Lakay Accès Santé at Essex County's 2nd Road to Wellness!
Community Health Fair at Branch Brook Park
Sunday, September 28, 2025 | Newark, NJ
On Sunday, September 28, 2025, our team joined the 2nd Annual Road to Wellness Mobile Health Fair at Branch Brook Park (Cherry Blossom Welcome Center), Newark—organized by the Essex County Office of Public Health Management. It was an inspiring day of connection and care alongside county partners and the Essex County Mobile Health Clinic.
The Road to Wellness Mobile Health Fair at Branch Brook Park
A Day of Free Health & Social Services
The fair brought together a comprehensive range of free services for the community:
Health Screenings
- Blood pressure checks
- BMI measurements
- Glucose testing
- HIV/STI screenings
Prevention Services
- Cancer screening referrals
- Smoking cessation programs
- Educational materials
Social Services
- Health insurance enrollment
- SNAP enrollment assistance
- Youth housing support
- Job training services
Mental Health
- Mental health resources
- Substance-use support
- Counseling connections
Lakay Accès Santé team connecting with community members
Our Contribution to the Community
LAS was glad to contribute by providing essential resources and connecting community members to services:
Health information brochures and resources in multiple languages
Complete dental hygiene supplies for community members
Back-to-school essentials for students and families
Helping residents navigate and access available resources
Essex County Mobile Health Clinic providing screenings
Essex County Mobile Health Clinic
The Mobile Health Clinic was a centerpiece of the event, bringing medical services directly to the community. This innovative approach removes barriers to healthcare access by:
Mobile Access
Bringing services to where people are
No Cost
Free screenings and consultations
Convenient
No appointment necessary
Professional Care
Qualified healthcare providers
Smiles and connections throughout the day
Community Impact
The 2nd Annual Road to Wellness brought together healthcare providers, social service organizations, and community members in a powerful demonstration of collective care. By offering free screenings, educational resources, and connections to vital services—all in one accessible location—the fair eliminated common barriers to health and wellness.
🌟 Accessibility
Free services at a community gathering space
🤲 Equity
Resources for all, regardless of insurance status
💪 Empowerment
Knowledge and tools for better health
🫱🏾🫲🏽 Connection
Building trust between providers and community
Our amazing volunteers and community partners
Join Us at Future Events
Events like the Road to Wellness remind us of the power of community-centered health care. Stay connected with Lakay Accès Santé to learn about upcoming community health fairs, workshops, and screening events.