Return of the VMH “Family Wellness Fair” enjoyed by many during National Hospital Week
VMH Family Wellness Fair returned May 11 after two-year absence ... The ‘annual’ Veterans Memorial Hospital “Family Wellness Fair” returned this year following a three-year hold due to COVID-19 regulations. Being last held in 2019, this annually-scheduled event was finally held again May 11 in both the hospital and the new Veterans Memorial Hospital Medical Clinic-Waukon location, which is pictured in the photo above. Information and activities were provided to area residents by nearly 40 agencies and businesses that serve Allamakee and northern Clayton counties. The event is held free of charge and is open to all members of the area communities. Submitted photo.
Family Wellness Fair entertainment ... Balloon artist Mike Chapman of Manchester returned to the Wellness Fair this year with his creative balloon art entertaining the youth as they exited the Family Wellness Fair. Submitted photo.
Hand washing demonstrated ... Pictured in the photo above from the Veterans Memorial Hospital Wellness Fair is Tara Reisinger, RN, Infection Control Manager at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon demonstrating correct hand washing procedures to stop the spread of germs. Submitted photo.
The ‘annual’ Veterans Memorial Hospital “Family Wellness Fair” returned this year following a three-year hold due to COVID-19 regulations. This annually-scheduled event was finally held again May 11 in both the hospital and new Veterans Memorial Hospital Medical Clinic-Waukon locations. A good number of attendees enjoyed the information and activities provided by nearly 40 agencies and businesses that serve Allamakee and northern Clayton counties.
Entertainment for the evening included special appearances by “Klyde Thinger” the Clown, and balloon artist Mike Chapman. In addition, a Waukon Fire Department fire truck and hospital ambulance were on site in the front entrance to the clinic for children to view. Face painting was offered as well.
Veterans Memorial Hospital sponsored a health fair at the event and offered many free health tests, assessments and information throughout the evening. Gundersen Waukon Clinic was in attendance offering skin cancer checks. Nutritious snacks were offered compliments of the hospital’s Nutrition Services department.
This family event is held each Spring and is free and open to all members of the area communities.
