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SUMMARY:Mindfulness and Self Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Details \n1 hr 30 min \nEvent by Sunshine Community Health Center \nPrice: Free \nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook\nSunshine Community Health Center’s Kirsten Strolle\, LMSW is offering an online workshop about Mindfulness and Self-Compassion. \nMindfulness is a skill that allows a person to notice and accept their own complex thoughts and feelings with openness and curiosity\, including difficult emotions like anger\, sadness\, frustration\, self-doubt\, etc. Mindfulness is one of the first steps in emotional healing. \nSelf-compassion involves responding to these complex thoughts and feelings with kindness\, empathy\, and understanding\, making it possible for people to comfort themselves when they are hurting. Research shows that self-compassion greatly enhances emotional well-being. It reduces anxiety and depression\, boosts happiness\, and can even give people a boost when maintaining healthy lifestyle habits like diet and exercise. Other benefits include increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. \nThis workshop will contain meditations\, cover different topics to enhance mindfulness and self-compassion\, discussions\, and practice exercises. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop to deepen and strengthen the mindfulness practices and to increase self-compassion. \nWhen: Tuesdays\, October 19th – December 7th \nWhere: Zoom at home or virtually at your local clinic \nPotential Benefits: Increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. \nWhat to Expect: This is an experiential workshop with meditations\, activities\, and discussion. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop. \nNew Patients: If you are new to the Sunshine Community Health Center\, you will need to complete new patient paperwork. A person from the clinic will call you to help you with this process or you can go to your local clinic and fill out paperwork. This is an essential part of enrollment. \nCost: Insurance will be billed and there are no co-pays. We do not want finances to be a barrier. For those without insurance\, we offer a sliding fee scale based on income and the number of people in your family. \nSign up below or call Tanya Olson at 376-2273 extension 2661. Participants will be contacted by staff to confirm enrollment and for an intake questionnaire. \nWorkshops are on Tuesdays beginning October 19th online via Zoom.\n— Time will be announced based on the majority of the responses. —\nWhen registering\, please choose the time slots that will work for you below: \n9:00 – 10:30 AM\n3:30 – 5:00 PM\n5:30 – 7:00 PM \nRegister Here:\nhttps://www.sunshineclinic.org/…/mindful-self…/
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mindfulness-and-self-compassion-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062059
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SUMMARY:Free Scholarship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Free virtual scholarship information session for Mat-Su residents looking to pursue a degree or training program in the health & human service fields.  \nPlease register at: https://www.healthymatsu.org/news-happenings/healthcareerevents
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-scholarship-information-session-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211028T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211028T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062059
CREATED:20210902T012209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001446Z
UID:10008342-1635422400-1635426000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:I am a family caregiver of a veteran; how can the VA help support?
DESCRIPTION:I am a family caregiver of a veteran; how can the VA help support me? – October 28\, 2021 from 12PM to 1PM \nAlaska VA Caregiver Support Program (CSP)\n– What is this program and how can veterans and their families access it? Also\, learn about the new general support services program for caregivers of Veterans that focuses on skills development\, education\, and peer support. Registration link: https://aarp.cvent.com/OCT282021
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/i-am-a-family-caregiver-of-a-veteran-how-can-the-va-help-support/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062059
CREATED:20211026T182209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173727Z
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SUMMARY:Free COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines @ Trapper Creek
