GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Cherry Health is hosting a free community health fair on Friday, August 9, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its Wyoming Community Health Center, 2929 Burlingame Ave. SW.
The event, which marks National Health Centre Week, will showcase the range of services provided by the local health centre, including the Kent District Library’s mobile eye clinic and bookmobile.
“National Health Center Week is a unique opportunity for us to highlight Cherry Health’s high-quality patient services while showcasing the dedication and passion of our employees,” said Tasha Blackmon, president and CEO of Cherry Health, in a statement. “Cherry Health is proud to be one of nearly 1,500 health centers nationwide that provide comprehensive health services to patients in underserved communities. Together, we are improving public health, promoting health equity and expanding access to care.”
Cherry Health offers a variety of services including primary care, mental health, dental and vision, women’s health, pediatrics, pharmacy and more, according to a press release.
During the event, Cherry Health staff will be on hand to speak with attendees about the health center’s services, as well as health insurance enrollment and other community resources. Staff will also be giving away school supplies, dental care products and children’s books while supplies last.
“Cherry Health’s mission is to provide high-quality, affordable care to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay or insurance status,” Blackmon said. “Our work is critically important – most of our patients would not have access to the services we offer if we weren’t in their area.”
Grand Rapids-based Cherry Health employs more than 700 health care professionals at 20 locations across Michigan. The organization was founded in 1988 and served nearly 58,000 patients last year, according to a news release.
Cherry Health is a federally qualified health center. Such organizations receive funding from the federal Health Resources and Services Administration to provide care to underserved areas. Costs depend on the patient’s ability to pay.
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