A Community Event Offering Free Mammograms, Dental Exams, Vision Assessments, Blood Pressure Checks and More
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Alpha Xi Omega Chapter, the first and largest graduate chapter in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, will host a free health and wellness event titled, “Family Flourish: A Health Fair for All Ages” on September 21, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The free community event will take place at the West Dallas Center located at 3330 N. Hampton Road, Dallas, Texas 75212.
In an effort to uplift the local community and empower families, the “Family Flourish: A Health Fair for All Ages” will offer over 30 vendors that will provide a wide range of services including mental health education and insurance information. There will also be a host of free health screenings including mammograms, STI testing, flu shots, blood pressure and cholesterol checks, dental exams, and vision assessments. Attendees will also have the chance to get hands-on learning with CPR demonstrations and participate in energetic cardio dance sessions. All screenings are free; however, registration is required to donate blood and to receive a mammogram. Please register by visiting www.akaaxo.org.
Alpha Xi Omega Chapter has partnered with several health and wellness organizations including Parkland Hospital, HHM Health, The American Red Cross, The National Breast Cancer Foundation, Texas A&M School of Dentistry, Prevent Blindness Texas, The Family Place, Aetna Medicare Solutions, and the Dallas WIC office.
To learn more about Alpha Xi Omega Chapter and the “Family Flourish: A Health Fair for All Ages,” please visit www.akaaxo.org.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Alpha Xi Omega Chapter, was established in Dallas, Texas, on June 6, 1929. Mrs. Florence Harlee Phelps, a Howard University graduate, initiated the effort to establish a chapter of the first Greek letter sorority for African American women in her hometown. From its beginning, the chapter has continuously given college scholarships to Dallas students. Other programs have included: vocational counseling and guidance for high school students; health and other social service initiatives for women and children; support of the African American family; and support to developing art, cultural and educational institutions and groups. As Alpha Xi Omega Chapter embarks on its 95th anniversary, it is poised and ready to deliver even greater service to underserved Dallas residents. This large group of exceptionally talented, college-educated African American women is committed to serving humankind and improving the quality of life for all. For more information, please visit www.akaaxo.org.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ®, an international service organization, was founded on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C., in 1908. It is the oldest Greek-letter organization established by African American college-educated women. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® is comprised of more than 355,000 initiated members in graduate and undergraduate chapters located in 12 countries, including the United States, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada, Dubai, Germany, Japan, Liberia, Nigeria, South Korea, South Africa, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Led by International President & CEO Danette Anthony Reed of Dallas, Texas, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, often is hailed as “America’s premier Greek-letter organization for African American women.” For more information on Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and its programs, visit aka1908.com.
The following is a full list of Vendors that will be On-Site:
Parking Lot:
- STD Van by the Resource Center
- Mammogram Van by Parkland
Downstairs Vendors:
- Room 142: Blood Drive
- Room 141: CPR
- Room 152: Registration for Mammogram Van
- Room 157: Registration for Mammogram Van
- Lobby area behind registration table: Parkland Immunizations Team
- Table 1: National Breast Cancer Foundation (Cancer)
- Table 2: American Red Cross (Blood)
3. Table 3: All Things Nutrition (Nutrition)
Health Screenings:
4. Table 4: Goodwill Healthcare Services (Health Screening)
5. Table 5: KaShonda Bradford MSN, RN (Health Screening)
6. Table 6: Prevent Blindness Texas (Health Screening)
7. Table 7: Texas A&M School of Dentistry (Health Screening)
Chiropractic & Wellness:
8. Table 8: Glass Health & Wellness (Chiropractor)
9. Table 9: L-evated Chiropractic (Chiropractor)
Mental Health & Wellness:
10. Table 10: Revive Wellness & Co (Mental Health)
11. Table 11: Chill Counseling (Mental Health)
12. Table 12: The Mind Field, Inc (Mental Health)
13. Table 13: Embrace 2 Empower, PLLC (Mental Health)
14. Table 14: Health Empowered (Resources)
15. Table 15: Holistic Wellness Beauty (Resources)
16. Table 16: Phoenix Health Alliance (STD/Sexual Health)
17. Table 17: Black KARE (Resources)
18. Table 18: The Family Place (Resources)
Skincare & Beauty:
19. Table 19: Brittney J Artistry & Skincare (Skin)
Senior & Community Resources:
20. Table 20: The Senior Source (Resources)
21. Table 21: Aetna Medicare Solutions (Resources)
22. Table 22: Pretty With Purpose, Inc. (Resources)
Children & Family:
23. Table 23: Hypothesis Haven Science Club (Children)
24. Table 24: Parkland (Info) (Resources)
25. Table 25: Wellpoint (Resources)
26. Table 26: WIC Office (Resources)
27. Table 27: HHM Health (Resources)
28. Table 28: AXO- Voting (Resources)
29. Table 29: Dallas Community College (Resources)
30. Table 30: Thrive Men’s Health (Resources)
