Memphis residents have a chance to access free health services and information at the Community Care Fair hosted by the Shelby County Health Department. This community-centric event is scheduled to be held at Centenary United Methodist Church, with doors opening at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 26, 2025, and running until 2:00 p.m. The church is located at 584 E McLemore Avenue in the neighborhood of Soulsville, promising a day not only for wellness but also community togetherness.
The fair aims to actively provide a variety of health department programs and resources at no cost. Some of the most notable offerings include CHANT assistance, child safety seats and infant CPR kits (available while supplies last), as well as free and confidential HIV testing alongside complimentary at-home self-test kits. In a concerted effort to prepare families for the upcoming school year and strengthen community health, the event also offers free back-to-school immunizations for kids, along with mpox and COVID-19 vaccines for adults.
Dr. Bruce Randolph, Shelby County Health Department Director/Health Officer, emphasized the importance of this event for local residents. "Shelby County Health Department is pleased to offer these free services to the people of Soulsville, Trigg, Longview Heights, and the surrounding community," he stated. Dr. Randolph continued to affirm the department's commitment by saying, "Our goal is to make all our valuable health department services more accessible to the public." The affair will not be limited to health services as the day is set to also feature free food, music, and giveaways.
With educational materials and health services being provided, the fair promises to be an indispensable opportunity for community members to not only stay informed but also celebrate wellness in a festive ambience. For more details about the Community Care Fair at Centenary United Methodist Church, interested individuals can visit the health department's official announcement by clicking on this link: Shelby County Health Department.
