Those age 55 and older will want to be sure to mark April 11 on their calendars. That’s the day the annual 55+ Health Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at First Baptist Church Sulphur Springs’ Recreational Outreach Center (The ROC), 115 Putman St.
This will follow the same format as in the past, with Hopkins County marketers getting together to host a health fair. Altogether, about 50 vendors provide tons of information about health related topics.
Among the free health screenings offered will be blood pressure and blood sugar checks. Individuals can learn about hospice, home health, pre-need counseling, durable medical equipment, deaf and hearing equipment, assisted living, Medicare and Medicaid, physical therapy and insurance information and related topics.
And to sweeten the day, each vendor is asked to bring a $25 door prize to be given away as a door prize during the health fair. Those who will be providing bags for seniors to put the goodies and information they receive in are asked to bring them on April 11 and place them on the table in the foyer for senior citizens to grab.
Tables are free for vendors, but those planning to set up a table or booth are asked to contact Karon Weatherman at 903-243-3255 to reserve their space. All provided tables will be round, unless the marketer provides one of their own; those planning to do so are asked to let the coordinator know that as well. If an electrical outlet will be needed, that too should be relayed to the coordinator, so the table can be located next to a wall outlet.
