HUNTSVILLE — To honor the vital role local Community Health Centers play, Mayor Tommy Battle has proclaimed this National Health Center Week in Huntsville.
“As we recognize National Health Center Week, we reflect not only on where we’ve been, but on the kind of community we want to keep building — one where everyone has a place to turn when they need care,” said Carleton Pyfrom, CEO of Central North Alabama Health Services Inc.
To celebrate the week, Central North Alabama Health Services Inc., HAPPI Health, and Thrive Alabama are joining forces to host a free Community Fun & Wellness Block Party on Saturday at Butler Green at Campus 805 in Huntsville. The event is from 5–7 p.m.
Designed as a family-friendly event, the evening will feature music, games, giveaways, free food, health screenings, and valuable community resources.
The event also marks two milestones: the 60th anniversary of Community Health Centers nationwide and the fifth year of the block party.
Highlights:
- Live Entertainment: DJ Lashay B (103.1 WEUP) and a performance by the Huntsville Drumline.
- Family Fun: Inflatables, Touch-a-Truck with Huntsville Fire & Rescue and the Huntsville Police Department, video game party bus, BINGO, passport game, and more!
- Giveaways: Free snow cones and pizza for the first 100 attendees, plus hot dogs, popcorn (while supplies last), and more than $1,000 in prizes.
- Health & Wellness: On-site health screenings and meet-and-greets with CHC staff.
- Community Resources: Nonprofit booths sharing local support and services.
Community Health Centers provide care to everyone — regardless of ability to pay. Their services include primary care, dental, women’s health, behavioral health, chronic disease management, and nutrition counseling.
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