Events in May 2020

  • - The Exchange
    The Exchange

    The Exchange

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    May 5, 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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    May 13, 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

  • - The Exchange
    The Exchange

    The Exchange

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    May 19, 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 Opioid Task Force Monthly Meeting
    South Kenai Peninsula Opioid Task Force Monthly Meeting

    South Kenai Peninsula Opioid Task Force Monthly Meeting

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    May 27, 2020

    In all three MAPP led Community Health Needs Assessments (2008, 2012 & 2016) “Substance Abuse” has continued to be the top ranked factor most negatively affecting the community. Couple this with the growing opioid epidemic and community members have come together to create a local task force. The task force is looking at what is already occurring within the community (e.g. the twice monthly Exchange) and identifying areas where more mobilization is still needed. The task force meets on a monthly basis and has work groups to tackle various actionable areas. All community members with an interest in this effort are encouraged to participate.

    The SKP Opioid Task Force meets on the fourth Wednesday of every month
    11:00am-12:30pm
    South Peninsula Hospital
    Training Center
    203 West Pioneer Avenue

    Please email SKPOpioidTaskForce@gmail.com in order to be added to the task force list serve and be alerted of upcoming meetings and work group opportunities.

  • - Homer Steps Up! 2020 In-Person Registration Station
    Homer Steps Up! 2020 In-Person Registration Station

    Homer Steps Up! 2020 In-Person Registration Station

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    May 28, 2020

    All in-person sign-ups for Homer Steps Up! 2020 are WEATHER PERMITTING.

    In-person sign-up station for Homer Steps Up! 2020 Community Walking Challenge, beginning June 1st. We will be at WKFL Park (between Homer's Jeans and the Homer Volunteer Fire Department) from 11am-3pm. Get a free pedometer, walking logs, and information on how to register online. Please help keep us safe - wear a cloth face mask or covering and we'll bring the hand sanitizer!

    You can also always register and join or create a team at the link homerstepsup.walkertracker.com.

  • - Homer Steps Up! 2020 In-Person Registration Station - LAST ONE!
    Homer Steps Up! 2020 In-Person Registration Station - LAST ONE!

    Homer Steps Up! 2020 In-Person Registration Station - LAST ONE!

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    May 30, 2020

    All in-person sign-ups for Homer Steps Up! 2020 are WEATHER PERMITTING.

    In-person sign-up station for Homer Steps Up! 2020 Community Walking Challenge, beginning June 1st. We will be at Bishop's Beach from 11am-3pm. Get a free pedometer, walking logs, and information on how to register online. Please help keep us safe - wear a cloth face mask or covering and we'll bring the hand sanitizer!

    You can also always register and join or create a team at the link homerstepsup.walkertracker.com.

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