The Redding Rancheria Discover Health Fair brought together dozens of local organizations offering free health screenings, education, and wellness resources for Shasta County residents. One major focus was elder isolation, with Dignity Health Connected Living highlighting programs like free weekday meals for anyone 60 and older, regardless of income.
REDDING, Calif. — The Redding Rancheria welcomed community members to its Discover Health Fair on Wednesday, bringing together local health care providers and organizations to promote preventative care, wellness and access to community resources.
Held at Win-River Resort & Casino, the free event featured health screenings, educational booths and information about services available throughout Shasta County. While the fair celebrated traditional Native American healing practices, organizers also emphasized the importance of preventing illness and helping people maintain healthy lifestyles.
Attendees had the opportunity to connect with dozens of organizations offering information on health care, wellness programs and community services designed to improve quality of life.
Among the organizations participating was Dignity Health Connected Living, which provides programs and services for older adults throughout the region.
Josh Grigsby, community outreach coordinator for Dignity Health Connected Living, said one of the organization’s biggest priorities is addressing elder isolation.
“If you find yourself in need, whether it’s senior-wise or help-wise or wherever you find yourself, to really just pick up the phone and give a call to somebody,” Grigsby said. “I can promise you someone in this community will get you connected to the resources you need.”
Grigsby said social isolation can have serious impacts on older adults’ health and well-being. He said many of the organization’s programs are designed to help seniors stay connected through activities and services such as free weekday congregate meals for anyone age 60 and older.
“We’re trying to combat senior isolation,” Grigsby said. “When seniors are alone, it’s just not a good thing. It’s all about combating senior isolation, coming together and building a community.”
Organizers said they hope everyone who attended the health fair left with a better understanding of the resources available in Northern California and the importance of taking a proactive approach to their health.
The Discover Health Fair was open to the public and included free health screenings, wellness education and information from local health care providers and nonprofit organizations.