Events in October 2023
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- Brake for Breakfast and 1 other event
Brake for Breakfast
Brake for Breakfast
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October 3, 2023Tuesday, October 3rd
7:00-9:00am
Drive through and treat yourself to a free, breakfast grab-n-go bag filled with goodies and life-saving breast health information while supplies last at one of three convenient locations!
Homer: Alaska Islands and Oceans Parking Lot (95 Sterling Hwy)
Host: South Peninsula Obstetrics & GynecologyFritz Creek: Fritz Creek General Store Parking Lot (55770 East End Rd)
Host: Kachemak Bay Family Planning ClinicAnchor Point: NTC Health Clinic Parking Lot (33880 Sterling Highway)
Host: NTC Health CenterMegan's Place: Syringe Exchange & moreMegan's Place: Syringe Exchange & more
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October 3, 2023Every first and third Tuesday from 5-7PM at the SPH Training Center at 203 W. Pioneer Ave., anyone in need can safely & confidentially dispose of used needles & obtain clean needles, and access free resources and information including naloxone (overdose) kits, sanitary products, free rapid on-site HIV/AIDS & Hep-C testing and more.
You can call (907) 841-7204 or email homerexchange@gmail.com for more information.
Check out the Facebook page and website for All Things Recovery, (formerly All Things Addiction and the Southern Kenai Peninsula Opioid Task Force) for more great info and to get involved.
Additionally, South Peninsula Hospital accepts sharps on the second Wednesday of each month from 1 - 3 p.m. During this time only, sharps will be accepted from the public and only at the loading dock entrance, found on the lower level east side below the main entrance. Refer to this brochure for additional information on safe options for needle disposal and this handout: What should I do if I find a needle?
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- First Friday Art Walk- "We are All Connected"
First Friday Art Walk- "We are All Connected"
First Friday Art Walk- "We are All Connected"
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October 6, 2023We are excited to participate in October's First Friday Art Walk festivities! We are hosting an Art Reception for a new installation called 'We are All Connected.' This installation, developed by quilters during the pandemic when connecting with others was difficult, features nine unique quilt panels joined together by a fuchsia ribbon. The panels represent the importance of acknowledging, accepting, and appreciating the differences that make us human while recognizing our interconnectedness.Guests can see the installation up close, meet the talented artists, and enjoy some light refreshments. The reception will occur this Friday, October 6th, from 5:00-7:00 p.m., in the Long Term Care Hallway. Please enter through the Long Term Care and Rehabilitation Services Entrance (lower level of the hospital).
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- Sharps Disposal and 1 other event
Sharps Disposal
Sharps Disposal
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October 11, 2023South Peninsula Hospital accepts sharps on the second Wednesday of each month from 1 - 3 p.m.
During this time only, sharps will be accepted from the public and only at the loading dock entrance, found on the lower level east side below the main entrance.
Refer to this brochure for additional information on safe options for needle disposal and this handout: What should I do if I find a needle?
Wellness WednesDAYWellness WednesDAY
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October 11, 2023Wednesday, October 11
5:00-7:00PM
Kachemak Bay Campus Room 202
Join us for a free evening dedicated to women's health! Enjoy a tasty meal while listening to the Midwives from the West Wing discuss breast health, the significance of self-exams, midwives' crucial role in healthcare, and celebrate National Midwifery Week. After, you can relax in a one-hour yoga class with instructor Britt Huffman! Come for a part or stay for all!
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- Down with Downey - Live at 5!
Down with Downey - Live at 5!
Down with Downey - Live at 5!
October 12, 2023Join South Peninsula Hospital and Seaworthy Functional Medicine Clinic for "Down with Downey: Live at 5," - a health, wellness, and functional medicine lecture series! MD and IFM-certified Dr. Rob Downey will lead an engaging presentation covering diverse topics, from thyroid issues and gut health to long Covid and fatigue.
Every second Thursday of the month, we'll gather on Facebook Live to gain valuable insights and experiences from Dr. Downey, empowering us to live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Stick around for the live Q&A session afterward, where you can interact directly with Dr. Downey and get your questions answered!
Mark your calendars for our first session on September 14th at 5:00 pm (AKST), and invite your friends to this enlightening event! Let's learn, grow, and support one another on our wellness journey.
