News & Updates
Homer Medical Center to Host Annual Candy Exchange
Published on October 26, 2026
This year’s Great Candy Exchange will be hosted by Homer Medical Center (4136 Bartlett St) from 3:00 to 6:00 pm on Tuesday, November 3. Kids aged 10 and under are invited to bring their Halloween candy, weigh it on a big scale, and trade it in for fun prizes. During their visit, kids can also get their free flu shots, and families can learn how to access their records in VacTrAK, Alaska’s online vaccine records database.
Letter to the Community from Medical Staff
Published on October 20, 2026
We want you to know that we care. We have been with you in the past, are with you now, and will remain here for you in the years to come.
Learn how to interpret common lab results at free community event
Published on October 13, 2026
Join Dr. Giulia Tortora of Homer Medical Center for an informative session that breaks down the meaning behind common blood tests and screenings. The event is Wednesday, October 21 at 5:30pm at the Kenai Peninsula College on Pioneer Avenue in Homer. This one hour presentation is part of South Peninsula Hospital’s weekly health talks at Wellness Wednesdays.
South Peninsula Hospital hosts Online Q&A
Published on October 13, 2026
South Peninsula Hospital hosted a virtual community information session and Q&A on Tuesday, October 20, at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom. The session provided an opportunity for community members to learn more about hospital governance and operations, ask questions, and share feedback with hospital leadership.
Blood Drive, Discount Blood Tests, at Health Fair Saturday
Published on October 5, 2026
The 43rd Annual Rotary Health Fair, hosted by the Homer Kachemak Bay Rotary Club in cooperation with South Peninsula Hospital, will be Saturday, October 10 at the Homer High School from 8:00am to 1:00pm. Admission is free and open to the public. New this year, on site discount blood testing and the Blood Bank of Alaska will host a blood drive at the fair.
Cancer Care Support Group Offers Support and Connection in Homer
Published on September 24, 2026
South Peninsula Hospital and Central Peninsula Hospital are offering a Cancer Care Support Group for people affected by cancer on the southern Kenai Peninsula. The group provides a safe and welcoming space to share experiences, learn from one another, and find encouragement throughout the cancer journey. All are welcome, including current and past patients, caregivers, family members, and friends.
Affordable Blood Testing at the Rotary Health Fair
Published on September 24, 2026
Save on essential blood tests at the annual Rotary Health Fair, including cholesterol, A1C, thyroid, vitamin D, iron, PSA and more. Appointments are recommended for October 10, with results available through MyChart.
Family Care Clinic joins Homer Medical Center
Published on September 23, 2026
Cherie’ Inglis, MD and Carol Klamser, DNP, have joined the provider team at Homer Medical Center. This merging of all primary care providers in one location is essential to improve care and services for patients and to meet the changing needs of the community.
Dementia Training Comes to Homer September 21–22
Published on September 7, 2026
South Peninsula Hospital, Hospice of Homer, and Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska are partnering to bring two days of free dementia and older-adult mental health education to Homer September 21–22, made possible through the Alaska Statewide Dementia Training Project. Designed for caregivers, families, professionals, direct-care staff, and anyone in the community who wants to better understand and support older adults, these trainings offer practical tools, hands-on experiences, and greater confidence in navigating dementia, mental health, communication, caregiving, and memory concerns. With opportunities to experience what living with dementia can feel like through Dementia Live, participate in individual memory screenings, learn how to recognize and respond to mental health challenges, and build practical dementia care skills, there is something for everyone.
All are welcome, and these trainings are free to participants thanks to the Alaska Statewide Dementia Training Project.
Senior Wellness Day Returns September 17
Published on September 3, 2026
This year’s Senior Wellness Day will take place at Kachemak Bay Campus on Thursday, September 17 from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. Hosted by South Peninsula Hospital in partnership with Hospice of Homer, Independent Living Center (ILC), Public Health, Homer Senior Center, and the Center for Safe Alaskans, this program will focus on healthy aging, connection, and practical wellness tools.