DESCRIPTION:Location: Trapper Creek Elementary School\n6742 Petersville Rd E\, Talkeetna\, AK 99676\, USA \nWalk-ins Welcome! Flu shots for ages 6 monthsand up; High Dose Flu shots for ages 65 & up; Janssen ages 18 & up; Moderna doses; ages 18 & up; Pfizer doses &boosters; ages 12 & up \nSchedule an appointment online at COVIDVAX.ALASKA.GOV or contact the Vaccine Helplinetoll-free at 1-833-482-9546 for assistance or Mat-Su Public Health Center at 907-352-6600. \nBrought to you by Mat-Su PHC\, the Mat-Su Borough\, the Mat-Su School District\, and Sunshine Community Health Centers
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-covid-19-and-flu-vaccines-trapper-creek/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211030T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211030T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062059
CREATED:20210930T202202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173825Z
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SUMMARY:Halloween Hollow
DESCRIPTION:Halloween Hollow is a fundraiser for Mat-Su Special Santa\, this trick-or-treat event now in its 19th year\, is fun for the whole family! With over 30 booths to collect candy and play games; this event offers a warm\, and safe place to take the kids trick-or-treating! Admission is $6 a person\, or 1 new toy\, kids 2 and under are free. Online tickets are available for purchase starting on October 1st on our website and Facebook page. Cash and card will also be accepted at the door.  \nLocation: State Fair Grounds – Raven Hall – 2075 Glenn Hwy\, Palmer AK 99645  \nFor questions contact:\nKatrina Holder\nEmail: matsu_santa@yahoo.com\nPhone: (907) 354-7786
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/halloween-hollow/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211101T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211101T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062059
CREATED:20211021T182204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173825Z
UID:10008424-1635769800-1635789600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:2021 AFS Special Santa
DESCRIPTION:Mat-Su Special Santa Program 2021  \nGift pick up location: 4721 E. Bogard Road Wasilla  \nPick up dates: Thursday\, December 9th-Wednesday\, December 22nd  \nCan enroll in the program over the phone by contacting Connect Mat-Su at 907-373-2628 until Thursday\, December 16th.  \nLate applications must be turned in\, in person at: Mat-Su Special Santa Workshop\n4721 E Bogard Rd Wasilla\, AK 99654
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2021-afs-special-santa/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211102T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211102T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062059
CREATED:20210827T012209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T175303Z
UID:10008332-1635870600-1635876000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mindfulness and Self Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Details \n1 hr 30 min \nEvent by Sunshine Community Health Center \nPrice: Free \nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook\nSunshine Community Health Center’s Kirsten Strolle\, LMSW is offering an online workshop about Mindfulness and Self-Compassion. \nMindfulness is a skill that allows a person to notice and accept their own complex thoughts and feelings with openness and curiosity\, including difficult emotions like anger\, sadness\, frustration\, self-doubt\, etc. Mindfulness is one of the first steps in emotional healing. \nSelf-compassion involves responding to these complex thoughts and feelings with kindness\, empathy\, and understanding\, making it possible for people to comfort themselves when they are hurting. Research shows that self-compassion greatly enhances emotional well-being. It reduces anxiety and depression\, boosts happiness\, and can even give people a boost when maintaining healthy lifestyle habits like diet and exercise. Other benefits include increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. \nThis workshop will contain meditations\, cover different topics to enhance mindfulness and self-compassion\, discussions\, and practice exercises. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop to deepen and strengthen the mindfulness practices and to increase self-compassion. \nWhen: Tuesdays\, October 19th – December 7th \nWhere: Zoom at home or virtually at your local clinic \nPotential Benefits: Increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. \nWhat to Expect: This is an experiential workshop with meditations\, activities\, and discussion. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop. \nNew Patients: If you are new to the Sunshine Community Health Center\, you will need to complete new patient paperwork. A person from the clinic will call you to help you with this process or you can go to your local clinic and fill out paperwork. This is an essential part of enrollment. \nCost: Insurance will be billed and there are no co-pays. We do not want finances to be a barrier. For those without insurance\, we offer a sliding fee scale based on income and the number of people in your family. \nSign up below or call Tanya Olson at 376-2273 extension 2661. Participants will be contacted by staff to confirm enrollment and for an intake questionnaire. \nWorkshops are on Tuesdays beginning October 19th online via Zoom.\n— Time will be announced based on the majority of the responses. —\nWhen registering\, please choose the time slots that will work for you below: \n9:00 – 10:30 AM\n3:30 – 5:00 PM\n5:30 – 7:00 PM \nRegister Here:\nhttps://www.sunshineclinic.org/…/mindful-self…/
