Allen Parish Community Health Fair at the Grand Church in Kinder featured a fun ’80s theme with more than 30 informational booths on wellness and healthy living, health screenings, a Lunch and Learn session, freebies, food trucks, and more. Gerald Romero from Kinder received vaccination information from Ashlyn Fontonet and Brianna England, who were dressed in ’80s-themed attire to match the theme of the health and wellness fair.
Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana Chairman Jonathan Cernek served traditional Coushatta dish of chawahka (corn soup) to Richard Stokes of Kinder. Attendees had the opportunity to learn more about their health and the services available in the community, including healthcare and healthy lifestyle options.
Amber Ashworth, Southwest Louisiana Regional Safety Coalition Coordinator, provided tips for safe driving to Brenda Johnson from Kinder during the health fair. Phlebotomist Devan Fruge of Allen Parish Community Healthcare conducted bloodwork to screen Phyllis Lawrence from Kinder for diabetes and prediabetes during the event. More than 30 vendors were present at the health fair, offering information, health screenings, promotional items, and more. Gene Ingram, perioperative services director for Allen Parish Community Healthcare, was seen playing a giant operation game during the event.