Fetter Health Care Network Celebrates National Health Center Week

Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter), a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), announced it will be taking part in National Health Center Week, a national celebration for community health centers in the U.S. From August 6th through 12th, Fetter will host special celebrations honoring its patients, community members, staff and supporters at locations throughout the Lowcountry. 

This week-long nationwide event is presented annually by the National Association of Community Health Centers and the Health Center Advocacy Network. This year’s theme, “The Roadmap to a Stronger America,” leads the public on a “virtual road trip across America” to highlight the services, missions, achievements and patient groups of U.S. health centers in the communities they serve.

“This event is about more than highlighting our nation’s hardworking facilities,” said Dr. Aretha Powers, CEO of Fetter. “National Health Center Week exists to celebrate the individuals – the providers, administration and patients – who are each integral in our network’s success. We are thrilled to once again unite our community to promote a healthier Lowcountry for all.”

Fetter’s schedule of community–based events and initiatives:

• Sunday, August 6th – Public Housing Health Day – Fetter is hosting low-impact exercise and health education for all; school supplies, free haircut certificates and more will be available to school-aged youth. (Meeting Street Manor | 12 – 4 p.m.)

• Monday, August 7th – Healthcare for People Experiencing Homelessness Day – Fetter staff is providing health screenings, hygiene kits and essential items to community members experiencing homelessness. (Hampstead Mall Park | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.)

• Tuesday, August 8th – Agricultural Worker Health Day – Outreach teams are delivering essentials such as clothing, hygiene and first aid and providing heat safety education to local agricultural workers. (Boone Hall Farms | 12 – 1:30 p.m.)

• Wednesday, August 9th – Patient Appreciation Day – Fetter is providing health and wellness education and assisting with appointment scheduling. Patients will receive a boxed lunch and Fetter swag. (All Fetter Locations | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)

• Thursday, August 10th – Stakeholder Appreciation Day  – Fetter location managers are providing facility tours and tokens of appreciation to community partners, elected officials and board members. (Charleston Family Health Center & Thaddeus J. Bell, MD Family Health Center | 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.)

• Friday, August 11th – Health Center Staff Appreciation Day – Fetter is recognizing team members for their assistance to the community and Fetter’s mission. Lunch and gifts will be provided. (All Fetter Locations | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.)

• Saturday, August 12th – Children’s Health Day – Fetter staff is providing education on pediatric health and services. This family-friendly event will feature food trucks, an obstacle course and more. (Jerry Zucker Middle School | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.)

For more information on Fetter’s National Health Center Week’s efforts, follow along on the organization’s social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn. To learn more about Fetter, visit FetterHealthCare.org.

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