Events in April 2025
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- Megan's Place: Syringe Exchange & more
Megan's Place: Syringe Exchange & more Megan's Place: Syringe Exchange & more
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April 1, 2025Every first and third Tuesday from 5-7PM at the SPH Training Center at t 4014 Lake Street, Suite 101, 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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- Wellness Wedesnesdays
Wellness Wedesnesdays Wellness Wedesnesdays
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April 2, 2025Speakers: Joe Lllenos, MD; Christine Kulcheski, RN; Joe Marx, LPN
Foot Health Awareness
April is National Foot Health Awareness Month! Come learn from the experts about foot health, self-assessment, diabetic foot care, what to do and not do at home, common foot problems, and when to come to the clinic.
For more info see - WELLNESS WEDNESDAY
Kachemak Bay Campus - Room 202 -
- SPARC Open Walks
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- Kachemak Bay Recovery Connection Fireside Chat
Kachemak Bay Recovery Connection Fireside Chat Kachemak Bay Recovery Connection Fireside Chat
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April 8, 2025
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- Wellness Wedesnesdays
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April 9, 2025Speakers: Lucy Mahan, LPC; Bobbi Cleary, LPC
Somatic Therapeutic Modalities Used in Counseling
Lucy and Bobbi will discuss the science and target populations associated with the benefits of somatic therapy. If anyone is interested in volunteering to participate in a 10 min demo during this presentation, please contact either Lucy at 907-240-1465 or Bobbi at 907-440-6405.
For more info see - WELLNESS WEDNESDAY
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- Service Area Board – Committee of the Whole and 1 other event
Service Area Board – Committee of the Whole Service Area Board – Committee of the Whole
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April 10, 2025The KPB South Kenai Peninsula Hospital Service Area Board conducts a committee of the whole worksession monthly at 5:30pm on the second Thursday of the month.
The in-person meeting is open to the public and held in the hospital conference rooms 1 & 2, at 4300 Bartlett Street, Entrance B.
To attend via Zoom, please use the link on the first page of the packet (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86958362018).
For more information email Devony Lehner dlehnerediting@gmail.com or visit the KPB website at https://www.kpb.us/local-governance-and-permitting/learn-about-service-areas/healthcare-services/skphsa?highlight=WyJzZXJ2aWNlIiwiYXJlYSJd
South Peninsula Hospital Conference Rooms 1 & 24300 Bartlett StreetHomer,Service Area Board Monthly Meeting Service Area Board Monthly Meeting
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April 10, 2025
The KPB South Kenai Peninsula Hospital Service Area Board meets monthly at 6:30pm on the second Thursday of the month.
The in-person meeting is open to the public and held in the hospital conference rooms 1 & 2, at 4300 Bartlett Street, Entrance B.
- To attend via Zoom, please us this link
- For the packet and prior meeting minutes, visit the borough’s website
- For more information contact Devony Lehner
South Peninsula Hospital Conference Rooms 1 & 24300 Bartlett StreetHomer, -
- SPARC Open Walks
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- Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period and 1 other event
Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period Megan's Place: Syringe Exchange & more Megan's Place: Syringe Exchange & more
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April 15, 2025Every first and third Tuesday from 5-7PM at the SPH Training Center at t 4014 Lake Street, Suite 101, 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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- Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period and 1 other event
Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period Wellness Wedesnesdays Wellness Wedesnesdays
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April 16, 2025Speakers: UAA Nursing Students
PSST! Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PSP) Is a Concern
Join our local UAA nursing cohort as they present on rising risks and community awareness regarding paralytic shellfish poisoning! This hard working group of students is excited to showcase this presentation as part of a special collaboration between University of New Hampshire Nursing students and UAA Nursing students.
For more info see - WELLNESS WEDNESDAY
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- Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period
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- Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period and 1 other event
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- Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period and 1 other event
Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period Wellness Wedesnesdays Wellness Wedesnesdays
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April 23, 2025Speakers: Dr. Rob Downey
Illuminating Our Psychology Via Genetic Testing with Genomind
Join Dr. Rob Downey of Seaworthy Functional Medicine as he shares about accessible options for genetic testing around mental health using the Genomind test. Many patients with anxiety and depression have exceptionally good outcomes via use of this test, which is often covered by insurance. Dr. Downey is a family practice MD and IFM Certified Practitioner and finds functional medicine endlessly fascinating for its ability to transform patient’s lives and promote radiant vitality. Come learn how the intersection between conventional and functional medicine can lead to practical everyday tools for success!
For more info see - WELLNESS WEDNESDAY
Kachemak Bay Campus - Room 202 -
- Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period
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- Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period and 1 other event
Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period Communication Disorder Support Group Communication Disorder Support Group
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April 26, 2025Join us for a Communication Disorder Support Group on the last Saturday of each month. This group offers a welcoming space for individuals with speech, voice, and communication disorders and their families to share experiences, access resources, and find encouragement to communicate in supported ways. Please contact Martie Klouser, MS, CCC-SLP at (907) 235- 0372 with questions.
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- Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period
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- Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period and 1 other event
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- Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period and 1 other event
Homer Steps Up-- Registration Period SPH Board of directors Meeting (open to the public) SPH Board of directors Meeting (open to the public)
April 30, 2025Monthly Board meetings are generally held every fourth Wednesday of the month at 5:30pm. The public is welcome to attend the meetings virtually and in person in the hospital's conference rooms (located on the lower level - please use the Bartlett Street entrance).
Click here to join Zoom meeting
Meeting ID: 878 0782 1015 Pwd: 931197
Phone Line: 669-900-9128 or 301-715-8592Meeting agendas, minutes and packets can be found here. Packets are generally posted on the Monday prior to the Board meetings.
Information on how to join the virtual meetings and make public comments can be found here: Attending Board of Directors Meetings Virtually
South Peninsula Hospital, Inc. is non-profit organization governed by an 11-member board of directors which ensures the hospital is fiscally sound while maintaining the quality of care and types of services desired by the residents in the Southern Kenai Peninsula Hospital Service Area.
The board members are appointed to three-year terms upon completing an interview process by the board's Membership Committee.
The Board welcomes and encourages community input for the direction of your hospital. Please plan to attend a meeting (public comments are welcomed at the beginning and end of the meeting), or email a message to them at sphbod@sphosp.org.
South Peninsula Hospital Conference Rooms 1 & 24300 Bartlett StreetHomer,
