FREE NARCAN TRAINING w/ Sunrise Recovery (in-person and zoom)
Hands-on naloxone (Narcan) training teaching overdose recognition, rescue response, and intranasal administration; free quarterly sessions with hybrid in-person and Zoom options for community harm-reduction readiness.
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Hands-on Naloxone (Narcan) demonstration and harm-reduction basics for overdose prevention, free monthly training with in-person and Zoom options, hosted and taught by Sunrise Recovery and AmeriHealth Caritas.

Hands-on Naloxone (Narcan) demonstration and harm-reduction basics for overdose prevention, free monthly training with in-person and Zoom options, hosted and taught by Sunrise Recovery and AmeriHealth Caritas.
Hands-on Naloxone (Narcan) demonstration and harm-reduction basics for overdose prevention, free monthly training with in-person and Zoom options, hosted and taught by Sunrise Recovery and AmeriHealth Caritas.
Hands-on naloxone (NARCAN) training covering overdose recognition, rescue breaths, and intranasal naloxone administration; free monthly session available in-person and via Zoom for community members and caregivers.
Hands-on naloxone (NARCAN) training covering overdose recognition, rescue breaths, and intranasal naloxone administration; free monthly session available in-person and via Zoom for community members and caregivers.
Hands-on naloxone (NARCAN) training covering overdose recognition, rescue breaths, and intranasal naloxone administration; free monthly session available in-person and via Zoom for community members and caregivers.

Peer led caregiver support group at AmeriHealth Caritas NC Wellness and Opportunity Center focused on shared experiences, emotional resilience, and practical coping strategies to inspire healing, hope, and community connection on the recovery journey.

Peer led caregiver support group at AmeriHealth Caritas NC Wellness and Opportunity Center focused on shared experiences, emotional resilience, and practical coping strategies to inspire healing, hope, and community connection on the recovery journey.
Peer led caregiver support group at AmeriHealth Caritas NC Wellness and Opportunity Center focused on shared experiences, emotional resilience, and practical coping strategies to inspire healing, hope, and community connection on the recovery journey.
Gentle community yoga with guided breathwork and short mindfulness practices led by a local instructor; free, drop-in, beginner-friendly one-hour session focusing on breath and movement.
Gentle community yoga with guided breathwork and short mindfulness practices led by a local instructor; free, drop-in, beginner-friendly one-hour session focusing on breath and movement.
Gentle community yoga with guided breathwork and short mindfulness practices led by a local instructor; free, drop-in, beginner-friendly one-hour session focusing on breath and movement.

Accessible hour of gentle yoga, guided meditation, and mindfulness led by a local instructor; free, beginner-friendly and drop-in oriented, ideal for stress relief and breath-centered movement.

Accessible hour of gentle yoga, guided meditation, and mindfulness led by a local instructor; free, beginner-friendly and drop-in oriented, ideal for stress relief and breath-centered movement.
Accessible hour of gentle yoga, guided meditation, and mindfulness led by a local instructor; free, beginner-friendly and drop-in oriented, ideal for stress relief and breath-centered movement.
Spanish conversation circles led by a native speaker for high intermediate and advanced speakers, focusing on cultural topics and social fluency practice; casual, free meetups emphasize immersive dialogue and peer networking.
Spanish conversation circles led by a native speaker for high intermediate and advanced speakers, focusing on cultural topics and social fluency practice; casual, free meetups emphasize immersive dialogue and peer networking.
Spanish conversation circles led by a native speaker for high intermediate and advanced speakers, focusing on cultural topics and social fluency practice; casual, free meetups emphasize immersive dialogue and peer networking.

One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.

One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
Hour long free yoga class focusing on heart opening poses and guided breathwork, blending gentle flow and pranayama for emotional opening and improved chest mobility; accessible pace ideal for all levels seeking community wellness.
Hour long free yoga class focusing on heart opening poses and guided breathwork, blending gentle flow and pranayama for emotional opening and improved chest mobility; accessible pace ideal for all levels seeking community wellness.
Hour long free yoga class focusing on heart opening poses and guided breathwork, blending gentle flow and pranayama for emotional opening and improved chest mobility; accessible pace ideal for all levels seeking community wellness.
Hands-on workshop teaching issue mapping techniques to clarify policy priorities and craft clear asks for elected officials, paired with casual coffee and bagel networking in a community-focused wellness center setting.
Hands-on workshop teaching issue mapping techniques to clarify policy priorities and craft clear asks for elected officials, paired with casual coffee and bagel networking in a community-focused wellness center setting.
Hands-on workshop teaching issue mapping techniques to clarify policy priorities and craft clear asks for elected officials, paired with casual coffee and bagel networking in a community-focused wellness center setting.

Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.

Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.
Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.

Gentle breath work, guided meditation, and meditative movement combine with peer led discussion and supportive practices to cultivate grounding, resilience, and practical tools for navigating uncertainty and emotional stress.

Gentle breath work, guided meditation, and meditative movement combine with peer led discussion and supportive practices to cultivate grounding, resilience, and practical tools for navigating uncertainty and emotional stress.
Gentle breath work, guided meditation, and meditative movement combine with peer led discussion and supportive practices to cultivate grounding, resilience, and practical tools for navigating uncertainty and emotional stress.

