Celebrating 39 years of changed lives

Everyone has the right to live in the community of their choice.

That’s why we’re here. Our services help with developing independence, learning new skills and living in the community of one’s choice.

We serve individuals with developmental disabilities, adults with physical disabilities, elders, very young children who are developmentally delayed or at risk, and children with behavioral health needs.

We are a nonprofit human service organization, and have served southern southeast Alaska for over 30 years.

Early Learning Program

For families of children aged birth to three years with developmental delays or who are “at risk” of developing delays.

Children's Mental Health

Comprehensive mental health services for children and their families in the home and community.

Senior & Disability Services

For individuals with developmental disabilities and seniors who require assistance to remain in their community of choice and with achieving their life goals.

2022 - The 10th Annual Holiday Sock Drive

Thank you to all who donated and worked hard this holiday season to make our 10th annual Holiday Sock Drive a success! We received more donations than ever before, and we formed incredibly beneficial partnerships with other organizations in town.

With your support we have continued to make a difference in the lives of children, seniors, and adults with disabilities. In total we were able to serve 200 individuals throughout our programs in Ketchikan and on Prince of Wales Island. Donations truly brightened the days of those in our community. From cash contributions to donated clothing, hand-knitted hats and homemade cookies, each of these items brought joy to those in need. We are grateful for your partnership!

Our Mission

Ever wondered “what does Community Connections actually do?”

Here’s what we do – and why.

Read our

35th Anniversary Report

Success stories about the people we serve
A message from our Executive Director and Board President
Thank you to our donors
Our Mission, by-the-numbers

Are you in crisis?

Ketchikan CARES is available to anyone in the community of Ketchikan who may be experiencing mental health difficulties like depression, anxiety, bullying, abuse, suicidal ideation and school stress.

There have been many times as a single mom I have felt so alone. The ELP staff have always been a great comfort to me during those times, sharing information and reminding me that I'm not alone. They offer advice, solutions and goals that are so helpful. My daughter and I both look forward to their visits so that we can show what new things have been accomplished since the last visit.

My son’s counselor is very sensitive and insightful and has made such a strong connection with him. She has helped him see things about himself that he needed and made him face his own imaginings in a way that made him a more whole and deeper person. She has been kind to my son and to me in the truest sense of the word.

My support staff helps me grocery shop and has been teaching me how to cook. He helps show me how to pick greens off of the beach so that I could give them to grandma and other elders. He is helping me to stay out of trouble. I also want to say he helps me to not get really angry, to just talk to people and tell them my feelings.