WEST GROVE, PA — LCH Health and Community Services launched National Health Center Week with a Community Partner Picnic at its West Grove location on August 1st. The event brought together multiple community partners for networking, collaboration, and a tour of LCH’s facilities. This annual celebration highlights the crucial role of community health centers in providing accessible healthcare.
Several community partners participated, including Avon Grove School District, Avon Grove Library, YMCA Greater Brandywine, Maternal Health and Child Consortium, CCIU Migrant Education Program, KACS, and Oxford Neighborhood Services.
Attendees toured the Pia Center for Behavioral Health to gain insights into the mental health services LCH offers. This facility provides essential support, emphasizing LCH’s holistic approach to healthcare.
Ronan W. Gannon, CEO of LCH Health and Community Services, expressed gratitude: “We are honored to host this event and thankful for the ongoing support from our community partners. Together, we can continue to make a significant impact on the health and well-being of our community.”
National Health Center Week raises awareness about the mission and accomplishments of America’s health centers. This year’s theme, “Celebrating Health Centers: The Key to Healthier Communities,” was embodied by the kickoff event at LCH. LCH will be celebrating each themed day, including a Community Health Screening for Agricultural Worker Day, a giveaway in partnership with Longwood Gardens on Patient Appreciation Day, and treats for staff from a donor and Herr Foods.
The Eagles Eye Mobile, powered by Vision to Learn, visited the LCH West Grove location to offer free vision screenings and glasses to pediatric patients. This collaboration ensured that children received necessary vision care, underscoring LCH’s commitment to comprehensive community health.
Kate Wickersham, LCH’s Director of Development, highlighted the event’s importance: “Our Community Partner Picnic was a tremendous success, bringing together organizations dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of those we serve. These partnerships are critical to providing a safety net for the community and enhancing the services we provide at LCH. We’re excited to celebrate National Health Center Week with our partners, our patients, our staff, and our supporters!”
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