Native Village of Barrow — Behavioral Health/Substance Abuse Assistance (up to $750) & Talkspace online therapy for tribal members
Native Village of Barrow tribal members age 13 and older who are in a substance-abuse or behavioral-health treatment program may qualify for help with housing, food, supplies or online counseling — up to $750 per person, once a year, first come first served while funding lasts. Submit the application with a letter from your case manager or counselor confirming you are in treatment and a copy of a government ID (a parent/guardian ID for minors) to application@nvb-nsn.gov. Separately, NVB tribal members age 14 and older can apply for Talkspace online therapy with a licensed therapist (two 30-minute sessions a month; accounts available until December 31, 2026; applications accepted since March 17, 2025). Questions: call (907) 852-4411 and ask for the ADD's Department. NVB main office: 6090 Boxer St, Utqiaġvik. (Source: North Slope Borough Health & Social Services resource guide.)
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NVB tribal members (13+ for assistance; 14+ for Talkspace)
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