Healthy Communities

The Healthy Communities program is dedicated to providing health services and education to Special Olympics athletes, their families, friends, volunteers, coaches and the Alaskan community at large. Varying from specific health screenings provided by health care professionals, to health education classes directed toward athletes and the family/service providers, Special Olympics Alaska offers health education through sports training and competition as well as through its Special Olympics Alaska Sports, Health and Wellness Center.

Strong Minds Webinar

Strong Minds Webinar held on Tuesday, January 26, 2021. Recording here! The webinar focused on tips and strategies for keeping a strong mind, including handling stress and encouraging positive thinking, and featured a question and answer segment with our clinical director and volunteers!

Health Promotion Webinar

Health Promotion Webinar held on Tuesday, November 23, 2020. Recording here! The webinar discussed ways to stay hydrated, healthy, and active during the winter months!







Year-round opportunities:

  • Special Olympics Alaska sports training
  • Coaches Education
  • Health Promotion Classes
  • Healthy Athletes Screenings (vision, hearing, dental, and more!)
  • Fitness classes
  • Cross Training
  • Sport Series (try a new sport or hone in on your existing skills)
  • Disability education and resources
  • Nutrition Classes
  • Family Forums
  • Volunteer Management courses
  • Disability awareness classes
  • And so much more!

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Emily Vangergon – Inclusive Health Manager 

3200 Mountain View Dr. Anchorage, AK 99501
emily2@specialolympicsalaska.org
907.222.7625 ext. 612