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mindfulness-and-self-compassion-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211104T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211104T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062059
CREATED:20211026T192203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173727Z
UID:10008426-1636039800-1636048800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Free COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine @ Willow Elementary School
DESCRIPTION:Location: Willow Elementary School\, 31706 Parks Hwy\, Willow\, AK 99688\, USA \nWalk-ins welcome! \nFlu shots; ages 6 months and up \nHigh Dose Flu; 65 years and up \nJanssen doses; ages 18 & up \nModerna doses\, ages 18 & up \nPfizer doses; ages 12 & up \nSchedule your appointment online at COVIDVAX.ALASKA.GOV or contact the Vaccine Helpline toll-free at 1-833-482-9546 for assistance or Mat-Su Public Health Center at 907-352-6600.  \nBrought to you by Mat-Su PHC\, the Mat-Su Borough\, the Mat-Su School District\, and Sunshine Community Health Centers.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-covid-19-and-flu-vaccine-willow-elementary-school/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062059
CREATED:20211026T192204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173727Z
UID:10008427-1636113600-1636124400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Free COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine @ Susitna Valley High
DESCRIPTION:Location: Susitna Valley High School\, 42748 S Parks Hwy\, Talkeetna\, AK 99676\, USA \nWalk-ins welcome! \nFlu shots; ages 6 months and up \nHigh Dose Flu; 65 years and up \nJanssen doses; ages 18 & up \nModerna doses\, ages 18 & up \nPfizer doses; ages 12 & up \nSchedule your appointment online at COVIDVAX.ALASKA.GOV or contact the Vaccine Helpline toll-free at 1-833-482-9546 for assistance or Mat-Su Public Health Center at 907-352-6600.  \nBrought to you by Mat-Su PHC\, the Mat-Su Borough\, the Mat-Su School District\, and Sunshine Community Health Centers.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-covid-19-and-flu-vaccine-susitna-valley-high/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211106T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062059
CREATED:20210730T002214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T185540Z
UID:10008243-1636185600-1636200000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Talkeetna Community Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:Blood Draws by Appointment \nLocation: Upper Susitna Senior Center\, 16463 E Helena Dr\, Talkeetna\, AK 99676 \nAlaska Health Fair is a nonprofit organization serving Alaskans since 1980. We are considered an essential service by the State of Alaska. We have a state-reviewed and approved COVID19 mitigation plan in place to ensure the safety of our clients\, volunteers and staff. We offer blood draws by appointment to facilitate social distancing and other protocols. \nFree blood pressure screenings\, health education\, and a limited quantity of free blood tests courtesy of the Mat-Su Health Foundation and Sunshine Clinic.  \nTo schedule an appointment online: https://calendly.com/anchorage-office/talkeetna-community-health-fair?month=2021-08
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/affordable-blood-tests-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062059
CREATED:20211009T002219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173802Z
UID:10008377-1636452000-1636455600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Free Scholarship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Free virtual scholarship information session for Mat-Su residents looking to pursue a degree or training program in the health & human service fields.  \nPlease register at: https://www.healthymatsu.org/news-happenings/healthcareerevents
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-scholarship-information-session-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211109T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062059
CREATED:20210902T012210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001446Z
UID:10008343-1636473600-1636477200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:What assisted living homes and nursing homes does the VA help pay for?
