Community comes together to address opioid epidemic
In all three MAPP led Community Health Needs Assessments (2008, 2012 & 2015) “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 […]
MAPP Community Meeting: June 16th
It takes all of us in order to build a more connected and resilient community! This gathering will be focused on action and engagement. Come learn about the Resilience Coalition’s recently finalized “Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) & Resilience Communications Plan” and community involvement in its implementation. Bring input on how you or your organization are […]
Responding to Opioid Addiction in our Community
Substance Abuse and Addiction Discussed at Community Forum Wednesday, May 31, 5:30-8:30pm, Homer High School Commons Alaska Governor Bill Walker has declared a public health crisis in order to combat the state’s opioid epidemic. Substance misuse and addiction are negatively affecting individuals, families and businesses on the Southern Kenai Peninsula, and prescription and non-prescription drugs […]
Crime rate one indicator of resilient community
[Posted in the Homer News on 3.09.17] In a small town, people tend to wear many different hats. I am no different. Though I am on the MAPP steering committee, I also coach debate at the high school and work for Homer Soil and Water. I like to geek out on brain science and social […]
Resolve to connect with others more
[Posted in the Homer News on 1.04.17] Tis the season of resolutions. I always hate to see how people start off with such positivity and idealism, plan to be stronger and healthier, and so often end up with that horrible stain of failure and resignation. Every year people fail to stop smoking. Fail to do […]