Upcoming Events
GHPRD Father Daughter Valentine's Dance
Saturday, February 1,
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

DoubleTree by Hilton
1001 3rd Avenue

The Compass Program has partnered with The Greater Huntington Parks & Recreation District and would like to invite Dads and Daughters to an evening of dancing the night away!

Guests will enjoy a special evening filled with dancing to the music of DJ Chad Midkiff of “DCM Pro Events.” Sweet treats will include fruit, cookies, cupcakes and, of course, the crowd favorite chocolate fountain.“Picture Perfect Photo Booth” will be on hand to help guests commemorate the special evening with personalized event photos. At the end of the evening, each daughter will receive a rose.

It's Not Too Late to Sign Up!
Don't forget about the Optimizing Your Eating Event! Remember participants are eligible to receive a free individual nutrition consultation.

Optimizing Your Eating
January 16
10:00 a.m. – 11 a.m.

January 23
6:00 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Huntington Police Dept.
5th Floor Conference Room
673 10th Street
Schedule Your Massage and Float Sessions Now!
Be sure to schedule your  FREE massage and/or FREE Flotation REST session. We have given away all 25 massages but still have a few Flotation Rest sessions left. These are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

If you received a certificate, you will need to call Medical Massage of Huntington and/or Float Effects to schedule your appointment. Sessions must be used in January or February. Reminder that these are for First Responders only and cannot be transferred to family members.
Welcome Amy Hanshaw!
Compass Wellness Coach

Join us in welcoming Amy to the Compass Team. Amy earned her undergraduate degree from High Point University in Exercise Physiology in 2002. She returned to her hometown of Huntington to complete her graduate degree in Exercise Physiology at Marshall University. She spent 10 years as the director of the HIT Center in Huntington while also over the fitness and weight loss programs there. Amy is very excited and motivated to have the unique opportunity to work with Huntington’s First Responders, as it gives her the chance to work in her field doing what she loves while serving those who work tirelessly to protect the city. 

Amy can be reached at HanshawA@Huntingtonwv.gov
Good Time, Great Dinner!

MyHuntington and The Good Time Christmas Show partnered with Rocco's Ristorante and will be providing dinner to all Huntington First Responders! Details are still being worked out, but this event will be scheduled soon and is sure to feature some delicious food! So, stayed tuned, you won't want to miss it. Thanks to our great community partner Rocco's Restaurant!
Three Mood Boosters to Try When You Have Had a Bad Day
By Amy Jefferson

1.) Get moving
Any form of exercise can boost endorphins. Take a walk outside, get a daily dose of sunlight when possible.

2.) Look for support
Get support from the people who make you feel cared for, a family member or friend, or someone who will listen attentively without judgement. (Your Wellness Coach is here for this very purpose, and is available by calling or texting 304-972-5486)

3.) Make face time a priority
Social media and texting seem to be the norm when it comes to our contact with others, but these things are no replacement for in-person, quality time. Talking with someone face to face can bring relief and stave off ​depression.
HFD Promotions

Captain Chad Hendrick
Promoted from Rank of Lieutenant

Lieutenant Davis Gaeger
Promoted from Rank of Engineer

Lieutenant Robert Shepherd
Promoted from Rank of Engineer

Captain Mark Runyon
Promoted from Rank of Lieutenant
HPD Promotion

On Jan 10th, Jason Smith was promoted to the rank of corporal. Smith is a 15-year member of HPD, and has been with the K-9 unit for the last 10. In his new role, he will help supervise shifts. He will also split time with other corporals to eventually become sergeants and lieutenants. He will also still work within the K-9 unit and perform foot patrols.
Wellness
Center
Update

Over $350,000 has been raised for the Wellness Center and we have received bids from contractors who are eager to begin work!
If you would like to get involved with fundraising, or you have questions, please contact Amy Berner, 
Compass Program Manager, at 304-840-8815 or bernera@huntingtonwv.gov  .
Christmas Village at Heritage Farm 

 "Five of us went, and all had a great time. From my 5-year-old daughter to my 79 year old grandfather... we all found something to enjoy. We had no idea there was something so unique just outside of town, and all the Christmas decorations were just an added bonus."   

– Alan Roby (HFD
Milestone Work Anniversaries
Jason Smith (HPD) 15 Years - Jan. 3
Hun Tak  (HPD) 1 Year - Jan. 3
Nicholas Lane (HPD) 1 Year - Jan. 3
Michael Lipscomb (HPD) 1 Year - Jan. 3 
Paul Matovich (HPD) 15 Years - Jan. 14
Brennan Simpkins (HFD) 1 Year - Jan. 22
John Perry (HFD) 1Year - Jan. 22
Justin Wheeler (HFD) 1 Year - Jan. 22
Patrick Childers (HFD) 1 Year - Jan. 22
Garrett Scheibeshood (HFD) 1 Year - Jan. 22
January Birthdays
 Shane Bills (HPD) January 3
J.R. Talbert (HPD) January 8 
Aaron Lawhon (HPD) January 13
Christopher Merritt (HPD) January 15
Christopher Blanton (HFD) January 17
Toby Mitchell  (HFD) January 19 
Eric Adkins (HFD) January 20
Adam Howard (HFD) January 30  
Compass is here to provide you and your families with self-care activities such as yoga, pottery, cooking classes, massage therapy and dance classes and to strengthen and maintain your overall wellness. We can do this in many ways – first and foremost, by asking you. You can give feedback on Compass by participating in focus groups, taking surveys, attending activities and giving anecdotal feedback, and evaluating trainings.
We welcome questions or any feedback you may have.