DESCRIPTION:What assisted living homes and nursing homes does the VA help pay for? – November 9\, 2021 from 4PM to 5PM \nDo you know a veteran who is no longer able to stay in their home and is looking at assisted living or nursing home placements? Learn about what nursing homes and assisted living homes the VA helps pay for and how to apply for these services.  Registration link: https://aarp.cvent.com/NOV92021VETS
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/what-assisted-living-homes-and-nursing-homes-does-the-va-help-pay-for/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211109T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211109T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20210827T012210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T175303Z
UID:10008333-1636475400-1636480800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mindfulness and Self Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Details \n1 hr 30 min \nEvent by Sunshine Community Health Center \nPrice: Free \nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook\nSunshine Community Health Center’s Kirsten Strolle\, LMSW is offering an online workshop about Mindfulness and Self-Compassion. \nMindfulness is a skill that allows a person to notice and accept their own complex thoughts and feelings with openness and curiosity\, including difficult emotions like anger\, sadness\, frustration\, self-doubt\, etc. Mindfulness is one of the first steps in emotional healing. \nSelf-compassion involves responding to these complex thoughts and feelings with kindness\, empathy\, and understanding\, making it possible for people to comfort themselves when they are hurting. Research shows that self-compassion greatly enhances emotional well-being. It reduces anxiety and depression\, boosts happiness\, and can even give people a boost when maintaining healthy lifestyle habits like diet and exercise. Other benefits include increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. \nThis workshop will contain meditations\, cover different topics to enhance mindfulness and self-compassion\, discussions\, and practice exercises. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop to deepen and strengthen the mindfulness practices and to increase self-compassion. \nWhen: Tuesdays\, October 19th – December 7th \nWhere: Zoom at home or virtually at your local clinic \nPotential Benefits: Increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. \nWhat to Expect: This is an experiential workshop with meditations\, activities\, and discussion. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop. \nNew Patients: If you are new to the Sunshine Community Health Center\, you will need to complete new patient paperwork. A person from the clinic will call you to help you with this process or you can go to your local clinic and fill out paperwork. This is an essential part of enrollment. \nCost: Insurance will be billed and there are no co-pays. We do not want finances to be a barrier. For those without insurance\, we offer a sliding fee scale based on income and the number of people in your family. \nSign up below or call Tanya Olson at 376-2273 extension 2661. Participants will be contacted by staff to confirm enrollment and for an intake questionnaire. \nWorkshops are on Tuesdays beginning October 19th online via Zoom.\n— Time will be announced based on the majority of the responses. —\nWhen registering\, please choose the time slots that will work for you below: \n9:00 – 10:30 AM\n3:30 – 5:00 PM\n5:30 – 7:00 PM \nRegister Here:\nhttps://www.sunshineclinic.org/…/mindful-self…/
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mindfulness-and-self-compassion-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211109T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20211009T002218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173803Z
UID:10008369-1636480800-1636484400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Free Scholarship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Free virtual scholarship information session for Mat-Su residents looking to pursue a degree or training program in the health & human service fields.  \nPlease register at: https://www.healthymatsu.org/news-happenings/healthcareerevents
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-scholarship-information-session-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20211012T232211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173732Z
UID:10008388-1636538400-1636545600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Training: Stewards of Children®
DESCRIPTION:What is Stewards of Children ®?\nStewards of Children® is a prevention training that teaches adults how to prevent\, recognize\, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. The program is designed for organizations that serve youth and for individuals concerned about the safety of children. It is the only nationally distributed\, evidence-informed program proven to increase knowledge\, improve attitudes\, and change child protective behaviors.\nImportant Information:\n– MASKS REQUIRED\n– There is no need to official register for this event.\n– No childcare offered on-site.\n– This training is good for 2 contact hours of continuing education for social workers\, nurses and foster parents.\nContact for more information:\nTelsche Overby\ntelscheoverby@gmail.com
