Black Family Wellness Expo Saturday Will Offer Free Dental Screenings For Children

The Pasadena-Altadena Chapter of The Links, Incorporated will host a Black Family Wellness Expo on March 15 at the Jackie Robinson Community Center. Part of the National Impact Day of Service, this bilingual event aims to address health disparities in the Black community while providing essential resources for families, particularly those affected by the recent Eaton/Altadena Fires.

In response to the devastating Eaton/Altadena Fires, the expo will focus largely on supporting the mental health and well-being of children and families, especially those affected by the disaster.

Partnering with healthcare providers, faith-based organizations, and community groups, the Pasadena-Altadena Links are committed to “strengthening our community—Dena Strong—by addressing critical health needs, fostering healing, and promoting self-care and rebuilding.”

A highlight of the expo will be the Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures Dental Van, identified as “A Children’s Oral Health Improvement Program.” The van will provide free dental screenings for children ages 1-12.

Children will learn proper brushing, flossing, and the importance of good nutrition. Each child will receive a dental care kit that includes a personalized “dental report card,” toothbrush, and toothpaste. Parents or guardians must accompany children and sign a screening permission form.

The event supports The Links’ National Wellness Initiative by raising awareness of health conditions affecting the Black community.

In addition to dental screenings, the expo will feature workshops on mental health for all ages, a teen workshop on building friendships, free health screenings, and resources for fire relief, physical health, and social services.

The Black Family Wellness Expo will run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Jackie Robinson Community Center, located at 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave. in Pasadena. Healthy snacks and food will be available for attendees.

The Links, Incorporated is an international, nonprofit corporation established in 1946. With more than 17,000 professional women of African descent across 299 chapters located in 41 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, and the United Kingdom, it is one of the nation’s oldest and largest volunteer service organizations. Members contribute over one million documented community service hours annually.

The Pasadena-Altadena Chapter, chartered in 1963, has served the community for 62 years through programs focused on cultural, educational, and civic engagement. The chapter has 58 active and alumnae members dedicated to service in five key areas: The Arts, Health and Human Services, National Trends, Services to Youth, and International Trends.

For more information or registration details, contact Debra Ward-Samad, Co-Chair, at (323) 228-3037 or email bfwellness91109@gmail.com.