Center for Safe Alaskans

10/07/2026

A reminder for parents — and grandparents, too!💜

PREVENT FALLS AT HOME | Falls are a leading cause of brain injuries in young children in Alaska. There are steps you can take to prevent these injuries:

▪️Install safety features at home, like stair gates and window guards.
▪️Supervise your little ones while they play.

You can keep your little one safe from falls and brain injuries. Learn more about preventing brain injuries at DefendYourBrain.alaska.gov https://health.alaska.gov/dph/chronic/pages/injuryprevention/tbi/default.aspx.

10/05/2026

This Saturday! Resources to keep you cozy this winter.

Fall is here and winter is not too far off. Here in Anchorage, as in the rest of the state, rising energy costs mean that it will cost folks even more to stay warm in the coming months. Fortunately, there is a lot you can do to reduce your energy use while keeping your home warm and cozy! ♨️🫰

In the spirit of community and preparedness, REAP is proud to host a Winter Prep Fair at the Fairview Rec Center in Anchorage on Saturday, October 10, with a fantastic group of partner organizations (CIRI, Center for Safe Alaskans, The Alaska Center, Alaska Housing Finance Corporation, Anchorage Health Department, Cook Inlet Housing Authority, Alaska Youth for Environmental Action, SteamDot Coffee Company, and AKPIRG) 👬👭👫

Folks are welcome to stop by between Noon and 4pm for free food and home weatherization kits; family-friendly activities and demonstrations; and the chance to connect with local nonprofits that offer the programs and resources that can help keep you safe and warm this winter without breaking the bank. 🆓‼️

Learn more by visiting the event page on our website here: https://alaskarenewableenergy.org/event/2026-anchorage-winter-preparedness-fair/ 🔗

We hope to see you there, and we ask that you please spread the word so we can help get Anchorage ready for winter! 💙🔊

10/02/2026

Know a group of Anchorage youth with a big idea? 💡

Here are reflections from last year's Youth Matter Grants, which put funding directly into the hands of young people to design and lead projects that matter to them and their communities.

We're now accepting applications for the next cycle. Apply by October 25!

This year, we're especially interested in projects focused on:
✅ Youth mental health
✅ Su***de prevention
✅ Protective factors: the things that help young people stay well, like close friendships, a trusted adult, feeling connected at school, having somewhere to belong, and having something they're good at

Questions? Join our info session on Tuesday, October 6. Learn more at aydc.org.

10/01/2026

The Center for Safe Alaskans seeks its next Executive Director to carry forward a legacy of evidence-based public health work, injury prevention, and youth development across Alaska. Following the planned retirement of its longtime Executive Director, Safe Alaskans is well positioned for this transition: financially stable, trusted by partners across Alaska and beyond, and home to a committed team that is widely regarded as the organization's greatest strength.

Learn more and apply here: https://www.forakergroup.org/site/index.cfm/cboard-view/11621

09/29/2026

You got this, Anchorage!

The Week Without Driving challenge starts Thursday, and there are plenty of ways to take part!

🚌 Ride People Mover free: October 1-8. Use the week to try the bus for a trip, a day, or your regular commute.

🚲 Mini Bike to Work Day: Friday, October 2. Making the morning bike commute a little sweeter with morning treat stations from 7-9 a.m.

🎬 Changing Lanes documentary screening: Wednesday, October 7. See how a Brooklyn community organized to transform a dangerous four-lane boulevard into a safer street with protected bike lanes.

🗣️ Public Transit Advisory Board meeting: Thursday, October 8. Learn what’s happening with public transportation in Anchorage and make your voice heard.

Walk, roll, bike, bus, scooter, or carpool! It's a great time to try something new and see Anchorage from a different point of view.

Find the full schedule at:
https://www.bikeanchorage.org/wwd2026

09/28/2026

Vehicles these days have so many adjustable settings, and some of them are tricky. Our free CarFit program offers a 20-minute session with a trained technician who can help you set up your vehicle to be as safe and comfortable as possible. Call us at 907-929-3939 to make an appointment.

09/25/2026

Our free reflective tape program is back, starting today! We look forward to helping Alaskans be seen by drivers as it gets darker outside. Center for Safe Alaskans sends free reflective tape to Alaska households and organizations. Visit http://safealaskans.org/reflectivetape to learn more.

Thank you to the Alaska Highway Safety Office, Anchorage Metropolitan Area Transportation Solutions (AMATS), and AAA Mountain West for supporting this program.

09/24/2026

Did you know that vehicle seat belts are made for adults and will not fit children correctly until they are approximately 4’9” tall? Incorrectly fitting seat belts can increase injury risk during a crash. Your child may be ready to ride without a booster when:

- Their back rests against the vehicle seat
- Their knees bend comfortably at the edge of the seat
- The lap belt lies low across their hips, not across their stomach
- The shoulder belt crosses the center of their chest and shoulder
- They can stay in this position for the entire ride

Learn more or schedule an appointment: https://safealaskans.org/services/car-seats/

09/23/2026

Car seats are typically installed using either a lower anchor attachment system or a seat belt. Watch this video and learn how to safely secure yours.

Have questions? Our Child Passenger Safety Technicians are available to check your car seat or booster seat installation. It's free! See us on Thursday, September 24 anytime between 2-5 PM at the Center for Safe Alaskans parking lot (4241 B Street, Anchorage, AK).

We're also available by appointment. See our website for more information.

09/23/2026

FALLS PREVENTION WEEK | Preventing falls is a priority for senior safety. This week (Sept. 21-25) we observe National Falls Prevention Week by sharing some facts and resources.

In Alaska, falls lead to more emergency department visits and hospitalizations than any other injury, with half occurring among people ages 60 and older. Falls can be life-changing and costly. In 2024 in Alaska, facility charges from falls alone totaled over $276 million, with a median charge of about $4,800.