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/child-sexual-abuse-prevention-training-stewards-of-children-5/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20211110T012203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173727Z
UID:10008433-1636538400-1636560000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Free FLU & COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic- Menard Center Wasilla
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, November 10th\nTime: 10am-4pm Walk-ins Welcome\nLocation: Menard Center\n1001 S Clapp St\, Wasilla\, AK 99654\nVaccine: Flu shots; ages 6 months and up\nHigh Dose Flu; 65 years and up\nJanssen; ages 18 & up\nModerna doses\, ages 18 & up \nSchedule your appointment online at\nCOVIDVAX.ALASKA.GOV or contact\nthe Vaccine Helpline toll-free at\n1-833-482-9546 for assistance.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-flu-covid-19-vaccine-clinic-menard-center-wasilla/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20211013T002205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173732Z
UID:10008390-1636545600-1636549200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Prevention Training: Talking with Children about Safety from Sexual Abuse®
DESCRIPTION:Sexual trafficking\, also known as the commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC)\, is any sexual activity involving a child for which something of value is given or promised. Building on the education provided in Stewards of Children®\, Darkness to Light’s evidence-based training on preventing\, recognizing\, and reacting responsibly to child sexual abuse\, this training teaches you about the root cause of commercial sexual exploitation and why preventing sexual abuse is important to reducing the risk of children being sexually exploited. It is highly recommended that participants complete Stewards of Children® prior to taking the course. \nWHAT ARE THE OUTCOMES?\nDuring the training\, you will hear compelling stories from experts and survivors about the commercial sexual exploitation of children.\nYou will also:\n– learn what child exploitation is and what circumstances make children vulnerable.\n– learn about the root causes of commercial sexual exploitation directly from survivors.\n– understand how preventing child sexual abuse reduces the risk for children being commercially sexually exploited.\n– hear about actions adults can take to prevent child exploitation. \nIMPORTANT INFORMATION:\n– MASKS REQUIRED\n– There is no need to officially register for this event.\n– No childcare offered on-site.\n– This training is good for 1 contact hour of continuing education for social workers\, nurses and foster parents. \nContact for more information:\nTelsche Overby\ntelscheoverby@gmail.com
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/prevention-training-child-exploitation-commercial-sexual-exploitation-of-chil-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211112T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211112T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20210623T222215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001442Z
UID:10008193-1636723800-1636731000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Alaska's Survivor Outreach Meet Up @ Art Cafe
DESCRIPTION:SOS offers you access to support\, information\, and services\, closest to where you live\, when you need it and for as long as you need it.\nCourtney Waggoner 907-384-0272\nRebecca Tuller 907-691-4894 See Less\nOur Fallen Soldiers have paid the ultimate sacrifice. Their Families deserve our respect\, gratitude\, and the very best we can provide. If you’re a surviving Family member\, Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) offers you access to support\, information\, and services\, closest to where you live\, when you need it and for as long as you need it.\nSurvivor Outreach Services is part of the Army Casualty Continuum of Care. It’s designed to provide long-term support to surviving Families of Fallen Soldiers. Our goal is to reassure Survivors that they remain valued members of the Army Family.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/alaskas-survivor-outreach-meet-up-art-cafe-6/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211116T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211116T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20210827T012212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T175303Z
UID:10008334-1637080200-1637085600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mindfulness and Self Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Details \n1 hr 30 min \nEvent by Sunshine Community Health Center \nPrice: Free \nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook\nSunshine Community Health Center’s Kirsten Strolle\, LMSW is offering an online workshop about Mindfulness and Self-Compassion. \nMindfulness is a skill that allows a person to notice and accept their own complex thoughts and feelings with openness and curiosity\, including difficult emotions like anger\, sadness\, frustration\, self-doubt\, etc. Mindfulness is one of the first steps in emotional healing. \nSelf-compassion involves responding to these complex thoughts and feelings with kindness\, empathy\, and understanding\, making it possible for people to comfort themselves when they are hurting. Research shows that self-compassion greatly enhances emotional well-being. It reduces anxiety and depression\, boosts happiness\, and can even give people a boost when maintaining healthy lifestyle habits like diet and exercise. Other benefits include increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. \nThis workshop will contain meditations\, cover different topics to enhance mindfulness and self-compassion\, discussions\, and practice exercises. