To everyone who joined us, the public, our special guests, vendors, and community groups, at our three Community Health Fairs last week celebrating 2026 National Health Center Week, we say A BIG THANK YOU! From health screenings and community resources to face painting, a bouncy castle, live music, and great food, each fair brought neighbors together for an afternoon of connection, fun, and wellness. We’re grateful to everyone who helped make it such a memorable week.
A special shout-out to our fair sponsors — we couldn’t have done it without you: Healthfirst, Burger King, Rotary International, MVP Health Care, EmblemHealth, Blood Cancer United, Anthem, Always Compassionate Health, Molina Healthcare, Fidelis Care, News 12, UnitedHealthcare, and VNS Health.
We also wish to acknowledge our special guests: The Honorable Andrea Stewart-Cousins, New York State Senate Majority Leader; The Honorable Shelley B. Mayer, New York State Senator; MaryJane Shimsky, New York State Assemblymember District 92; The Honorable Shawyn Patterson-Howard, Mayor, City of Mount Vernon; Paul Feiner, Town Supervisor, Town of Greenburgh; Derrick Thompson, City Council President, City of Mount Vernon; Dr. Mandar Jadhav, Deputy Director of Federal Affairs, National Association of Community Health Centers; Derek Tobia, MPA, Senior Director of Financial Strategy, Community Health Care Association of New York State; Adriana Chacón-Zguro, Senior Director of Program Development, Community Health Care Association of New York State; Symra Brandon, Director of Community Affairs for New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins; Joel Araujo, Constituent Liaison, Office of New York State Representative Chris Burdick; and Awilda Alvarado from the Office of Westchester County District Attorney, Susan Cacace.