Health and Fitness : Benton County Health & Wellness Fair, March 7th at Vinton-Shellsburg High School

Benton County residents are invited to attend the Benton County Health & Wellness Fair on Friday, March 7th, at Vinton-Shellsburg High School, held in conjunction the annual Kiwanis Club of Vinton with Pancake Breakfast.

The Health & Wellness Fair will bring together dozens of local and regional organizations offering information, resources, and services focused on physical, mental, and community well-being. The event is free and provides an opportunity for individuals and families to learn more about health screenings, prevention programs, support services, and educational opportunities, all in one convenient location.

In addition to visiting exhibitors, attendees can enjoy free health screenings, free face painting, and lots of giveaways throughout the event, making it a fun and family-friendly experience for all ages.

Exhibitors will include healthcare providers, mental health and substance use prevention groups, senior services, community arts, emergency responders, educational institutions, public health agencies, and community support organizations. Attendees can expect to visit with representatives from Virginia Gay Hospital and Clinics, LifeServe Blood Center (blood-typing), Benton County Public Health, Disaster Recovery Coalition (disaster readiness bags), SHIIP, Heritage Area Agency on Aging, UnityPoint Health services, Eagle View Behavioral Health, Crisis Canines of the Midlands – Sunnie, local law enforcement and fire departments, hospice and home health providers, universities, and many more.

“The Benton County Health & Wellness Fair is about connecting people with the resources that help them live healthier, safer, and more informed lives,” said Robin Martin. “Partnering with the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast makes this a true community event, families can enjoy a great meal supporting Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast while also taking steps toward better health.”

The Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast will be held the same morning, giving attendees the chance to enjoy a community tradition while visiting Health & Wellness Fair exhibitors before or after breakfast.

Event Details:
What: Benton County Health & Wellness Fair
When: Friday, March 7; 8am-Noon
Cost: Free and open to the public
Where: Vinton-Shellsburg High School
In conjunction with: Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast (7AM-11:30AM) – Free Will Donation

Community members of all ages are encouraged to attend and take advantage of the many services, resources, activities, and giveaways available.

List of Exhibitors Attending:

Hosted by Virginia Gay Hospital (Imaging, Home Health, Lab Services, Therapy Services, Clinics, Reach Out & Read, Respiratory Therapy & More!) and Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, NAMI Linn County,  Vinton Public Library, Foundation 2 Crisis Services, United Way of East Central Iowa / Benton County Volunteer Center, Benton County Historical Society, SHIIP, Heritage Area Agency on Aging, Vinton Police Department, Linn County Ryan White Program, Horst Physical Therapy, Home Instead, EchoVision, Inc/Us Cellular, Dr. Marcie McKenna, practicing at Wicks Chiropractic, Benton County Suicide Prevention Coalition, Stark Strength, Upper Iowa University, University of Dubuque-Cedar Rapids, Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration, Hy-Vee Pharmacy/ Vinton Dollar Fresh Market, HACAP, Benton County Public Health Department, Essence of Life Hospice, Van Steenhuyse - Teahen Funeral Home, Linn County Public Health - Assessment and Health Promotion, LifeServe Blood Center, Eagle View Behavioral Health, Betterton Chiropractic Chartwells/V-S Food Service, Chances, North Benton Ambulance & Crisis Canines of the Midlands, Vinton Fire Department, UnityPoint Health - LifeGuard Air Ambulance, Safe Sleep Task Force, UnityPoint Health - AbbeHealth Services, Area Substance Abuse Council, Windsor Manor, Wellpoint, Vinton Lions Club – KidSight, Parent Partners, Benton County Disaster Recovery Coalition, Benton County Environmental Health, Chains Interrupted, CR Facepainting, Lutheran Living Communities