In 2023, Southcentral Foundation Elder Program achieved a milestone — the return to its pre-COVID functionality. The Elder Program plays a key role in supporting Elder customer-owners who live independently. As activities and services increased, so did the need for transportation.
After months of renovations, the beautifully remodeled Southcentral Foundation Traditional Healing Clinic is ready to welcome customer-owners.
Spring is arriving in Southcentral Alaska. As the temperature rises and a sense of renewal awakens in Anchorage, consider what steps you can take on your path to wellness.
Alaska’s Cleft Lip and Palate Program at the Alaska Native Medical Center was recognized as a significant contribution to public health by the Alaska Public Health Association (ALPHA) at an awards ceremony Jan. 30.
Working at Southcentral Foundation means more than merely having a job — it is about developing a career that can lead to opportunities for advancement, supported by on-the-job training, a generous scholarship program, and academic leave.
It is normal to worry about those we love. When it comes to health and wellness, immunizations are available to help ease concerns of serious illness. Immunizations have revolutionized preventative care and are beneficial to people of all ages. Knowing the importance of immunizations is essential, and understanding how they work can help you make decisions about your family’s health care.
Adolescent youth face many challenges today, including access to harmful substances. By offering guidance, connection to culture, and an ear to listen, we can make a difference and help build resiliency amongst our youth. Substance use in youth is a public health concern affecting communities throughout Alaska. One in five American Indian and Alaska Native young adults, aged 18-25 years, has a substance use disorder, including 10% with alcohol and 11% with illicit substances.
When holiday stress strikes, try these small moves to create a big difference in your mood:
Family and community are values deeply woven into the tapestry of Alaska Native and American Indian cultures. Elders keep cultural knowledge alive while children carry it into future generations, perpetuating prosperity of the people.
Southcentral Foundation’s Family Wellness Warriors meet people where they are, and part of their efforts is bringing healing to residents of Hiland Mountain Correctional Center. Of the 357 HMCC residents, 174 are Alaska Native or American Indian women. With 49% of the population being Indigenous people, it is important for SCF to grow this partnership.