Casual free afternoon mixer for local small-business owners and professionals to connect, collaborate, and generate referrals; recurring monthly at AmeriHealth Caritas Wellness & Opportunity Center with about 35–50 attendees and no membership required.

Casual free afternoon mixer for local small-business owners and professionals to connect, collaborate, and generate referrals; recurring monthly at AmeriHealth Caritas Wellness & Opportunity Center with about 35–50 attendees and no membership required.
Casual free afternoon mixer for local small-business owners and professionals to connect, collaborate, and generate referrals; recurring monthly at AmeriHealth Caritas Wellness & Opportunity Center with about 35–50 attendees and no membership required.
Evening of community artmaking and peer mental health support paired with soul soothing soup at a neighborhood wellness center, where compassionate facilitators guide creative expression and group connection in a cozy setting.
Evening of community artmaking and peer mental health support paired with soul soothing soup at a neighborhood wellness center, where compassionate facilitators guide creative expression and group connection in a cozy setting.
Evening of community artmaking and peer mental health support paired with soul soothing soup at a neighborhood wellness center, where compassionate facilitators guide creative expression and group connection in a cozy setting.
Members collaborate over a provided dinner with on-site childcare to advise AmeriHealth Caritas NC on improving health plan services, access, and community outreach during a quarterly advisory committee meeting at the Asheville Wellness Center.
Members collaborate over a provided dinner with on-site childcare to advise AmeriHealth Caritas NC on improving health plan services, access, and community outreach during a quarterly advisory committee meeting at the Asheville Wellness Center.
Members collaborate over a provided dinner with on-site childcare to advise AmeriHealth Caritas NC on improving health plan services, access, and community outreach during a quarterly advisory committee meeting at the Asheville Wellness Center.
Volunteers assemble and deliver bouquets of recycled flowers to patients in healthcare facilities, fostering emotional wellness through tactile, colorful floral arrangements; registration required for participation.
Volunteers assemble and deliver bouquets of recycled flowers to patients in healthcare facilities, fostering emotional wellness through tactile, colorful floral arrangements; registration required for participation.
Volunteers assemble and deliver bouquets of recycled flowers to patients in healthcare facilities, fostering emotional wellness through tactile, colorful floral arrangements; registration required for participation.
Peer led women only gatherings mixing practical menopause education with candid conversation, humor, and self care strategies. Attendees share lived experience tips, resources, and mutual support to build an empowering community.
Peer led women only gatherings mixing practical menopause education with candid conversation, humor, and self care strategies. Attendees share lived experience tips, resources, and mutual support to build an empowering community.
Peer led women only gatherings mixing practical menopause education with candid conversation, humor, and self care strategies. Attendees share lived experience tips, resources, and mutual support to build an empowering community.

Daily early-morning virtual Alcoholics Anonymous meeting with 12-step sharing and peer support hosted by Asheville 12 Step Club; open to newcomers seeking sober community, accountability, and fellowship.

Daily early-morning virtual Alcoholics Anonymous meeting with 12-step sharing and peer support hosted by Asheville 12 Step Club; open to newcomers seeking sober community, accountability, and fellowship.
Daily early-morning virtual Alcoholics Anonymous meeting with 12-step sharing and peer support hosted by Asheville 12 Step Club; open to newcomers seeking sober community, accountability, and fellowship.

Hands-on job-search strategies, resume and interviewing tips delivered via live NCWorks webinar at AmeriHealth Caritas' Wellness & Opportunity Center; in-person attendees receive a free lunch and can join remotely via Zoom.

Hands-on job-search strategies, resume and interviewing tips delivered via live NCWorks webinar at AmeriHealth Caritas' Wellness & Opportunity Center; in-person attendees receive a free lunch and can join remotely via Zoom.
Hands-on job-search strategies, resume and interviewing tips delivered via live NCWorks webinar at AmeriHealth Caritas' Wellness & Opportunity Center; in-person attendees receive a free lunch and can join remotely via Zoom.
Regional resilience leaders and community partners convene for collaborative capacity-building sessions focused on emergency preparedness, mutual aid coordination, and network-building best practices to strengthen local response systems.
Regional resilience leaders and community partners convene for collaborative capacity-building sessions focused on emergency preparedness, mutual aid coordination, and network-building best practices to strengthen local response systems.
Regional resilience leaders and community partners convene for collaborative capacity-building sessions focused on emergency preparedness, mutual aid coordination, and network-building best practices to strengthen local response systems.

Gentle, trauma informed virtual listening circle fostering community healing, connection, and reflection through guided prompts, confidential sharing, and skilled facilitation; free online session with optional registration at avl.mx/f9u.

Gentle, trauma informed virtual listening circle fostering community healing, connection, and reflection through guided prompts, confidential sharing, and skilled facilitation; free online session with optional registration at avl.mx/f9u.
Gentle, trauma informed virtual listening circle fostering community healing, connection, and reflection through guided prompts, confidential sharing, and skilled facilitation; free online session with optional registration at avl.mx/f9u.