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January 2026

Greetings!

What does your new year hold for you...your hopes, plans, dreams...or simply a list of simple “to-dos” that you want to make happen in 2026?

I ended 2025 by making plans to work with a coach on a weekly basis in January to improve my “game” here at HOW as a leader, manager, team player, listener, and community builder. As far as my personal life, I have closets to tackle, stacks of stuff, and my ongoing need to keep making gradual adjustments and improvement in my exercise, sleep, and eating habits.

If any of this sounds familiar, I hope you will consider setting up a time to meet with a volunteer Peer Wellness Coach, who has completed a 20-hour training program to facilitate coaching conversations so you can benefit from the support of someone who is skilled at guiding a conversation to help you take a step forward in whatever area YOU choose. Starting in February our Peer Wellness Coaching program will offer free and confidential appointments to all women living on Outer Cape, so stay tuned or click the link below to get notified when we start booking appointments for the general public.

Good news! We will be moving into our renovated Provincetown center at 34 Conwell Street the week of January 26 and once we are settled we look forward to welcoming you!

Finally, when winter weather hits the Outer Cape, Helping Our Women follows the Nauset Regional School District's snow day and delay schedule. If Nauset schools are closed or delayed, our offices will be too. Stay warm, Gwynne

HOW Community News

Peer Wellness Coaching Corner - Discover the Power!

We're thrilled to announce that our Peer Wellness Coaching program is expanding—it will be available to EVERY woman living on the Outer Cape starting in February! Whether you're navigating stress, building healthier habits, or seeking supportive conversations, our trained peer coaches are here to empower you.

What to Expect:

Free, confidential 1:1 sessions (virtual or in-person).
Topics include mental health, nutrition, fitness, and self-care.
Led by relatable women from our community—no judgments, just real talk and real results.

This program is our commitment to holistic wellness for Outer Cape women. Spots will be limited—click below to learn more!

Click here to learn more

Gratitude and Good Wishes for Maddie!

Farewell to Our Amazing AmeriCorps VISTA!

Please join us in wishing Maddie the very best in her next chapter. Maddie has made an incredible impact during her time with us over the last 2 years—helping expand food access initiatives, building strong community partnerships, and supporting our mission in countless ways.

Who's inspired to serve? Learn about AmeriCorps VISTA by contacting us!

Click here for more information

New support group for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Led by Outer Cape residents with MS for anyone with MS!

“ My name is Katherine and I am a widow living in Provincetown. I was lucky enough to be diagnosed in 1993 and lived with multiple sclerosis for decades without any real disability. I have found that becoming disabled by this disease is an isolating experience and I want to connect and share with other people living with this vexing, unpredictable and incurable condition.”

We are proud to work with HOW community members to support their interest in hosting the National MS Society gatherings at our Eastham center. This group provides a welcoming space for people living with MS to connect, share, and support each other.

Location: HOW Eastham & Virtual

First Wednesday each month at 6 PM -- in-person and virtual participation options.

Click here for more information and meeting details

Winter Wednesdays 2026

Winter Wednesdays is a FREE program connecting community by offering fun, interesting, and dynamic classes to anyone in the Outer Cape. With the large, diverse schedule and with multiple locations on the Outer Cape, their goal is to provide a varying selection of winter programming throughout the week that is open, accessible and free to anyone within our community.

Classes begin week of January 19th & run for 7 weeks.

Visit their Website for more information

Upcoming Health & Wellness Programs - Free & Open to all women

Check out our January calendar for ALL our upcoming programs

View & Print the January Program Calendar

Let's Talk Women's Health: What the Menopause??

Join Us for an Empowering Menopause Talk with Jaymie Adachi, FNP! Discover how to thrive through Pre-, Peri-, and Post-Menopause! It’s never too early (or too late) to understand how hormones impact your whole body. Free and open to all women.

Snacks Provided.

Date/Time: 1/15/26 at 6 pm

Location: Main Street, Eastham (HOW’s AMWWC)

Click here to register

Stay Strong: Women's Cancer Support Group - ACCEPTING members

Location: Truro Public Library

At Helping Our Women (HOW), we offer compassionate spaces for healing and connection. Whether you're seeking community, comfort, or simply a place to be heard—we're here for you. The Women's Cancer Support Group

meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month.

To learn more & register, call Ginny 508-648-1639

Kat's Sound Baths

January- May at 1 pm

Location: St. Mary's of the Harbor, Provincetown

Relax, Recharge, and Recenter. Let the soothing vibrations of alchemy bowls and gentle tones wash over you, bringing deep relaxation and inner calm. Whether you're new to sound healing or a regular, this is a beautiful way to pause and reconnect.

Bring a mat, blanket, or anything that helps you get comfy. We can't wait to see you there!

2nd & 4th Tuesdays 1 pm

January Dates: 1/13 & 1/27

Click here to register

Grieving & Growing: Women's Bereavement Support Group

Location: Ann Maguire Women's Wellness Center in Eastham (3 Main St.)

Weekly on Thursdays: 3-4:15 pm

Grief is a journey, and you don’t have to walk it alone. Join us each week for a safe, compassionate space to share, heal, and grow together. This group offers connection, understanding, and hope. Facilitated by Betsy Simmons.

No registration required—just come as you are.