FLINT, Mich. — Families across Genesee County will have access to free health services, screenings and community resources during the upcoming Black Family Wellness Expo, hosted by the Flint Area (MI) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated.
The annual event will take place Friday, March 20, from 1–4 p.m. at Hamilton Community Health Network’s Main Clinic, located at 2900 N. Saginaw St.
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The expo is part of The Links Incorporated’s National Impact Day of Service and aims to promote health equity while connecting residents with essential care and support services.
Attendees will be able to receive free blood pressure checks, flu and COVID-19 vaccinations, health insurance enrollment assistance and information about Hamilton’s medical, dental, vision and behavioral health services.
“We are proud to partner once again with the Flint Area Links to bring this important event to our community,” said Clarence Pierce, Chief Executive Officer of Hamilton Community Health Network, in a press statement. “This expo gives families direct access to services and information that can make a real difference in their health. We look forward to welcoming everyone.”
For more than 46 years, the Flint Area Links have worked to provide families throughout Genesee County with educational, wellness and community resources. The expo responds to ongoing gaps in access to preventive healthcare.
In addition to health services, attendees can participate in giveaways and prize drawings which include gift cards, a large-screen television, a car seat and other family-focused items.
Representatives from several local and statewide organizations will also be onsite, including Rx Kids, Black K.A.R.E., Molina Healthcare, Meridian, Flint Registry, YWCA Greater Flint, G.H.O.S.T., Mott Community College and Smith Fisher Real Estate Group.
The event is free and open to the public.
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