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop to deepen and strengthen the mindfulness practices and to increase self-compassion. \nWhen: Tuesdays\, October 19th – December 7th \nWhere: Zoom at home or virtually at your local clinic \nPotential Benefits: Increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. \nWhat to Expect: This is an experiential workshop with meditations\, activities\, and discussion. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop. \nNew Patients: If you are new to the Sunshine Community Health Center\, you will need to complete new patient paperwork. A person from the clinic will call you to help you with this process or you can go to your local clinic and fill out paperwork. This is an essential part of enrollment. \nCost: Insurance will be billed and there are no co-pays. We do not want finances to be a barrier. For those without insurance\, we offer a sliding fee scale based on income and the number of people in your family. \nSign up below or call Tanya Olson at 376-2273 extension 2661. Participants will be contacted by staff to confirm enrollment and for an intake questionnaire. \nWorkshops are on Tuesdays beginning October 19th online via Zoom.\n— Time will be announced based on the majority of the responses. —\nWhen registering\, please choose the time slots that will work for you below: \n9:00 – 10:30 AM\n3:30 – 5:00 PM\n5:30 – 7:00 PM \nRegister Here:\nhttps://www.sunshineclinic.org/…/mindful-self…/
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mindfulness-and-self-compassion-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20211112T202203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173732Z
UID:10008436-1637143200-1637150400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Training: Stewards of Children®
DESCRIPTION:What is Stewards of Children ®?\nStewards of Children® is a prevention training that teaches adults how to prevent\, recognize\, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. The program is designed for organizations that serve youth and for individuals concerned about the safety of children. It is the only nationally distributed\, evidence-informed program proven to increase knowledge\, improve attitudes\, and change child protective behaviors.\nImportant Information:\n– MASKS REQUIRED\n– There is no need to official register for this event.\n– No childcare offered on-site.\n– This training is good for 2 contact hours of continuing education for social workers\, nurses and foster parents.\nContact for more information:\nTelsche Overby\ntelscheoverby@gmail.com
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/child-sexual-abuse-prevention-training-stewards-of-children-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20211012T232211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173732Z
UID:10008387-1637150400-1637154000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Prevention Training: Child Exploitation – Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Chil
DESCRIPTION:Sexual trafficking\, also known as the commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC)\, is any sexual activity involving a child for which something of value is given or promised. Building on the education provided in Stewards of Children®\, Darkness to Light’s evidence-based training on preventing\, recognizing\, and reacting responsibly to child sexual abuse\, this training teaches you about the root cause of commercial sexual exploitation and why preventing sexual abuse is important to reducing the risk of children being sexually exploited. It is highly recommended that participants complete Stewards of Children® prior to taking the course. \nWHAT ARE THE OUTCOMES?\nDuring the training\, you will hear compelling stories from experts and survivors about the commercial sexual exploitation of children.\nYou will also:\n– learn what child exploitation is and what circumstances make children vulnerable.\n– learn about the root causes of commercial sexual exploitation directly from survivors.\n– understand how preventing child sexual abuse reduces the risk for children being commercially sexually exploited.\n– hear about actions adults can take to prevent child exploitation. \nIMPORTANT INFORMATION:\n– MASKS REQUIRED\n– There is no need to officially register for this event.\n– No childcare offered on-site.\n– This training is good for 1 contact hour of continuing education for social workers\, nurses and foster parents. \nContact for more information:\nTelsche Overby\ntelscheoverby@gmail.com \nPOC: Lindsay Prunella\nR.O.C.K Mat-Su Ops Mgr\nlprunella@rockmatsu.org
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/prevention-training-child-exploitation-commercial-sexual-exploitation-of-chil-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211118T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211118T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20211012T232211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173732Z
