Marion County seniors invited to free health expo and wellness walk

The 5th annual All Things Senior Health Expo and 3K/5K will be held Saturday at the Frederick Douglass Family Center, offering free health screenings, a walk around Douglas Park, and vendor activities.

Marion County is holding the 5th annual All Things Senior Health Expo and 3K/5K this Saturday at the Frederick Douglass Family Center. The free event is part of the Foster Grandparents Program run by Community Action of Greater Indianapolis. Organizers say it aims to support and empower older residents by bringing health resources to them. The program plans screenings, demonstrations, and entertainment for attendees. Key details: - Event: 5th annual All Things Senior Health Expo and accompanying 3K/5K walk. - Date and location: Saturday at the Frederick Douglass Family Center; the walk follows routes around Douglas Park. - Schedule: Registration begins at 7 a.m.; the walk starts at 8 a.m. and will go on rain or shine; the indoor health expo begins at 9 a.m.; breakfast will be provided. - Services and activities: Free mammograms and other health screenings are offered, along with line dancing, massages, food demonstrations, and a range of vendors with city services. - Organizers and purpose: The event is part of the Foster Grandparents Program; advisory board member Deidra Coleman and Program Director Shalita Pernell are cited describing the effort to connect seniors with needed resources. Summary: Organizers say the expo is intended to increase access to health resources and celebrate the well-being of older residents in Marion County. The day combines an early morning 3K/5K walk with a later indoor expo featuring screenings, demonstrations, and local service providers. The event is scheduled to proceed Saturday rain or shine, with registration and event times noted above.