The week's events

  • - The Exchange
    The Exchange

    The Exchange

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    October 1, 2019

    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

  • - Living Well Alaska - Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshops
    Living Well Alaska - Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshops

    Living Well Alaska - Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshops

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    October 2, 2019

    The next series of Living Well Alaska workshops for adults with ongoing health conditions and their family or caregivers will be on Wednesday evenings, 4:30pm – 6:30pm from September 18th-October 23rd.  Living Well workshops were developed by Stanford University to focus in a fun, interactive group setting on staying as healthy & active as possible even while living with chronic conditions like arthritis, diabetes, pre-diabetes, high blood pressure, depression, obesity, and any health condition that requires long term self-management.

    The cost for the entire 6-week series is $40, and assistance is available.  Contact PeggyEllen Kleinleder at (907) 235-0311 for more information and to register!  Put the life back in your life!

  • - Body Moves - Exercise & movement classes for people with Parkinson's or any kind of mobility issues!
    Body Moves - Exercise & movement classes for people with Parkinson's or any kind of mobility issues!

    Body Moves - Exercise & movement classes for people with Parkinson's or any kind of mobility issues!

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    October 3, 2019

    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, 10:45-11:45 am
    Oct. 3—Nov. 21, 2019
    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

  • - Walk with a Doc - TWO YEAR WALK-a-VERSARY! with Dr. Rob Downey
    Walk with a Doc - TWO YEAR WALK-a-VERSARY! with Dr. Rob Downey

    Walk with a Doc - TWO YEAR WALK-a-VERSARY! with Dr. Rob Downey

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    October 5, 2019

    Help us celebrate two years as a Walk with a Doc chapter - thanks to you all of our walkers and especially the generous co-sponsorship of the South Peninsula Hospital Foundation, Inc.!

    Join SPH Health & Wellness and our Walk with a Doc Lead Physician Rob Downey, MD, IFMCP at SPARC (600 Sterling Hwy next to Homer Middle School) for  “Walk with a Doc”! All are welcome Saturday, October 5th from 9:00 am-10:00 am for Dr. Downey's brief talk on "The Exercise Prescription - Aerobic & Interval Exercise Recommendations" and spend the rest of the hour walking at your own pace, chatting, asking any questions and celebrating with us!

    This is a free event, open to all ages and abilities! There is parking up at the SPARC and down below in the Homer Middle School Parking lot. Find out more on Facebook or our page on the Walk with a Doc National website!

    Walk with a Doc is a nationwide walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle. What better way to start your weekend than on your feet making strides to help your heart and improving your general health to live longer! While you walk at your own pace, you’ll have the opportunity to have questions answered by local physicians.

    There will be free blood pressure screenings, prizes, and refreshments!

    Please bring clean indoor walking shoes.

    Email wellness@sphosp.org, or call the Health & Wellness Department at (907) 235-0970 with questions or for more information!