Hartselle Health Fair to supply sources, screenings and enjoyable for native seniors

Local seniors could have a chance to study group sources, obtain well being screenings and luxuriate in a morning of leisure in the course of the annual Hartselle Health Fair on Friday. 

The free occasion, themed “Under the Sea,” might be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on the Sparkman Civic Center, 406 Nance Ford Road in Hartselle. It is open to adults age 60 and older from Morgan, Lawrence and Cullman counties. 

More than 30 senior-focused well being care suppliers, service organizations and group teams are anticipated to take part, providing details about applications and providers accessible to older adults all through the area. All eight Morgan County senior facilities may also be represented. 

“This is the easiest way to see all the great support and services Morgan County has to offer,” mentioned Lisa Burns, outreach coordinator for the Morgan County Commission on Aging and a member of the well being honest planning committee. “It is a wonderful chance to get clear, honest answers about health options and connect with people who genuinely want to help.” 

In addition to exhibitor cubicles, attendees can get pleasure from music, video games, dancing, refreshments and door prizes all through the morning. 

Burns mentioned one of many occasion’s highlights would be the Decatur Morgan Mobile Health Bus, which might be parked exterior the civic heart and accessible to supply well being screenings. 

“Seniors can take advantage of the Decatur Morgan Mobile Health Bus to get their health screenings done quickly and completely hassle-free,” she mentioned. “This fair isn’t just about brochures; it’s about connecting seniors to real people in Morgan County who are here to help them with their daily needs.” 

The occasion is organized by a committee that features representatives from The Cottages Assisted Living, the Morgan County Commission on Aging, Decatur Morgan HouseCare, Genesis HealthCare Long Term Care Services and KabaFusion, together with group volunteers. 

The Cottages Assisted Living serves because the occasion’s major sponsor. Additional help is supplied by the Morgan County Commission on Aging, Decatur Morgan HouseCare, Genesis of Decatur and KabaFusion. 

Burns mentioned the honest additionally supplies a chance to showcase the group’s dedication to its senior inhabitants. 

“An event like this only happens when the community steps up, and we want to say a huge thank you to our sponsors and exhibitors,” she mentioned. “Their generosity and dedication are exactly what makes this day a success and shows how much Morgan County cares about its seniors.” 

Organizers encourage seniors and their households to attend and study extra in regards to the sources accessible to assist older adults stay wholesome, energetic and linked. 

For extra data, contact the Morgan County Commission on Aging at 256-351-4652.