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There are no events scheduled at this time. Please check back soon! Past Events and Photo AlbumsHealth Fair Spells Success Representatives of Des Plaines Pounds Down were more than pleased with the turnout at the Des Plaines Family Health Fair, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, Saturday, October 11, 2008, at the Des Plaines Park District’s Prairie Lakes Community Center, 515 E. Thacker Street. Over 200 individuals turned out to undergo a variety of free health screenings, gather information on healthy lifestyles and sample healthy cooking at a nutritional cooking demonstration. The recently formed Des Plaines Pounds Down Committee organized the family-oriented event which featured services and amenities, many which were free, offered by local health/fitness related agencies and businesses. It was one of several recent events sponsored by Des Plaines Pounds Down, a program initially launched by Des Plaines Mayor Tony Arredia and 5th Ward Alderman Carla Brookman. Concerned about improving the overall health of the entire community, the two Officials evaluated Oklahoma City’s Program entitled "This City is Going On A Diet." Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Corneti had spearheaded that program. The Des Plaines program was inspired by the program, but was adapted to the needs of the local community. One of the highlights of the Health Fair included a Healthy Cooking Demonstration provided Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Sara A. Swiderski, RD, LDN; Anita Brown, Culinary Coach; and Diane Schmidt, Sharing the Gift of Health. Horton Chiropractic sponsored the demonstration. Joe Caputo & Sons Fruit Market donated food items for the event and Casa Royale Banquets provided tablecloths. Bone Density Screenings on the Portable Dexa Scanner and Sleep Screenings were provided by the Immediate Care/Occupational Health Clinic/Resurrection/Holy Family Medical Center. Free Tote Bags were also provided by the Immediate Care/ Occupational Health Clinic/Resurrection/Holy Family Medical Center. Cholesterol Screenings/Blood Glucose, Body Fat/Body Mass Index (BMI) Testing Blood Pressure Checks, Hearing & Vision Screening were provided by the Immediate Care/Occupational Health Clinic/Resurrection/Holy Family Medical Center, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, and the Des Plaines Health & Human Services Division. Many screenings were offered free. A panel entitled "Health & Wellness from the Chiropractic Perspective" was hosted by Horton Chiropractic, Chiro One Wellness Center, and Des Plaines Chiropractic. Dr. Janet Horton, Dr. Sarah Ghorbanian and Dr. Michael Bagby of these practices have been active members of Des Plaines Pounds Down since its inception in the summer. Lattof YMCA provided the Climbing Wall for children outside the Prairie Lakes facility where the Health Fair was held. In addition, there were drawings for free memberships at the Des Plaines Park District’s Prairie Lakes Fitness Center, tours of Prairie Lakes Fitness Center and Free Trials. Members of the Des Plaines Police and Fire Departments, as well as a representative of Cook County Sheriff Dart’s Office, sponsored displays at the Health Fair offering free giveaways and information on safety, security, and fire prevention. According to Shelli Sarg of the Des Plaines Park District and one of the key coordinators of the Family Health Fair, "We were extremely pleased with the turnout for the Family Health Fair. Today’s families are truly interested in healthy lifestyles and Des Plaines Pounds Down, an all encompassing health/fitness focused program, provides something for everyone. Members of Pounds Down become entitled to discounted health related programs and receive important information regarding opportunities on how they can improve their lifestyles." The Des Plaines Park District recently issued official Pounds Down cards that entitle members to these opportunities. In addition, Pounds Down members are given log cards encouraging members to keep track of their blood pressure, weight and activity on a regular basis. "Since its inception several local agencies and businesses have joined offering incentives and venues to assist individuals in their efforts to become "healthier." These incentives concern health, exercise and diet," Alderman Carla Brookman said. Previous Des Plaines Pounds Down events have included an Exercise in the Park series and a Walking Club. Several health related businesses in the community have offered discounted programs and opportunities to their clients if they are Pounds Down members. Pounds Down members, who already number over 400, are encouraged to make healthy personal choices regarding these incentives. Individuals wishing to find out more about Pounds Down are encouraged to browse this section of the website or call 847-391-5711 (the Des Plaines Park District) or 847-391-5301 (Mayor’s Office). Photo AlbumThe Des Plaines Pounds Down Family Health Fair brought out over 200 people on a recent Saturday morning. Pictured are photos from the very successful event.
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