The week's events

  • - The Exchange
    The Exchange

    The Exchange

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    January 7, 2020

    The Exchange is a safe and confidential resource on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 5-7PM at the SPH Training Center to safely dispose of used sharps and obtain clean needles.  Free naloxone (overdose response) kits are available, as well as information about how to get free HIV & Hepatitis C testing.  You can call (907) 235-3436 or email homerexchange@gmail.com for more information.

    Download this info sheet about SSRs (Syringe Services Programs) from the CDC

    Download local support groups & other resources pamphlet here

  • - South Kenai Peninsula Resilience Coalition Meeting
    South Kenai Peninsula Resilience Coalition Meeting

    South Kenai Peninsula Resilience Coalition Meeting

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    January 8, 2020

    Be a part of the local resilience movement!

    Join us on the second Wednesday of each month at the SPH Training Center for updates, action, and hand-on activities. Please bring flyers and/or info to share on your upcoming resilience-building events! All are welcome.

    The Southern Kenai Peninsula (SKP) Resilience Coalition is a working group of the Southern Kenai Peninsula’s Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP) coalition. The SKP Resilience Coalition is made up of health and human services organizations, individual community members, and other community groups focused on cultivating healthy relationships and resilient families, free from violence and substance abuse.

    Research shows us that healthy relationships have the power to shape our brains and can act as a buffer against tough times for both children and adults. This is why everyday connections are so important. As a community, we all play a part in connections and positive relationships that can help our community thrive. Contact MAPP of the Southern Kenai Peninsula for more info: (907) 235-0570 , mappofskp@gmail.com and visit www.skp-resilience.mappofskp.net

  • - Body Moves: Moving to the Groove
    Body Moves: Moving to the Groove

    Body Moves: Moving to the Groove

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    January 9, 2020

    Having trouble moving due to pain from arthritis, weakness, or neuro-muscular issues such as Parkinson’s disease or a stroke? Feel like your balance is not very good and you are afraid of falling? Wish your brain was working like it used to? Want to get better but have a hard time motivating to exercise on your own?

    Join Dotti Harness-Foster, M.Ed, GCFP and Rich Kleinleder, PTA for an hour of guided movement activities designed to increase strength, balance, and posture as well as to engage your brain. Live music promotes rhythmic movements in a fun and supportive social environment. Wherever you are in your health and fitness journey, come explore fun ways to help you function better during your day and put a little more spring in your step!

    Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 am
    January 9 - February 27, 2020
    Homer Council on the Arts
    355 W. Pioneer Ave., Homer

    First class is free!
    $95 for HCOA members/$110 for non-members.
    Drop-in rate is $15 per class
    Scholarships are available based on need—to apply, register, or for more information
    visit www.homerart.org or call Dotti at (907) 299-6789