Health Center Week Tools
 
Activities & Event Ideas
HEALTH FAIRS demonstrate the health center focus on prevention by offering fitness tests, immunizations, blood pressure screenings, first-aid demonstrations, etc. Invite civic leaders and local celebrities (TV anchors, sportscasters and athletes) to attract the public and media. Include sites, such as shopping malls, local churches, civic centers for greater community exposure.
Hold an OPEN HOUSE introducing visitors to key staff and board members and providing opportunity for the public to learn more about health center programs targeted to primary care and prevention. Take this occasion to recognize the contributions of public officials and individuals who have dedicated time and service as volunteers and active board members.
PUBLIC FORUMS engage public officials, local health authorities
and representatives of community groups and health organizations
to participate in public dialogue or a town meeting about pressing
community health issues. Expand the base of support by asking other
organizations to join as cosponsors. Notify the media.
Plan a RECEPTION to interact with the broader community and also to recognize staff and board members, as well as partners and supporters for outstanding service.
FUNDRAISERS such as a dinner dance, auction, raffle or concert to celebrate health center achievement will raise community awareness and funds for special projects.
Other Ideas of NHCW Events
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