The Annual Back to School Health and Resource Fair targets our youth and families and promotes HIV awareness and community health with the use of entertainment, refreshments, raffles, and resources. We conclude the event by providing free backpacks and school supplies to those in attendance. The B2S Health & Resource Fair is one of WSPCA's signature events and is celebrating its 21st year serving the community. All are welcome!
He's Back!!!!! DJ Cymba a Chicago-based DJ, host and event curator, known for his ability to mix tracks of the nostalgic past and a fresh present. DJ Cymba selects sounds that take us through time via unexpected yet seamless blends of HipHop, RnB, Funk, Soul, Gospel, and Trap. Often combining B-side selections with current trending hits, Cymba creates a safe space for his audience to reflect on timeless gems and create new memories. We are excited DJ Cymba will be back to entertain the crowds!
In addition to over twenty-five vendors participating in this year's event, we're proud to present this year's sponsors and thank them for their continued support:
West Suburban Medical Center
Resilience Healthcare
BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois
UI Health | UIC
AIDS Foundation of Chicago
Loretto Hospital
B-Health
Resilience Healthcare owns and operates hospitals and medical facilities. Notably, West Suburban Medical Center in Oak Park, Illinois, and Weiss Memorial Hospital in the Uptown neighborhood. Their focus is to provide comprehensive healthcare services within the communities they serve, with an emphasis on improving care and investing in their facilities and staff. They also have a Resilience Healthcare Chicago Graduate Education Foundation, highlighting a commitment to medical education and research.
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) is member-owned health insurance company serving residents across Illinois. Founded in 1936, it's the largest health insurer in the state, with millions of members and a vast network of providers, including hospitals, primary care physicians, and specialists.
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B Health, a physical therapy and holistic wellness practice located in Oak Park, IL, which is a western suburb of Chicago. They emphasize a personalized, patient-centered approach with comprehensive evaluations and integrated treatment methods to optimize movement and overall well-being.
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UI Health, which is the academic health enterprise of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC). It's a comprehensive healthcare system that integrates clinical care, education, and research. UI Health provides a full spectrum of healthcare services, from primary to highly specialized care, while also playing a vital role in medical education and research within Illinois and beyond.
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Loretto Hospital is a community-centered, not-for-profit acute care hospital located on the West Side of Chicago, specifically serving the Austin and surrounding communities. Since 1923, Loretto has a long history of providing essential medical care and community health services to the local population.
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