Texarkana Health & Wellness Fair Set for 5/7 at Southwest Center

If you live in or near the Texarkana area, you are invited to take part in a free, family-friendly Health and Wellness Fair focused on improving overall well-being.

The City of Texarkana, Texas, and the Bowie County Family Health Clinic will host the annual event on Thursday, May 7, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Southwest Center, located at 3222 W. 7th Street.

Free Screenings and Helpful Resources

Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with local and regional organizations offering services and information related to physical, mental, and financial health.

Free services available at the event will include:

Blood sugar checks
Vision screenings
Cholesterol checks
Fire safety information
Blood donation opportunities
Child passenger safety education
Car seat inspections
Victim services resources
Hospice care information
Baseline mental health screenings
Foster care volunteer opportunities
Independent and assisted living resources

The goal is to provide easy access to important health services and connect residents with organizations that can support their everyday needs.

Food, Prizes, and Community Fun

In addition to health resources, attendees can enjoy door prizes throughout the event. Local food vendors Mama Nem and Dre’licious will also be on-site serving food for guests and participants.

Vendor Deadline Approaching

Booth space for vendors is limited, and those interested in participating must register by April 30. Instead of a booth fee, vendors are asked to donate a door prize.

For more information or to reserve a vendor spot, visit the City of Texarkana website or contact Regina Lynch or Cheryl Mills at (903) 798-3250. More information is available here.

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