Delaware County Health Department Hosts First Back-to-School Fair
Released: July 18, 2024
Delaware County Health Department Hosts First Back-to-School Fair
The Delaware County Health Department (DCHD) is thrilled to announce its first Back-to-School Fair on Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Delaware County Wellness Center, located at 125 Chester Avenue, Yeadon, PA 19050.
Join us for a day of health, fun, and preparation! From backpacks and haircuts to health screenings and immunizations, residents are encouraged to stop by the Wellness Center at Yeadon to get ready for the upcoming school year.
Back to School Fair Activities
- Tdap & MCV4 Vaccines: Available for rising 7th and 12th-grade students. Pre-registration is required for immunizations. Please call DCHD’s Wellness Line to register at 484-276-2100.
- Backpacks and School Supplies: Distributed to students to ensure they have the tools needed for academic success, while supplies last.
- Vision and Dental Screenings: Quick assessments to identify any potential health issues that might affect students' learning.
- Music, Face Painting, and Giveaways: Fun activities will be available as well as information and resources to support families in various aspects of health and education.
"Ensuring students are prepared and healthy as they start the school year is so important," said Delaware County Health Department Director Melissa Lyon. “Our goal is to support our children’s health, well-being, and potential to achieve success and live a healthy life."
The event is supported by numerous community partners, including Eagle Eye Mobile, ACME, Delaware County Libraries, Keystone First, Children First, The Line Up, Kids Smiles, The Foundation for Delaware County, the Franklin Mint, and Wawa. Their contributions are helping support our families to enjoy a day of fun activities and lay the foundation for a healthy and successful school year.
For more information about DCHD’s Back-to-School Fair or to register for immunizations contact the Delaware County Wellness Line at (484) 276-2100 or via email at DelcoWellness@co.delaware.pa.us.