UID:10008389-1637235000-1637238600@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Book Club: Into the Magic Shop (Online & In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:R.O.C.K. Mat-Su is hosting a book club. We are currently planning to host these in a hybrid format so that folks can participate both virtually and in-person. \nWe will meet 2x over the course of 4 weeks to connect and discuss the featured book. Each meeting will focus on a portion of the book\, however it is just fine if you have not read up to the point featured for that discussion. It is also just fine if you read ahead. The goal is to come together and connect over the book. \nFEATURED BOOK:\nInto the Magic Shop: A Neurosurgeon’s Quest to Discover the Mysteries of the Brain and the Secrets of the Heart\nby James R. Doty MD \nBOOK CLUB SCHEDULE:\nDiscussion 1 | Oct 22 | Chap. 1 -5\nDiscussion 2 | Nov 18 | Chap 6 – End \nBOOK LENDING OPTIONS:\nR.O.C.K. Mat-Su:\nWe have a limited number of books available to lend out to Mat-Su community members.\nBook RQST Form: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSfgzPllKRX…/viewform…\nOTHER OPTIONS:\nMat-Su Borough Libraries\nAlaska Digital Library\nScribd \nZOOM MEETING INFORMATION\nMeeting ID: 878 4042 4059\nPasscode: ROCK\nLINK: https://matsuk12-us.zoom.us/j/87840424059…\nOne tap mobile: +12532158782\,\,87840424059#\,\,\,\,*335814# US (Tacoma) \nPOC Lindsay Prunella\nR.O.C.K. Mat- SU Ops Mgr. lprunella@rockmatsu.org.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/book-club-into-the-magic-shop-online-in-person-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20211109T022207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173906Z
UID:10008432-1637319600-1637341200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:ACA Health Insurance Enrollment
DESCRIPTION:Affordable Care Act Health Insurance \nOPEN ENROLLMENT: NOV 1 – JAN 15\, 2022 \nA United Way Healthcare Navigator can help you: \nApply for ACA health insurance \nExplore coverage options \nIdentify new cost savings you may qualify for \nWHERE: Mat-Su Health Foundation Building\n777 N Crusey Street\, Wasilla\nIn the Prevention Room\nWHEN: 11:00am-5:00pm\nNov 4th\, 5th\,12th\, 19th\nDec 2nd\, 3rd\, 9th\, 10th \nNo appointment is required.  \nHave questions? Need help enrolling in coverage?\nFree local help is available.\nCall 2-1-1 1-800-478-2221\nor text GETCOVEREDAK to 898-211
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/aca-health-insurance-enrollment-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20211112T175048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001440Z
UID:10008435-1637326800-1637330400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:AK Payee Services Budget Class
DESCRIPTION:Building a Budget\nLearning to live within your means. We will help you create a monthly budget based on income and expenses you have. Designed to help you not overspend and to keep focused on your financials goals.\nCall or email today to get a seat in the class.\n907-357-3900  office@akpayeeservices.org \nPlease bring a notebook and pencil. Class will start promptly at 1pm.\nLocation: 701 E Parks Hwy\, Suite 206 Wasilla\, AK 99654
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/ak-payee-services-budget-class/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20211115T185323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173857Z
UID:10008437-1637398800-1637424000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Strengthening Families™ Alaska Virtual Training
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Families™ Alaska Virtual Training on November 20\, 2021; 9:00 am to 4:00 pm \nStrengthening Families™ is a researched-informed\, strength-based approach focused on engaging families\, programs\, and communities in building five protective factors that help families succeed and thrive\, even in the face of risk and challenges: parental resilience\, social connections\, concrete support in times of need\, knowledge of parenting and child development\, and social and emotional competence of children. The overarching goal is the promotion of child and family well-being. \nIt is free to participate. Attendance is required on both days to received a certificate of completion.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/strengthening-families-alaska-virtual-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20211111T202206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173837Z
UID:10008434-1637402400-1637424000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:2021 Thanksgiving Blessing
DESCRIPTION:Do you need assistance providing a Thanksgiving meal for your family? \nThe Mat-Su Valley faith community\, Food Bank of Alaska\, and thousands of volunteers are here to help provide families in need with a turkey and all\nthe fixings. \nMAT-SU VALLEY: November 20\, 2021\n10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Walk-Through Model \nFaith Bible Fellowship\, 14159 West Hollywood Rd.\, Big Lake\, 907-892-8545\n(99623\, 99629\, 99652\, 99654\, 99694) \nReal Life Church\, 10697 E. Palmer-Wasilla Highway\, Palmer\, 907-745-5673\n(99645\, 99654\, 99674) Sponsored by Salvation Army ̶ Mat-Su \nWasilla Bible Church\, 1651 W. Nicola Avenue\, Wasilla\, 907-376-2176\n(99623\, 99629\, 99654\, 99687) \n10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Drive-Through Distribution \nChurch on the Rock\, Mile 99 Parks Highway\, Talkeetna\, 907-733-3358\n(99676\, 99667\, 99683\, 99688) Sponsored by Upper Susitna Food Pantry \nWillow United Methodist Church\, Mile 67.5 Parks Hwy.\, Willow\,\n907-414-7555 (99688\, 99694) \nDRIVE-THRU DISTRIBUTION:\nHave space available for us to place the box of food.\nBring proof of zip code; you may only attend one site. \nMasks Highly Encouraged
