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
Jingle Bell Run/Walk - Jingle in July - North Pole, AK
When: July 06, 2013Where: Santa Claus House
Sign up!
The Amgen People's Coast Classic
When: September 08, 2013 – September 13, 2013Sign up!
Aquatic Program Instructor Training
When: September 28, 2013Where: Auburn Valley 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
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
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
2013 National JA Conference
Join us in Anaheim, California, July 18-21, at the Hyatt Regency Orange County for the 2013 National Juvenile Arthritis Conference. The conference is a three-day educational event that focuses on health, wellness and fun for children affected by arthritis and their families. Register today to get the early-bird discount. 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
