CHATTANOOGA, TN, MARCH 15, 2025 – The Chattanooga (TN) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated will host the 2025 Black Family Wellness Expo on Saturday, March 15, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The event aims to reduce health and economic disparities while saving and improving lives within the Black community. This initiative in Chattanooga focuses on addressing various health, educational, and economic challenges that negatively impact the well-being and quality of life for many residents. The local event will take place at Orchard Knob Missionary Baptist Church, located at 1734 East 3rd Street, Chattanooga, TN 37404. It is part of The Links, Incorporated’s nationwide Black Family Wellness Expos, held across the country on March 15, 2025, with the goal of mobilizing its membership to enhance outcomes for Black families.
The Black Family Wellness Expo supports The Links National Wellness Expo’s mission to raise awareness about conditions that shorten or impact the quality of life within the Black community. The event is designed to benefit the entire Black family, from infants to senior citizens. The Black Family Wellness Expo will address a variety of important issues, including: Workshops: “AARP Are You Ready,” Veterans “What You Should Know,” Scam Prevention, Healthy Cooking, and Nutritionist Guidance. There will also be information on prenatal, newborn care and maternal health, breast and prostate cancer awareness, kidney disease, heart health, and blood donations. Other areas addressed will include sign-up and information for organ and tissue donor awareness, HIV awareness and testing, caregiver resources, tax preparation, voter registration and information, and much more. This comprehensive event aims to provide essential resources and support to help improve the health and well-being of Black families.
Partnerships with Orchard Knob Missionary Baptist Church and several local agencies, The Chattanooga Links will work to support underserved, disadvantaged, disabled, and elderly populations in the East Chattanooga, Avondale, and Churchville areas. By partnering with these local organizations, The Links aim to provide targeted communities with access to comprehensive, holistic assistance that empowers individuals to take control of and improve their financial, physical, and mental health. We look forward to your attendance on Saturday, March 15, 2025. The workshops will be held from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM, and the vendors will be available from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Orchard Knob Missionary Baptist Church, located at 1734 East 3rd Street, Chattanooga, TN. We believe that together “We can all make a difference in our community.”