Delta Sigma Theta Inglewood Alumnae Chapter partners with Women of Vision, the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, Bridge Builders Foundation, and California Black Women’s Health Project, to host the Family Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., at the Inglewood Senior Center, 111 N. Locust St., Inglewood, CA,
Valuable medical and health-related non-medical services will be provided along with information for families (adults and children) in the Inglewood community. Also, the event will offer a wide variety of health screenings and resources, including dental, vision, blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose checks, vaccinations, pulmonary, cancer, nutrition, and fitness demonstrations.
Other activities on the agenda are a farm fresh food giveaway as well as information on women’s and maternal health, and holistic health. In addition, a variety of informational booths will be on hand to help attendees learn about available community resources such as special needs and mental health services, and financial planning.
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“The Inglewood Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is committed to making an impact on the health and wellness of families and the community at large,” said Erica Melbourne, Inglewood Alumnae Chapter president.
“We are thrilled to partner with these reputable organizations to host this event and provide essential services and resources to the Inglewood community.”
Participating agencies include Bloom Ranch and Dr. Bill Releford, Blueprint Behavior Services, California Abundant Birth Project, Charles Drew University, Chef Maisha Parker, Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles, Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. – Mu Chi Chapter (Nursing Sorority), City of Hope, CrossFit Inglewood, Cynthia Davis Lifelong Learning Institute for Community Transformation, Dr. Lauren Mathews, Dr. Nalo Hamilton, Dr. Fasha Liley, Dr. Denise Aubury, Healthcare Integrated Services, Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, McDuffy’s Kajukenbo, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated – Zeta Rho Chapter, Special Needs Network, Inc., SBS Restoration Clinic, Set Apart Psychotherapy, Inc., The Big Turn, The DOF Foundation/Dr. Dotun Ogunyemi, The Hurt Help Group, Urban Financial Literacy, Wellness Uprising, and Women of Color Breast Cancer Survivors Support Project.
Admission is free, and the event is open to the public. Services will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is available onsite (underground) at the Locust Street Parking Structure, just south of the Senior Center, and along neighboring streets.
To learn more, visit iacdst.org or call (310) 861-1913.
