Senior Voice Alaska

08/20/2026

Remote Area Medical (RAM®) clinic is coming to Fairbanks
Sept. 12-13.
Carlson Center, 2010 2nd Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA
6 a.m. to noon each day

Remote Area Medical is a major nonprofit provider of pop-up clinics delivering free, quality, dental, vision, mental and medical care to underserved and uninsured individuals-- is coming to Anchorage, Alaska, to the Sullivan Arena. Services available at the RAM clinic include dental cleanings, dental fillings, dental extractions, dental x-rays, eye exams, eyeglass prescriptions, free eyeglasses, labwork, women's health exams, and general medical exams. All RAM services are free and no ID is required. This is first-come-first-served; no pre-booking is possible.

The Mountain View Lions Club Foundation is proud to host this Remote Area Medical clinic. There is such a great need in this area for medical care and we are glad to be part of bringing these services to the community. If you're interested in volunteering for this event, sign up online at volunteer.ramusa.org.

Due to time constraints, patients should be prepared to choose between DENTAL and VISION services. Medical services are offered, in addition to dental or vision services, free to every patient attending the clinic. For more information, to donate or to volunteer, please visit www.ramusa.org or call 865-579-1530.

Services available at the free RAM clinic include dental cleanings, dental fillings, dental extractions, dental X-rays, eye health exams, eyeglass prescriptions, eyeglasses made on-site, women's health exams and general medical exams. There will also be offered free vaccinations, lab work and social services.

In some situations outside of RAM’s control, such as inclement weather, volunteer cancellations or other circumstances, the parking lot may open earlier or a smaller number of patients may be served. RAM encourages everyone who would like services, especially dental services, to arrive as early as possible. Clinic closing time may vary based on each service area’s daily capacity. For more information, please see RAM’s FAQ page.

This is sponsored by Credit Union One, Hilcorp, Samson Electrical, Alaska Health Fair Inc, Alaska Nurses Association and many others.

Remote Area Medical (RAM) provides free medical, dental, and vision care to those in need through mobile clinics across the country.

08/19/2026

The Alaska Judicial Council recently approved four nominees for a vacancy on the Anchorage District Court and made no nominations for an open position on the Nome Superior Court. The governor has 45 days in which to appoint from among these nominees to fill the positions in Anchorage.
The Judicial Council is required to nominate two or more of the most qualified applicants applying for a judicial vacancy.
The Council is a citizens’ commission created by the Alaska Constitution composed of three attorneys, three non-attorneys, and the Chief Justice of the Alaska Supreme Court. The
Council completes an extensive investigation and evaluation of judicial applicants. The Council reviews each applicant's education, experience, bar discipline and credit records, participation in community activities, and other records. It asks members of the Alaska Bar to evaluate the applicants, encourages the public to submit comments, and interviews the applicants.

08/18/2026

Winter hours start Thursday, Oct. 1 at the Anchorage Museum.
The museum will be open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sundays from Noon to 6 p.m., and every First Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. During winter, the museum is closed on Mondays.

08/16/2026

Upcoming September support group meetings for the Kenai Peninsula Family Caregiver Support Program:

08/11/2026

This is important information to know. Every month, we publish an article about how to stay safe from scams. But a few principles apply. One of them is the sense of urgency emails or texts or phone calls try to create. Slow down, figure out what is happening, and do not share your personal information until you have confirmed you are really talking to your financial institution, loved one, and the like.

FRAUD AND SCAMS IN ALASKA | Did you know? Over $8 million in financial losses was reported to the FBI in 2024 for Alaskans ages 60+, leading the nation in highest number of complaints per residents.

The photo is an excerpt from ACoA’s 2025 Senior Snapshot:https://health.alaska.gov/media/saslo2ig/2025_acoa-snapshot.pdf

https://fightcybercrime.org/ is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and professionals effectively respond to cybercrime. Its approach focuses on three key steps: recognizing scams, reporting incidents, and supporting recovery.

The site provides practical tools, reporting guidance, and victim-centered resources covering issues such as financial fraud, identity theft, compromised accounts, and online harassment. It also connects users with recovery support, including educational materials and peer-based programs.

08/10/2026

Help with Meals on Wheels in Wasilla.

We Need Your Help! Meals on Wheels Volunteers Needed

WASI is looking for caring volunteers to help deliver meals to seniors right here on our campus. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful difference while giving just 2 hours of your time.

Our Meals on Wheels volunteers help ensure older adults receive a nutritious meal, a friendly smile, and a wellness check each day. Your time helps us continue providing this important service to seniors in our community.

Location: Wasilla Area Seniors, Inc.
Commitment: Approximately 2 hours per shift, in the morning
A few hours from you can make a big difference in a senior’s day!

If you are looking for a rewarding way to give back, we would love to have you join our volunteer team.

Please contact WASI at 907-206-8800 to learn more or sign up.

Together, we can help seniors remain independent, connected, and cared for

08/09/2026

The Kenai Peninsula Family Support Program offers several opportunities to connect this month.

08/04/2026

This weekend is Arctic Thunder Open House, Aug 8-9. You can step into the boots of an Alaska Army National Guard soldier through the Last Frontier Challenge, an immersive, hands-on experience launching alongside the Guard's new Live Here. Serve Here. campaign.

The Last Frontier Challenge invites the public to experience real-world missions inspired by the work of Alaska Army National Guard Soldiers - from responding to natural disasters and leading teams under pressure to exploring aviation, engineering, cybersecurity, public affairs and emergency response. As visitors complete each challenge, they'll discover what makes service in the Alaska Army National Guard unlike any other military component.

The Live Here. Serve Here. campaign celebrates the Alaskans behind the uniform who continue to live, work, raise families, attend school, and build careers while serving their communities and answering the call whenever Alaska needs them.

Every challenge is inspired by real missions performed by Alaska Army National Guard Soldiers, from earthquake and flood response to search and rescue, homeland defense and supporting communities across Alaska.

The Live Here. Serve Here. campaign will continue beyond Arctic Thunder through community events and Soldier stories highlighting the unique missions, career opportunities, and people who make the Alaska Army National Guard one of the most distinctive organizations in the nation.

The Last Frontier Challenge is free and open to the public during the Arctic Thunder Open House.

Saturday, Aug. 8 and Sunday, Aug. 9
10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. each day
Alaska Army National Guard Exhibit in Hangar 3, Arctic Thunder Open House, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

For event details, parking information, and the full Arctic Thunder Open House schedule, visit https://www.jber.jb.mil/Info/Arctic-Thunder-Open-House/.

07/30/2026

The Anchorage School District (ASD) Student Nutrition is seeking input from Alaska Grown producers, distributors, processors, and food system partners as we work to increase the use of locally produced foods in school meals and menus. Your participation in this survey will help ASD Student Nutrition better understand how we can work together to increase the availability of Alaska Grown foods for students while supporting Alaska's agricultural economy. Thank you for sharing your perspectives and experiences.

https://form.jotform.com/261209053258050

Deadline is Aug. 31

Please click the link to complete this form.

07/29/2026

Did you see that we published four stories about people pursuing creative activities in the second part of their lives? We thank the Alaska Center for Excellence in Journalism to support this reporting.

The Alaska Center for Excellence in Journalism provides support for in-depth, high-impact journalism in Alaska.