Free Food, Games, and Wellness

Family Health Center, Inc. invites families to join us for Child Wellness Day at the James A. Townley Center, where we’ll provide essential services including Child Medicaid screenings, TDAP vaccines for incoming 7th graders, and sports physicals for children ages 0–18. TruCare will also offer nutrition education for families, along with a helpful presentation explaining the difference between wellness screenings and sports physicals. It’s more than just a health event, enjoy free food, games, and music while taking care of your child’s well-being in a fun, welcoming environment for all.

For More Information Contact:
Email: marketing@laurelfhc-ms.com
Phone: (601) 425-3033

May 16, 2026

10:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M.

James A. Townley Center

516 South 13th Avenue

Laurel, MS 39440

TDAP Shots

Protect your child’s health with the Tdap vaccine—an essential immunization that guards against tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough. Recommended for children entering 7th grade, this vaccine is often required for school enrollment.

Medicaid Wellness Screenings

Child Medicaid screenings help ensure your child has access to the healthcare coverage they need to grow and thrive. During this quick and simple process, families can check eligibility, update information, and get guidance on available benefits.

Sports Physicals

Sports physicals help ensure your child is healthy, safe, and ready to participate in school and recreational activities. These exams check overall health, identify potential risks, and are often required before joining a team.

Food, Games, Prizes

Child Wellness Day isn’t just about checkups; it’s a day of fun for the whole family. Enjoy free food, games, and prizes throughout the event. While you take care of your child’s health needs, they can laugh, play, and enjoy the day, making wellness something everyone looks forward to.

Education - Nutrition and Wellness Screenings vs. Sports Physicals

TrueCare will provide nutrition education with practical tips for building balanced meals and encouraging better habits, along with a clear explanation of the difference between wellness screenings and sports physicals

Ask About Your FREE Incentive Gift Card!

Be sure to ask about our incentive Visa gift card when your child completes a wellness screening at Child Wellness Day. It’s our way of rewarding families for taking an important step toward better health.

Whole Body Move Dance Challenge!

The Whole Body Move Dance Challenge is an entertaining way to move your body in a fun way to help you stay healthy and promote healthy lifestyle changes, especially for children. This dance challenge is a social media campaign encouraging the community to create a line dance to the popular hip hop song "Whole Body Move" produced by Mississippi's own, Palm Tree Entertainment.

So download the song below and send your creative line dance to your participating location to support Mississippians everywhere in making healthier lifestyle changes!

Click here or email: marketing@laurelfhc-ms.com to learn more about how to enter the challenge!