Prime Highlights
- UK HealthCare’s free Back-to-School Extravaganza offers sports physicals, vision screenings, school supplies and family activities in North Lexington.
- The event is organised by UK HealthCare’s Office of Health Disparities alongside faith leaders, community groups and Fayette County Public Schools centres.
Key Facts
- UK HealthCare is the hospitals and clinics of the University of Kentucky, with over 10,000 dedicated healthcare professionals serving the Commonwealth.
- The event is free and open to the public, bringing health services, school essentials and family activities together under one roof in North Lexington.
Background
UK HealthCare is bringing health services, school essentials and family fun together at a free Back-to-School Extravaganza in North Lexington, aimed at removing barriers and putting essential resources directly in the hands of local families.
The carnival-style event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the second week of July at Consolidated Baptist Church, 1625 Russell Cave Road, and is open to the public at no cost. UK HealthCare’s Office of Health Disparities is organising the event in partnership with local faith leaders, community organisations and Fayette County Public Schools Family Resource and Youth Services Centres.
Families attending can access free sports physicals and vision screenings, pick up backpacks and school supplies, and explore resources covering internet safety, oral health, nutrition and mental health. The Kid Zone will offer colouring tables, activity books and giveaways, while Kona Ice, hot dogs, popcorn and cotton candy will be available throughout the day.
The Golisano Children’s UK Mobile Clinic will be on site to conduct sports physicals, with appointments required. Families can book a slot by calling or texting 859-487-9153. The Safe Kids programme will also be present, offering child safety education and guidance.
Tukea Talbert, chief health disparities officer at UK HealthCare, said the event is dedicated to giving students a strong, healthy start to the new school year, and that the goal is to ensure every child begins the year prepared, supported and set up for success.
UK HealthCare is the hospitals and clinics of the University of Kentucky, serving critically ill patients across the Commonwealth with more than 10,000 healthcare professionals.
