Maniilaq Association

10/11/2026

The Maniilaq Association Tribal Doctor Program will host a Tribal Doctor Clinic in Noatak from Tuesday, October 13, through Friday, October 16.

Tribal Doctor services will then be available at the Anchorage NANA office from Monday, October 19, through Friday, October 23.

Regular services will resume in the Kotzebue office on Monday, October 26.

10/10/2026

Care Closer To Home

For many families in the Northwest Arctic, getting specialty care has meant leaving home, traveling hundreds of miles, and being away from loved ones during some of life's hardest moments. Maniilaq's leadership is working to change that.

In this 3-minute feature, hear how we continue to expand specialty services right here in the region, in Kotzebue and in home communities, so more patients can receive the care they need closer to family, culture, and community.

🎥 Watch the full feature to learn more about the services available near you.

Questions about specialty services or scheduling? Contact Maniilaq Health Services at 907-442-3321 or visit Maniilaq.org

10/09/2026

The Maniilaq Temporary Winter Shelter will be opening today, Friday October 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM. The shelter is located at 322 2nd Ave. behind the main building for the Church of God.

🕗Operation hours are from 8:00 PM - 7:30 AM, seven days a week.

⚠️Intoxicated individuals will not be admitted.

We encourage people in need to make use of this facility as we enter the colder time of year. Please help spread the word to any community member who may need temporary shelter.

For more information please contact Joel Alowa, Prevention Services Director at 907.442.7707

10/09/2026

Maniilaq Association will be closed on Monday, October 12th in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The Maniilaq Health Center Emergency Room will remain open as usual. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

10/08/2026

Looking for a place to bond, share wisdom, and grow with other men who have an appreciation for Inupiat culture? Maniilaq is calling men from every village in the Northwest Arctic Borough region to reach out and join our new Men’s Peer Support Group. We are welcoming men ages 18 and over who are interested in being a member or facilitator as we work to establish a group within each village. This is your chance to be a part of something powerful!

An in-person information session will be held for anyone located in Kotzebue who wants to gather, learn more, and sign up!

📍 Tundra House
322 Second St. — building behind Church of God

🕐 Friday, October 9
1:30–2:30 PM

For those located in villages, those who wish for additional information, or to sign-up, please contact:
[email protected]
(907)621-6895

10/08/2026

10/07/2026

Tundra House hosts a supportive space for the relatives, families, and community members affected by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives (MMIP-R) to come together. We remember, honor, and support each other, share our stories, and strengthen our collective voice for healing, justice, and change. Our relatives are not forgotten.

📍 Tundra House
322 Second St. — building behind Church of God

🕐 Wednesdays, 1:30–2:30 PM

This afternoon, Maniilaq Injury Prevention will also be at Tundra House from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM to offer free smoke alarms and combination carbon monoxide/smoke alarms.

10/07/2026

Public Health Notice: Possible Chickenpox (Varicella) Cases in the Maniilaq Service Area

Maniilaq Health Center and the Alaska Division of Public Health are monitoring possible cases of chickenpox in the Maniilaq Service Area. Confirmation testing is pending. We are sharing this now so families can take precautions.

What to watch for: Fever, tiredness, loss of appetite, and headache, followed by an itchy rash that turns into fluid-filled blisters. Symptoms usually appear 14-16 days after exposure (range 10-21 days).

If you or your child has a rash or symptoms:
• Call your local village clinic before coming in, so staff can prevent exposure to others.
• Stay home from school, work, and public places until all blisters have dried and crusted over.
• Avoid contact with pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems. They are at higher risk for complications.
• Do not give aspirin to children with chickenpox. Use acetaminophen for fever.

Protect your family: The chickenpox vaccine is safe and effective. Two doses are recommended for anyone who hasn't had chickenpox or been vaccinated. Children get the first dose at 12-15 months and the second at 4-6 years. To check your family's vaccination status or schedule a vaccine, contact your local village clinic.

Chickenpox can spread 1-2 days before the rash appears, so early action matters. We will share updates as testing results come in.

10/06/2026

In light of National Custodial Workers Day (October 2) and National Healthcare Food Service Week (first week of October), we'd like to take a moment to appreciate our Environmental Services and Dietary teams.

Behind every patient visit, every meal, and every clean, safe space at Maniilaq is a member of these teams. Our custodial staff keep our facilities spotless and safe, and our Dietary team prepares nourishing meals for patients, residents, and families. Their work means early mornings, long shifts, and constant attention to detail, and it is essential to the care we provide across the Northwest Arctic.

Thank you for the care you bring to our communities every day. We see you and we appreciate you.

10/05/2026

Wondering what’s happening at Tundra House? This flyer gives you a look at all of our upcoming events and activities so you can plan ahead!

📍 Tundra House: 322 Second St. — building behind Church of God

🕐 Tundra House is open 1:00–4:00 PM

🎉 Scheduled events are 1:30–2:30 PM

Tundra House is more than just scheduled events! Our space is available for folks to gather, play games, hang out, relax, connect with others, or just have somewhere welcoming to spend some time. We’ll also have refreshments available! ☕️🍪

💡 Have an idea for an event or activity you’d like to see at Tundra House? We want to hear it! Whether it’s a game night, craft, discussion, cultural activity, or something completely different, let us know what you’d like to see.

Come check us out, bring a friend, and make Tundra House your space, too.