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04/12/2026
Use today to hit pause, soak up some sunshine, and enjoy the things that make you smile!
Whether it’s coffee on the porch, a walk in the park, or a spontaneous adventure with friends, today is about recharging and celebrating the little joys in life.
04/12/2026
When people hear “tech abuse,” they often think of hacking, but it can include:
• Constant texting or calling
• Tracking location through apps or devices
• Accessing private messages, or social media without permission
• Posting or threatening to share private content
These behaviors are about control, surveillance, and intimidation, not just technology.
The more we understand what tech abuse actually looks like, the better we can recognize it
Instead of asking why someone doesn’t leave, we should ask:
How can we make it safer for them to stay connected?
04/10/2026
Did you know there’s a tool helping track progress toward ending HIV in the U.S.? Called AHEAD, the America’s HIV Epidemic Analysis Dashboard, turns data into action.
It shows where we’re making progress and where more support is needed. It’s all about smarter decisions, stronger communities, and a healthier future for everyone, especially young people. Check it out below!
In s*xual health, science and technology have made testing more accessible, more accurate, and more discreet than ever before.
With more options, more information, and more support available, what once felt difficult and stigmatized is becoming easier to navigate.
Together, we can keep supporting science and innovation to make s*xual health care more accessible and effective for everyone!
04/07/2026
Join us for an evening designed to be both meaningful and productive!
Come ready to engage, share, and take away something valuable that you can carry with you beyond the night.
04/07/2026
Take tonight as a moment to reflect on the week ahead.
Not just your schedule, but your state of mind, your energy, your needs.
Where do you need more balance? More rest? More connection? With yourself or someone else?
Move into this week with intention, not pressure!
04/04/2026
⚠️ Content Warning: Mentions of s*xual abuse, online harassment, and technology-facilitated abuse.
Ranging from surveillance and tracking to s*xtortion and reputational harm, Technology-Facilitated Abuse (TFA) includes a wide spectrum of online behaviors that cause real harm.
Not all stress is bad, but too much for too long can take a real toll on your body and mind.
Here are a few simple ways to reset when things feel overwhelming:
• Take a short walk (even 5 minutes helps)
• Unplug and give your brain a break
• Talk it out with someone you trust
• Focus on what you can control
You don’t have to do everything at once, just start with one small step today.
04/02/2026
It may be April Fools’ Day… but your health is no joke!
While today is full of laughs and pranks, your physical and mental well-being deserve real attention every day.
Celebrate National Walking Day by taking time to move! A quick walk or time outside with friends can help reduce stress and boost your mood.
Laugh today, but don’t forget to take care of yourself!!
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Founded in 2008, the SPOT meets the needs of ALL youth between the ages of 13-24 with a comprehensive set of FREE medical and support services in a safe, youth-friendly environment. Our staff has met the needs of over 19,000 youth seeking medical care, social services, substance abuse assessments and counseling, mental health counseling, a safe place to hang out and much more.
Our philosophy requires that the SPOT be structured around the following guiding principles:
remove barriers that currently impede youth from seeking or obtaining health and prevention services;
create a center separate from a child or adult clinic environment that is youth-specific;
combine needed health and social services into a single setting;
engage youth in all aspects of the program development and allow opportunities for their leadership to be fostered;
successfully link youth into the existing healthcare system by addressing and eliminating specific barriers.
The SPOT is open Monday-Friday and provides the following services:
Drop-in: grab a snack, take a shower, do laundry, work on the computer, watch TV, participate in structured activities, and take home safer s*x kits;
Medical care: FREE medical services available Monday-Friday 1-5PM on a first-come first-serve basis (pregnancy testing, birth control, pap smears, STD testing, strep tests, etc.)
Counseling: talk to a licensed counselor about coping with stress, depression/sadness, anxiety/worries, alcohol/drugs, s*xuality and gender, work, school, trauma/bullying, or any problem or goal;
Testing: walk-in testing every day for HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, and trichomoniasis, plus free treatment for positive results;
Case management: finding a place to stay, applying for public benefits, getting vital documents, job readiness and resume development, assistance with hygiene supplies and clothing, etc.
In the end, it doesn’t matter why you come by. You’ll always feel like you belong at the SPOT.
