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
Arthritis and You Education Seminar
When: October 09, 2013Where: Bartlett Regional Hospital
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Arthritis Education Seminar
When: October 09, 2013Where: Bartlett Regional Hospital
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Tai Chi Instructor Training
When: November 23, 2013 – November 24, 2013Where: Central YMCA
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Get In
Touch
Anchorage, AK 99518
(907) 277-2784 phone
(907) 277-2783 fax
(888) 391-9389 toll free
Alaska Arthritis News
Come Jingle With Us
Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis® is a fun and festive way to kick off your holidays by helping others! Wear a holiday themed costume. Tie jingle bells to your shoelaces. Raise funds to fight arthritis, the nation's leading cause of disability. Run or walk a 5 kilometer route with your family and friends and celebrate the season by giving. read more
Arthritis and You Seminar - October 9, 2013
Join us at Bartlett Regional Hospital in Juneau for a presentation about living with and reducing the effects of arthritis. Topics of discussion include managing inflammation through diet, benefits of exercise, diabetes and arthritis. read more
2012 Annual Report Available
The Arthritis Foundation, Great West Region's 2012 Annual Report is now available. Find out about the many faces of arthritis in the Region including the areas of advocacy, public health, research, events and volunteerism. read more
Learn How to Navigate Health Insurance Marketplaces
Beginning next year, most Americans will be required to carry health insurance. Starting October 1, people without health insurance can sign up for coverage through new health-insurance marketplaces as part of the Affordable Care Act. The Arthritis Foundation has launched a new online information center with resources to compare coverage and benefits so you can make a better-informed decision about your insurance options. 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
