Line One: Mental health resources in rural Alaska
Manage episode 330459710 series 2952027
Mental health challenges are on the rise for many Alaskans, and resources in rural Alaska remain difficult to access. Prentiss Pemberton speaks to John Solomon about his journey from a rock band and substance misuse to working for a tribal health organization in the Northwest Arctic borough and connecting communities with vital health services.
Listen:
HOST: Prentiss Pemberton
GUESTS:
- John Solomon, director of Behavioral Health for Maniilaq Association
LINKS/RESOURCES:
Behavioral Health Resources — Maniilaq Association
PARTICIPATE:
Call 550-8433 (Anchorage) or 1-888-353-5752 (statewide) during the live broadcast (10–11 a.m.).
Send an email to lineone@alaskapublic.org before, during or after the live broadcast (e-mails may be read on air).
LIVE BROADCAST: Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at 10 a.m. AKDT
REPEAT BROADCAST: Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at 8 p.m. AKDT
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