With over 80 beds planned, the new facility at 800 N. Wasilla-Fishhook Road will provide specialized housing and care for youth experiencing behavioral health challenges, trauma, or housing instability.

At Sunshine Community Health Center, we’re here to provide accessible, compassionate care to our communities in Talkeetna, Trapper Creek and Willow.

This internal recognition program honors team members who go above and beyond, not just in job performance, but in attitude, kindness, and their contributions to our workplace culture.

Our Palliative Care Volunteer Program exists to bring light, relief, and human connection to individuals with life-limiting conditions—and we’re inviting you to be a part of that mission.

Hosted by the wonderful Trisha Costello, this episode welcomed two first-time guests from Sunshine CHC: Community Relations Manager Sierra Winter and Provider Credentialing and Enrollment expert Amanda Simpson.

📞 Don’t wait—call 907-376-2273 to schedule your child’s Well Child Check or Sports Physical today. Let’s start the school year strong, healthy, and ready to play!

In today’s busy world, managing your health should be as simple and convenient as checking your email.

This year, we’re especially excited to bring a limited-edition Sunshine logo shirt featuring a custom fireweed design—a thank-you gift for those who make a donation of $30 or more to support our work. Only 20 of these shirts will be available at the event, so we encourage visitors to come early and say hello!

At Sunshine Community Health Center, we believe that supporting families means more than just offering healthcare—it means nurturing the foundations of trust, connection, and resilience in the home.

This isn’t about dieting, restriction, or numbers. It’s about trust, compassion, and coming home to your body.

Sunshine Community Health Center 1-907-376-2273 (CARE) www.sunshineclinic.org *This article was written with the support of AI*

This month’s episode features Teresa Schweitzer, LMSW, and Peer Support Specialist Heather Barnes, who join the show to share insights, support, and resources for individuals and families navigating the challenges of substance use and recovery.

The Crown Award isn’t about titles or tenure. It’s about recognizing the everyday ways our team members bring light, care, and positivity into our shared spaces.

Becky has long been a dependable member of the Finance team, previously managing payroll and accounts payable with dedication and precision. In her new position as Junior Accountant, she’s expanding her scope to include account reconciliations, tracking fixed assets, and handling tax-related transactions—a significant step forward in both responsibility and expertise.

Her new role allows her to support every provider, nurse, and department by ensuring that the records they rely on are complete, correct, and secure—an essential element of high-quality care.

A recent case of measles in Alaska has sparked concern and serves as an important reminder of how quickly this virus can spread — and how critical vaccination is in keeping our communities protected.

When it comes to health, a lot of men grow up hearing the same message: tough it out. Push through. Deal with it later. But "later" can be too late.

Children and young men observe how we handle stress, respond to failure, and treat others when the pressure’s on.

Living in a place where the sun doesn’t set can feel both magical and overwhelming.

As the summer season kicks off, Sunshine Community Health Center is excited to welcome new and returning employees at the McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge.