Welcome to Alaska
The Alaska office of the Arthritis Foundation is here to improve the lives of the one in every four Alaska residents who struggle every day with this serious health epidemic. To help reduce the unacceptable pain, disability and other burdens of arthritis and related diseases, we offer information, events, research funding, advocacy activities and other vital programs and services.
Exercise & Education Programs
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
Ninilchik Pool135 Sterling Highway
Ninilchik, AK 99639
(907) 398-9054
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
Palmer Pool350 E. Dahlia Ave
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 745-0207
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
Susan B English School Pool365 Winnifred St
Seldovia, AK 99663
(907) 399-3552
Upcoming
Events
Living with Arthritis
When: May 09, 2013Where: Wilda Marston Theater, Loussac Library
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Camp Arctic
When: June 05, 2013 – June 08, 2013Where: Camp K on Kenai Lake
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Sun Valley Dirt Rally
When: June 29, 2013 – June 30, 2013Sign up!
Get In
Touch
Anchorage, AK 99518
(907) 277-2784 phone
(907) 277-2783 fax
(888) 391-9389 toll free
Alaska Arthritis News
The Year of Giving
"The Year of Giving" is the slogan Bill and Joan Smith have chosen for W. H. Smith Wines during 2013. Please consider buying your next bottle of wine from W. H. Smith Wines and select the Arthritis Foundation as your spotlight charity. W. H. Smith Wines will donate 20% of the retail price of each bottle to the Arthritis Foundation. read more
Local Advocates Send a Message
Kayla and mom, Theresa from Idaho met with Senator Michael Crapo during the 2013 Advocacy Summit in DC to spread the message that ignoring arthritis is unacceptable. read more
Join the Arthritis Walk Today
Make plans now to join us in May for the Arthritis Walk, a celebration of year-round movement to help prevent and treat arthritis. Every year we get together to celebrate movement and make a positive impact on the lives of people living with arthritis by raising funds for arthritis research, education and life improvement programs in our communities. read more
Sun Valley Dirt Rally
New for 2013, the Sun Valley Dirt Rally features two days of rides through the beautiful forest-service roads in the Salmon-Challis and Sawtooth Forest Districts. This event is fully-supported with rest stops, mechanical support, great food, and beautiful scenery. You’ll have a great time while supporting a cause that affects 50 million people in the United States. read more
The Amgen People's Coast Classic
The Amgen People’s Coast Classic, Sept. 8-13, 2013, is a spectacular fully-supported charity ride down the Oregon coast. Participants can now choose from our original Six-Day ride or new shorter North Coast and Central-South Coast options. Rugged coasts, secluded beaches, wildlife, lighthouses, amazing viewpoints, quaint towns and the natural beauty of the Oregon Coast are all part of your daily travel experiences. The Amgen People’s Coast Classic offers a fully supported tour to all registered riders. read more
Volunteer in the Great West Region
Build a stronger community for the 50 million Americans living with arthritis by providing education, information, support and resources to those living with arthritis in a variety of mission and fundraising capacities. The Arthritis Foundation provides flexible scheduling and volunteer opportunities for all ages and abilities. Learn more