Click here for a PDF flyer and visit seaworthymed.com for more information about Dr. Downey!
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- Safe Sitter
Safe Sitter
Safe Sitter
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October 13, 2023The next upcoming Safe Sitter, Inc. course at South Peninsula Hospital will be held on Friday October 13th and Saturday October 14th from 9-2:30 both days. The Friday falls on a school-in-service day.Safe Sitter teaches young teens in grades 6th-8th grade how to practice important safety skills, how to handle emergencies, how to treat illnesses and injuries, CPR basics, and more. In addition, students learn important business skills, like how to screen jobs, set a wage, and work with employers.Class size is limited, so email wellness@sphosp.org to get your child registered today!
South Peninsula Hospital Conference Rooms 1 & 24300 Bartlett StreetHomer, -
- Safe Sitter
Safe Sitter
Safe Sitter
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October 14, 2023The next upcoming Safe Sitter, Inc. course at South Peninsula Hospital will be held on Friday October 13th and Saturday October 14th from 9-2:30 both days. The Friday falls on a school-in-service day.Safe Sitter teaches young teens in grades 6th-8th grade how to practice important safety skills, how to handle emergencies, how to treat illnesses and injuries, CPR basics, and more. In addition, students learn important business skills, like how to screen jobs, set a wage, and work with employers.Class size is limited, so email wellness@sphosp.org to get your child registered today!South Peninsula Hospital Conference Rooms 1 & 24300 Bartlett StreetHomer, -
- Megan's Place: Syringe Exchange & more
Megan's Place: Syringe Exchange & more
Megan's Place: Syringe Exchange & more
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October 17, 2023Every first and third Tuesday from 5-7PM at the SPH Training Center at 203 W. Pioneer Ave., anyone in need can safely & confidentially dispose of used needles & obtain clean needles, and access free resources and information including naloxone (overdose) kits, sanitary products, free rapid on-site HIV/AIDS & Hep-C testing and more.
You can call (907) 841-7204 or email homerexchange@gmail.com for more information.
Check out the Facebook page and website for All Things Recovery, (formerly All Things Addiction and the Southern Kenai Peninsula Opioid Task Force) for more great info and to get involved.
Additionally, South Peninsula Hospital accepts sharps on the second Wednesday of each month from 1 - 3 p.m. During this time only, sharps will be accepted from the public and only at the loading dock entrance, found on the lower level east side below the main entrance. Refer to this brochure for additional information on safe options for needle disposal and this handout: What should I do if I find a needle?
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- Mammos & Mocktails: Open House at SPH Imaging Department
Mammos & Mocktails: Open House at SPH Imaging Department
Mammos & Mocktails: Open House at SPH Imaging Department
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October 19, 2023Thursday, October 19
4:30-6:30pm
Tour the department, meet providers, ask questions and check out the 3D mammography unit! Enjoy mocktails, chair massages, door prizes, snacks and more!
South Peninsula Hospital4300 Bartlett StreetHomer, AK 99603 -
- Breast Health Panel Discussion
Breast Health Panel Discussion
Breast Health Panel Discussion
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October 24, 2023Thursday, October 24
6:00-7:30pm
Join panelists dr. Robin Holmes (KBFPC), Dr. Edson Knapp (SPH Radiology Dept), Dr. Sherry Johnson (Far North Surgery), and Kim Loran (local breast cancer survivor) to learn more about screening guidelines, personalized care, mammo myths, how to navigate abnormal results, current surgical options and more. Enjoy refreshments, door prizes and more!
Can't make it in person? Join us on zoom at https://tinyurl.com/breasthealthpanel and you can also check back at sphosp.org for the recording.
Kachemak Bay Campus - Room 202 -
- Halloween Fun with SPH!
Halloween Fun with SPH!
Halloween Fun with SPH!
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October 31, 2023Come trick or treat with SPH!
On Tuesday, October 31st from 4-6pm Trick or Treaters can show off their costumes to the residents of LTC! Use the lower level entrance; please refrain from visiting if you exhibit signs of illness.
Also on Tuesday, October 31st Trick or Treaters can stop by Seaworthy Functional Medicine at 203 West Pioneer for fun, non-edible treats and healthy snacks to re-fuel on! Use the side door to enter.
South Peninsula Hospital- Long Term Care