Marion, Carbondale to host free health fairs for Heartland seniors Sept. 22-23

MARION & CARBONDALE, Ill. (Heartland News) - Heartland seniors will have access to free health screenings, services and informational resources during two upcoming senior health fairs scheduled for Marion and Carbondale.

Both fairs are free to the public and will feature local healthcare providers, senior service organizations, and legislative information. Attendees will have the opportunity to speak directly with community service representatives, ask questions about available programs, and receive free preventative health screenings.

The first event will take place Tuesday, September 22, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at The HUB Recreation Center, 917 W. Main St. in Marion.

A second fair is set for Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Carbondale Civic Center, 200 S. Illinois Ave.

State Sen. Paul Jacobs is partnering with state Reps. Patrick Windhorst and Scott Doody to host the two events.