The story below is one of several features included in Providence’s Well Being Trust 2025 annual report.
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“The providers in the clinic really listened to my concerns and were supportive through every appointment. I am so glad to have access to these services.”
— Comment from parent whose child received care at the PACC
At Providence, outpatient mental health services are now provided in one location for youth and adolescents in Anchorage, Alaska, simplifying access to critical services and providing families with a seamless experience navigating care when it’s needed most.
The Providence Adolescent and Child Center (PACC) is a newly renovated space designed specifically to meet the behavioral health needs of youth. The PACC brings together Providence Medical Group’s Child Development Clinic and the Behavioral Health outpatient program for children and adolescents, which moved to the space in fall 2025, creating a coordinated care experience under one roof. By centralizing outpatient mental health services, PMG has simplified access to care and strengthened coordination.
“We opened the PACC to expand access and create a space that is truly child- and adolescent‑friendly,” said Tara Lovin-Curry, director, clinic operations, Providence Medical Group – Alaska. “The remodeled environment provides a welcoming, developmentally aligned setting for patients and families.”
Care teams at the PACC use a collaborative model that addresses each child’s unique needs while also involving families. Services offered include:
- Early autism assessments for children up to age five;
- Neuropsychological evaluations for ages five to 25;
- Psychiatric medication management for youth ages five to 18; and
- Individual, group, and family therapy.
Support from Providence’s Well Being Trust helped bring this renovation to life.
