Community Comes Together for Mental Health Awareness: Gwinnett County Hosts Free Health Fair on May 11

Gwinnett County is hosting a community health fair in support of Mental Health Awareness Month on Saturday, May 11. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center in Suwanee, according to officials from Live Healthy Gwinnett, a program focused on improving community health in the area.

The event is free of charge and will include interactive demonstrations, health screenings, and opportunities to connect with local agencies. CareSource and GUIDE, Inc., two organizations dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and providing valuable resources for individuals and families, are sponsoring the event.

Project Coordinator Carion Marcelin expressed excitement about the health fair, stating, “We are thrilled to host this community health fair to promote mental health awareness and empower residents with valuable resources and information.” She added that by coming together as a community, they can break the stigma surrounding mental health and encourage individuals to prioritize their well-being.

For more information about the event or Live Healthy Gwinnett’s mission to improve community health in Gwinnett County, visit LiveHealthyGwinnett.com.