The Arc of Anchorage

06/01/2026

🧠 June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month

Memory loss that disrupts daily life is not a normal part of aging and may be a sign of Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia.

10 Early Warning Signs:
• Memory loss affecting daily life
• Difficulty planning or solving problems
• Trouble completing familiar tasks
• Confusion with time or place
• Problems understanding visual information
• Difficulty speaking or writing
• Misplacing items and unable to retrace steps
• Poor judgment or decision-making
• Withdrawal from work or social activities
• Changes in mood or personality

The key difference between Alzheimer's and normal aging is that these changes begin to interfere with a person's ability to live independently.

If you notice one or more of these signs in yourself or a loved one, talk with a healthcare provider. Early evaluation can make a difference.

📞 The Alzheimer's Association offers free support 24/7: 800.272.3900


Information taken from https://www.alz.org/

05/11/2026

Ready to gain work experience, build confidence, and earn while you learn this summer? ☀️💼

The Arc of Anchorage is now accepting applications for our Youth Summer Work Program for ages 14–21! This is a great opportunity for youth to develop job skills, explore career interests, and prepare for the future in a supportive and fun environment...
📅 June & July Sessions Available
✅ Hands-on work experience
✅ Build workplace skills
✅ Meet new friends and mentors

Spots are limited, so apply today!

📞 Noelle Spafford: 907-777-0151
📞 Katrena Betts: 907-777-0139

🌐 www.thearcofanchorage.org

04/16/2026

We’re at the 25th Full Lives Conference at the Sheraton Hotel today and tomorrow! 🎉

Stop by The Arc of Anchorage booth to say hello, learn more about what we do, and grab some Arc swag 💜

We’d love to connect with you, come find us!

04/02/2026

Today is World Autism Awareness Day 💙

We’re sharing this message from The Arc of the United States as a reminder that there is no one way to be autistic. Every person experiences the world differently, with their own strengths, needs, and ways of communicating.

At The Arc of Anchorage, we celebrate neurodiversity and stand for understanding, inclusion, and acceptance for all.

04/01/2026

April is STD Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support healthier communities.

At The Arc of Anchorage, we believe everyone deserves access to clear, inclusive information about their health. Sexual health is an important part of overall well-being, and knowledge is one of the best tools we have to protect ourselves and others.

Here are a few important reminders:
• Millions of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are diagnosed each year in the U.S., with young people and certain communities disproportionately affected.
• Many STIs can go unnoticed without testing.
• Early detection and treatment can make a significant difference in health outcomes.

Protect your health by remembering three key steps:
Talk. Have open and honest conversations with partners and healthcare providers.
Test. Regular testing is the only way to know your status.
Treat. If needed, seek medical care right away, many STIs are treatable, and some are curable.

Taking care of your health doesn’t have to be complicated. Small, informed steps can make a big impact.

For local resources and testing information, visit the Alaska Department of Health HIV/STD Program or iknowmine.org.

03/30/2026

💚 World Bipolar Day – March 30

World Bipolar Day is a global effort to raise awareness about bipolar disorder and reduce stigma around mental health. Communities around the world are encouraged to host events and share resources that promote understanding and support. Learn more about the movement and how to get involved: https://www.isbd.org/world-bipolar-day

Today we recognize the strength, resilience, and courage of individuals living with bipolar disorder, as well as the families, friends, and supporters who stand beside them every day. Their stories continue to inspire hope and progress.

Together we can continue building a more compassionate and inclusive community.

Celebrated every year on March 30th, World Bipolar Day (WBD) is a world-wide awareness initiative co-founded by ISBD.

03/26/2026

We received tons of great feedback on the new website! Thank you to everyone who participated in the feedback contest.

If you haven't seen our new website, you can check it out here: https://thearcofanchorage.org/

03/17/2026

Start your spring cleaning today and schedule a FREE pickup before the spring rush! 🌸

Your donated items help create opportunities for Alaskans who experience disability.

Schedule your pickup or drop items in community bins located at most Anchorage area high schools. Need a full list of drop off locations? Just reach out. We are happy to help!

👉 onlinedonationpickup.com/thearcofanchorage/

03/13/2026

Congratulations to Cindy, the winner of our Website Feedback Sweepstakes!! Thank you so much for your valuable feedback on the new site and support for the Arc of Anchorage.

If you haven't checked out our website's new look and features, you can check it out at https://thearcofanchorage.org/

03/10/2026

Women have always been at the heart of the disability rights movement.

From mothers who fought for the rights of their children when they were excluded from school to women with disabilities who demanded access, dignity, and control over their own lives, this movement exists because women refused to accept less.

Today, women with disabilities continue to lead, organize, and speak out about what inclusion really means. Women also make up most of the direct support workforce, showing up every day to support people with disabilities at home, at work, and in their communities. And across policy, advocacy, and leadership, women are still pushing this work forward.

Yesterday was International Women’s Day, and we want to recognize the women who built this movement, the women with disabilities who continue to shape it, and the women working every day to protect disability rights.