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- NEWS_POSTED_BY: Haiti Place
- NEWS_POSTED_ON: Apr 20, 2015
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~ Inviting Medical and Other Healthcare Providers to participate ~
April 25, 2015 |Boys and Girls Club Belle Glade Teen Center, Belle Glade, FL - Location : West Palm Beach, FL, United States
- Phone : 561-206-2258
- Email : Louisemulticulturalhealthfair@gmail.com
- Website : www.bgcpbc.org
Overview
- WEST PALM BEACH, FL: The Haitian American Nursing Organization & Allied (HANOA) of West Palm Beach is excited to announce that it will host a multicultural educational and health fair on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at Belle Glade Teen Center, 350 S.W. 10th Street, Belle Glade, Florida 33430. Anticipating more than 250 health fair visitors, HANOA is putting out a call for medical and other healthcare professionals to volunteer. HANOA president Mrs. Louise Lorraine Voltaire RN stated, "On behalf of HANOA,I want to thank the Boys and girls Club for the Partnership I am also Calling all doctors, nurses, psychologists, nutritionists and other healthcare professionals in the Palm Beaches Area to volunteer a few hours to share their expertise with people and give back to a community in need."
Louise L. Voltaire, RN
Vice President, HANOADuring the free day-long event, medical and healthcare professionals will provide educational information about nutrition, diet & exercise, childhood obesity, HIV/AIDS, mental health and common chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, respiratory disorders, depression, dementia, breast cancer and more. The fair will also offer complimentary health screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar, BMI, and mammography.
The Haitian American Nursing Organization & Allied (HANOA) of West Palm Beach Looking for Chefs to do healthy cooking classes to educate people on the benefits of eating healthy and cooking fun, flavorful meals with tips that are easy to implement. Everyone can benefit from learning about healthy cooking—people transitioning to healthier eating, those already familiar with healthy diets and cooking, and others who require special dietary restrictions. April 25 2015 The Haitian American Nursing Organization & Allied (HANOA) of West Palm Beach engaging healthy cooking classes include food samplings, practical tips and sound advice from some of the world Best Chefs
WHO: Haitian American Nursing Organization & Allied (HANOA)
WHAT: Multicultural Educational Health Fair
WHEN: Saturday, April 25 2015 | 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Teen Center, 350 S.W. 10th Street, Belle Glade, Florida 33430
COST: FREE, and open to all
About Haitian American Nursing Organization & Allied (HANOA)
The Haitian American Nursing Organization & Allied, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was established in 2010 to provide nurses the opportunity to unite as a group; to share and provide ideas of interest; and to become effectively involved with the issues and services relevant to the health and welfare of communities in Florida. HANOA fosters awareness and commitment to providing excellent nursing services. Additionally, the organization strives to increase the enrollment of Haitian nursing students througheducation and mentoring opportunities, as well as, creating community-networking opportunities for its members. HANOA goal is to provide scholarships for students enrolled in nursing schools in Florida and Haiti; and provide health education on High blood pressure, Diabetic management, Childhood Obesity, Immunization drives, Educational programs on HIV/AIDS, as well as other health concerns
About the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County
Founded in 1971, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is a not-for profit youth development organization dedicated to promoting the educational, vocational, health leadership and character of boys and girls in a safe, nurturing environment. The Clubs provide more than a safe, fun and constructive alternative to being home alone – they offer a variety of award-winning developmental programs to help youth build skills, self-esteem and values during critical periods of growth. The thirteen Boys & Girls Clubs throughout Palm Beach County serve more than 6,000 children ages 6-18. For more information, please visit www.bgcpbc.org or call 561-683-3287.