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2021-thanksgiving-blessing/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211123T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20211009T002219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173802Z
UID:10008375-1637661600-1637665200@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Free Scholarship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Free virtual scholarship information session for Mat-Su residents looking to pursue a degree or training program in the health & human service fields.  \nPlease register at: https://www.healthymatsu.org/news-happenings/healthcareerevents
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-scholarship-information-session-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211123T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211123T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20210827T012205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T155453Z
UID:10008330-1637685000-1637690400@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Mindfulness and Self Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Details \n1 hr 30 min \nEvent by Sunshine Community Health Center \nPrice: Free \nPublic  · Anyone on or off Facebook\nSunshine Community Health Center’s Kirsten Strolle\, LMSW is offering an online workshop about Mindfulness and Self-Compassion. \nMindfulness is a skill that allows a person to notice and accept their own complex thoughts and feelings with openness and curiosity\, including difficult emotions like anger\, sadness\, frustration\, self-doubt\, etc. Mindfulness is one of the first steps in emotional healing. \nSelf-compassion involves responding to these complex thoughts and feelings with kindness\, empathy\, and understanding\, making it possible for people to comfort themselves when they are hurting. Research shows that self-compassion greatly enhances emotional well-being. It reduces anxiety and depression\, boosts happiness\, and can even give people a boost when maintaining healthy lifestyle habits like diet and exercise. Other benefits include increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. \nThis workshop will contain meditations\, cover different topics to enhance mindfulness and self-compassion\, discussions\, and practice exercises. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop to deepen and strengthen the mindfulness practices and to increase self-compassion. \nWhen: Tuesdays\, October 19th – December 7th \nWhere: Zoom at home or virtually at your local clinic \nPotential Benefits: Increasing motivation\, boosting happiness\, enhancing self-worth\, and increasing resilience during life’s challenges. \nWhat to Expect: This is an experiential workshop with meditations\, activities\, and discussion. There are about thirty minutes a day of home practice during the workshop. \nNew Patients: If you are new to the Sunshine Community Health Center\, you will need to complete new patient paperwork. A person from the clinic will call you to help you with this process or you can go to your local clinic and fill out paperwork. This is an essential part of enrollment. \nCost: Insurance will be billed and there are no co-pays. We do not want finances to be a barrier. For those without insurance\, we offer a sliding fee scale based on income and the number of people in your family. \nSign up below or call Tanya Olson at 376-2273 extension 2661. Participants will be contacted by staff to confirm enrollment and for an intake questionnaire. \nWorkshops are on Tuesdays beginning October 19th online via Zoom.\n— Time will be announced based on the majority of the responses. —\nWhen registering\, please choose the time slots that will work for you below: \n9:00 – 10:30 AM\n3:30 – 5:00 PM\n5:30 – 7:00 PM \nRegister Here:\nhttps://www.sunshineclinic.org/…/mindful-self…/
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/mindfulness-and-self-compassion-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211123T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211123T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20211009T002215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173803Z
UID:10008366-1637690400-1637694000@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:Free Scholarship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Free virtual scholarship information session for Mat-Su residents looking to pursue a degree or training program in the health & human service fields.  \nPlease register at: https://www.healthymatsu.org/news-happenings/healthcareerevents
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/free-scholarship-information-session-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211125T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20211125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T062100
CREATED:20211123T212207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173847Z
UID:10008444-1637838000-1637848800@www.connectmatsu.org
SUMMARY:2021 Thanksgiving Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Free Thanksgiving Meal on Thanksgiving Day at The Menard Center 1001 S. Clapp Street Wasilla\, AK 99654.   \nHosted by Frontline Mission.
URL:https://www.connectmatsu.org/event/2021-thanksgiving-dinner/
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