Wednesday, Mar 10, 2021

Problem Solving Support Group
 
Time: 9:00 AM- 10:00 AM (AKST)
 
Learn to overcome obstacles and reach own goals
  • Every other month on Mondays 4:00-5:00 p.m. by VA Video Connect with Susan Guillory. Contact your provider for referral.
  • Wednesdays 1:30-2:30 p.m. by VA Video Connect with Ann Hutcheson. Contact your provider for referral.
 
 
Wednesday Prayer
 
Time: 12:00 PM- 12:30 PM (AKST)
Location: Telephone 1-800-767-1750 Code 38210
 
Chaplain Service
Provides religious and spiritual support
  • Wednesday prayer 12:00-12:30 p.m. at 1-800-767-1750 code 38210.
  • Chaplain is available at Anchorage clinic on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday in Room 1B-162.
  • Chaplain is available at the VA Domiciliary on Monday and Tuesday in Room 1A-125.
For questions, email Stephen.Zachary@va.gov.
 
CogSMART
 
Time: 1:00 PM- 2:00 PM (AKST)
Location: Telephone 1-800-767-1750 Code 93901#
 
Learn to improve memory and problem-solving
  • 10-12 sessions on Wednesday 1:00-2:00 p.m. at 1-800-767-1750 Code 93901# with Jayson Hsieh and psychology intern.
  • Staff to first contact Dr. Hsieh at 907-273-4020.
 
Weekly Tobacco Cessation Group
 
Time: 1:00 PM- 2:30 PM (AKST)
Location: VA Video Connect
https://www.facebook.com/events/380562029597821/
 
Join the Weekly Tobacco Cessation Group on VA Video Connect!
This is a 4-session group open to all Veterans considering quitting tobacco.
 
Topics covered:
- Your reasons for wanting to quit
- Barriers to quitting
- Handling triggers and cravings
- Effects of nicotine on your body
- Health benefits of quitting
- Medications to help you quit
- Planning for quit day
- Stress management
-Staying tobacco free
 
How do you participate?
Call 907-257-4854 to get scheduled!
 
Questions? Contact one of our facilitators:
Michael Frazier, PharmD, 907-257-3727
Jill Duke, Ph.D., 907-257-4854
 
Gender Identity Support Group
 
Time: 1:30 PM- 2:30 PM (AKST)
Location: VA Video Connect or Telephone
 
Discuss gender identity, resources and coping skills
  • Wednesdays 1:30-2:30 p.m. by telephone or VA Video Connect with Jessie Kullberg, LGBT Veteran Care Coordinator.  Contact provider for referral or call 907-257-4888.
 
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Managing Chronic Pain
 
Time: 2:30 PM- 4:00 PM (AKST)
Location: VA Video Connect
 
Learn to manage pain and improve quality of life.
  • 10-week session on Wednesday 2:30-4:00 p.m. by group VA Video Connect with Jill Duke and Kelley Russell. Call 907-257-4854.
 
Virtual Yoga Classes - Relax and Restore
 
Time: 5:00 PM- 6:00 PM (AKST)
Location: VA Video Connect
https://www.facebook.com/events/720990328766373/
 
Stuck at home? Why not try one of our free virtual yoga classes?
 
Relax & Restore Wednesday @ 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Stretch & Strengthen Thursday @ 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
 
Our yoga classes are now available through VA Video Connect, just set up an appointment to be sent the link!
 
Contact Jurileen Fex at 907-257-5425 or Jurileen.Fex@va.gov