The Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc. and Osborne Association have partnered to host a National Health Center Week Celebration with a free community event on Wednesday, August 7, from noon to 4 p.m., at 34 Benwood Avenue in Buffalo. This family-friendly event will feature a variety of activities, including games, music, food, rock climbing wall, face painting, community resources, and vendors. Free school supplies will also be available while supplies last.
The 2024 National Health Center Week (NHCW), from August 4 to 10, is an annual celebration aimed at increasing awareness of the essential medical services provided by community health centers. This year’s theme, “Powering Communities Through Caring Connections,” highlights the critical role these centers play in advancing community health and well-being.

Community Health Centers provide vital primary and preventive health care services to communities in need. The week is a celebration of commitment to accessible and comprehensive healthcare for all. The Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc., with locations in Erie and Niagara Counties, serves all patients regardless of their ability to pay.

The National Health Center Week Celebration event is sponsored by Univera Healthcare, Fidelis Care, Molina Healthcare, and Wegmans. Donations for the event have been provided by The Teacher’s Desk and Shifting Gears Unlimited, LLC.

For more information about the National Health Center Week Celebration, call 716-986-9199, ext. 2012. Note, an event rain date is scheduled for Wednesday, August 14.

The Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc., a Federally Qualified Health Center, operates locations in Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Cheektowaga, and Lockport. The Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc. is committed to providing access to quality and culturally sensitive health care to all, regardless of an ability to pay, offering free or discounted fees for patients who qualify.

The Osborne Association serves individuals, families, and communities affected by the criminal legal system. Through its programs, opportunities are offered for people to heal from and repair harm, restore their lives, and thrive. The Osborne Association challenges systems rooted in racism and retribution and fights for policies and practices that promote true safety, justice, and liberation.

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