News & Updates
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.
Appointments for Low-Cost Blood Tests Open September 1
Published on September 2, 2026
Appointments for the 43rd annual Rotary Health Fair’s greatly discounted blood tests open September 1 on RotaryHealthFair.com. This year, all appointments will be scheduled for the day of the Rotary Health Fair on October 10 at Homer High School.
Hospital To Participate in Emergency Preparedness Drill for Decontamination Response
Published on August 24, 2026
South Peninsula Hospital will be partnering with several local agencies to conduct an emergency preparedness drill on Friday, August 28. The purpose of the drill is to exercise the hospital and local EMS emergency response plan for decontamination.
Parking Lot Invitation to Bid; September 11 deadline
Published on August 23, 2026
South Peninsula Hospital seeks a qualified contractor for parking lot and associated site improvements on the hospital’s campus at 4300 Bartlett Street, Homer, AK.
New ENT Practice Opens with Homer and Kenai Locations
Published on August 5, 2026
South Peninsula Hospital announces the grand opening of South Peninsula Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic, which offers comprehensive ear, nose, and throat care in two peninsula locations, Homer and Kenai.
The new South Peninsula Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) providers include James Zirul, DO, Fredrick Freeman, MD and Teresa Thompson, DNP. These three providers are joining South Peninsula Hospital full-time to bring collaborative, local ENT care to the entire Kenai Peninsula. Dr. Freeman will be practicing primarily in the Homer clinic, Dr. Zirul in the Kenai clinic; and Teresa Thompson, DNP will see patients in both locations.
Hospital Hosts Community Information Session and Q&A
Published on July 24, 2026
South Peninsula Hospital hosted a virtual community information session and Q&A. Recording available here.
Farewell Celebration on July 23 for Dr. Brent Adcox, Local Orthopedic Surgeon
Published on July 13, 2026
South Peninsula Hospital invites the community to join us in celebrating Dr. Brent Adcox’s 15 years at South Peninsula Orthopedics and wish him farewell before he returns to the Lower 48. The celebration will be at Homer Seaplane Base (1310 Lake Shore Drive) from 5:00 – 8:00 pm on Thursday, July 23rd.
South Peninsula Hospital Celebrates 70th Anniversary with Community Party
Published on June 30, 2026
South Peninsula Hospital is turning 70 in July, and to celebrate, we’re hosting a celebration for the public at the SPH campus from 4:00 - 7:00 pm on Thursdaym, July 2. Community members and visitors are welcome to enjoy a free picnic dinner, listen to live music, take a tour of the hospital, browse the SPH “hall of history,” and check out some visiting emergency vehicles.
The 10K Spit Run & Cosmic Hamlet Half Marathon Returns June 27
Published on June 15, 2026
The 50th annual Annual Homer Spit Run, which consists of the 10k to the Bay, Cosmic Hamlet Half
Marathon, and the 1 Mile Youth (Kids and Family) Run, will be held on Saturday, June 27th.
Registration is open online for both timed races at KachemakBayRunningClub.org, and these races
benefit local youth running programs.