21 Sep 2016 A Day of Caring serves community

Unity Health recently held its 20th Annual A Day of Caring.

A total of 1,384 participants received assistance through the day of medical mission, which helps uninsured and underinsured residents of White County and the surrounding areas.

This year, more than 391 volunteers from Unity Health and the community united to serve at the outreach event, which was held in the Harding Academy High School gym. Also, 29 local organizations set up booths to provide educational materials to participants on health and social services.  

“We are always amazed at the remarkable turnout of volunteers and sponsors,” said Unity Health Marketing Director Brooke Pryor. “The spirit of volunteerism in our community is tremendous, and our hospital is proud to be part of a community that cares for its neighbors. Thank you to each volunteer and sponsor who served at A Day of Caring.”

Physicians, physician residents, dentists, eye doctors and pharmacies from the local medical community donated their time and services to see patients. As a result, 71 medical exams, 161 dental screenings and 62 eye screenings were performed and prescriptions were filled for 51 participants. Pap exams, depression screenings and blood sugar checks were also given.

A total of 652 bags of school supplies and 680 pairs of shoes were given to children present. Hair stylists gave 157 haircuts, 545 bags of groceries were distributed and 1,116 Gideon Bibles were given out to participants. Other items given out included personal care products, diapers, and children’s socks and underwear. Also, 1,700 lunches were distributed to participants and volunteers.