Independent Health community event with free giveaways [Video]

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Independent Health Foundation is giving away school supplies and free health screenings as part of their ‘Good for the Neighborhood’ program.

The program’s mission is to empower those in underserved communities to eat right, be active, see their doctor, and live a smoke-free lifestyle according to their website. 

Their upcoming event will be held at West Side Community Services located on 161 Vermont St on July 25 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Kids will be able to get school supplies and compete in a raffle for two bicycles. Visitors coming to the event can receive a free health screening, including blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as meet with an Independent Health pharmacist.

Sierra ‘The Fruit Lady’ will be there and provide smoothie samples. Each family in attendance will also receive a bag of …