK. that is going down the dark path of drug or alcohol addiction? It is very easy for someone to fall into the trap of addiction, but an individual soon realizes that it is extremely difficult to kick an addiction. That is where an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Facility in Unalaska comes in, to assist with the seemingly impossible task of treating individuals who have lost hope at ever being sober and happy again.

A Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Rehab Facility in Unalaska treats drug addiction and alcoholism by ingraining in an addict that drugs and alcohol are not the solution to their problems and difficulties in life. It teaches an addict that all of their problems have solutions, solutions that can be found through cognitive reasoning and common sense. An Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Facility in Unalaska would put the individual in the frame of mind to overcome life's obstacles by confronting them head on, and obliterates the person's desire to use drugs as a way out.

There are many different types of in-patient and out-patient treatment programs available in Unalaska, AK., because each individual has different needs. Examples of programs available in Unalaska are Outpatient Rehabs, Short-term Addiction Recovery Facilities, Inpatient Drug Rehabilitation Facilities, Long-term Drug Rehabilitation Programs, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in Unalaska have a two-prong approach to treatment, both the physical and psychological causes and effects of drug and alcohol addiction. As the individual's brain adapts to the use of a psychoactive substance over time, the effect that the drug creates within the body is lessened. Due to this physical tolerance, more and more drugs or alcohol must be consumed to get high or even get a buzz.

The physical aspect of addiction is the first thing an addict will address when making the decision to seek treatment for addiction. A detoxification program in Unalaska, Alaska delivered by a qualified Drug Rehab or Alcohol Treatment Facility will navigate the addict through the uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms that are caused by abruptly coming off of drugs or alcohol. These withdrawal symptoms can last for days, weeks or months; all depending on the drug of choice and individual circumstances. Heroin withdrawal for example will take a considerable amount of time to detox and is a highly painful and uncomfortable process. Detoxification and psychological counseling right from get-go will put the individual on the right path to address issues involved with drug and alcohol abuse. This gives the individual a better chance of having a lasting recovery and prevents relapse.

An Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Program in Unalaska, AK. takes the individual out of the environment which may have triggered their addiction, and offers an environment that will ensure a successful recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. The individual will be given tools to better handle life situations and triggers which may have caused their drug use. When the individual completes treatment and does return home, he will do so with a new ability to handle triggers, which will no longer have an influence over him, his actions and behavior.

People who have abused drugs and alcohol shows changes in their brain. Research shows that these changes in the brain effect how an addict responds to situations. Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Facilities are aware of this and know that an addict will need more than high hopes to beat addiction. This is yet another reason why professional treatment at a Drug Rehabilitation or Alcohol Treatment Center in Unalaska, AK. is so important.

There are a lot of reasons to seek treatment today, mainly because most people who try to kick the habit on their own will fail and just start using drugs or alcohol again. Tackling addiction and getting control of your life can be achieved by seeking treatment at a Drug Rehab or Alcohol Treatment Program in Unalaska, AK. It doesn't have to be another failure, sobriety can be achieved with the right technology and the care and support of people who want to see you winning again. Don't think about it, do something about it and get your life or the life of someone you care about on the road to a sober and happy life today. Treatment can begin immediately by finding which option is best for you at one of the many Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Programs in Unalaska, AK.

Getting Help

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

There are 2 local Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Programs in Unalaska, Alaska. We have also provided 18 additional Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Rehab Programs that are closest geographically to Unalaska:

Aleutian Counseling Center Unalaska, AK
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Oonalaska Wellness Center Unalaska, AK
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program
Services Offered: 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)
Eastern Aleutian Tribes Inc Sand Point, AK 253.1 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Treatment Program
Services Offered: 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)
Saint Paul Health Center St. Paul Island, AK 271.6 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Recovery Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, 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)
Pribilof Counseling Center Saint Paul Island, AK 416.6 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, 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, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation Bethel, AK 462.4 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Hospital Inpatient, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, 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)
Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation Dillingham, AK 472.4 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation Bethel, AK 499.1 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Center
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, 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, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Providence Kodiak Island Kodiak, AK 549.3 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, 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)
Kodiak Council on Alcoholism Inc Kodiak, AK 606.7 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Gay and Lesbian, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish Speaking, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Seldovia Village Tribe Seldovia, AK 680.0 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Central Peninsula General Hospital Soldotna, AK 716.0 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Facility
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 751.7 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation 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 751.7 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Program
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 776.4 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab 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 792.6 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab 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)
Akeela Inc Anchorage, AK 793.8 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Drug Rehabilitation and Alcohol Treatment Center
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 Childrens Service Inc Anchorage, AK 793.8 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Facility
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 793.8 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance
Ernie Turner Center Anchorage, AK 793.8 miles from Unalaska
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Program
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

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

Methadone was first marketed during World War II under the brand name Dolophine and was used as an analgesic for the treatment of severe pain. Methadone is currently being used and by doctors for pain relief in patients who do not have insurance, as it is much cheaper than any other prescription pain pill on the market today.

In the 18 to 25 age group, the rate of past month use of these drugs was highest in Rhode Island (13.4 percent); among teens, the rate was highest in Arizona (7.2 percent) (Table B.6). Only Colorado and Kentucky were in the top fifth in all three age groups and for all persons aged 12 or older.

Cocaine use among men is almost twice then women. Based upon additional data sources, the office of National Drug Control Policy estimates the number of chronic cocaine users at 3.6 million.

In 2005, 32.8 percent of teens aged 12 to 17 reported that they had attended religious services 25 or more times in the past year; 76.9 percent expressed agreement with the statement that religious beliefs are a very important part of their lives; 67.9 percent agreed with the statement that religious beliefs influence how they make decisions in life; and 34.9 percent agreed with the statement that it is important for their friends to share their religious beliefs. Findings for these measures remained stable from 2004 to 2005. Illegal drug, alcohol, and cigarette use were lower among teens who agreed with these statements than among those who disagreed. For example, past month illegal drug use was reported by 7.7 percent of those who agreed that religious beliefs are a very important part of life compared with 17.2 percent of those who disagreed with that statement.

Rates of substance dependence or abuse were associated with current employment status in 2008. A higher percentage of unemployed adults aged 18 or older were classified with dependence or abuse (19.0 percent) than were full time employed adults (10.2 percent) or part time employed adults (11.0 percent).

Opiate users often have little idea of the long-term consequences that accompany opiate abuse, including damaged immune systems, greater risk for infectious diseases and negative effects on brain function.


The following survey was completed by residents of Unalaska, Alaska as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Unalaska, 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 Unalaska, Alaska.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
94%
0%
6%
Marijuana use in Unalaska, Alaska.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
87%
13%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
76%
24%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
10%
88%
2%
Perception of Alcohol in Unalaska, Alaska.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
3%
4%
93%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
92%
8%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
1%
95%
4%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
3%
34%
42%
21%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Unalaska, 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
13%
13%
3%
1%
0%
0%
57%
11%
0%
2%
Most common first drug experience in Unalaska, Alaska?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
18%
6%
3%
3%
3%
2%
13%
4%
8%
4%
27%
9%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Unalaska, Alaska schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Unalaska, Alaska under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
92%
8%
Have you ever gone to school in Unalaska, Alaska under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
98%
2%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Unalaska, Alaska?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
21%
6%
3%
8%
3%
2%
12%
5%
7%
8%
15%
10%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
2%
11%
62%
25%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
72%
28%
Surveys updated monthly.

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