Health screenings, diapers, food: Visit 2|42 on Saturday for free resources
GENOA TWP. — An annual giveaway and resource fair at 2|42 Community Church will supply food, clothing, haircuts, health screenings and more to residents in need.
More than 50 nonprofits, public service agencies and businesses will be present at "Community Connect" from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3, at 7526 Grand River Ave. in Genoa Township.
“Everybody needs help once in a while," said Amy Johnston, a community planner for the Homelessness Continuum of Care and Human Services Collaborative Body.
Johnston said hundreds have attended past events, and residents' needs have only grown in a challenging economy.
"It’s universally accessible (to Livingston County residents), so we don’t have any qualifiers. If you feel you need to connect with resources, please come," she said.
Items available at no cost will include:
Hats, coats and gloves
Food and boxed lunches
Socks and blankets
Laundry detergent
Personal care items and diapers
Services available at no cost will include:
Haircuts
Pediatric dental screenings
Vision screenings
Ear exams
Blood pressure and glucose screenings
Foot health evaluations
Flu vaccines
Legal consultations
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The event is also an opportunity for residents to learn about other benefits, resources and assistance available to them.
This year's event is funded by a grant the Homeless Continuum of Care receives, plus sponsorships from the Bank of Ann Arbor, Sunrise Rotary, Brighton Masonic Lodge, and Livingston County United Way.
— Contact reporter Jennifer Eberbach at jeberbach@livingstondaily.com.
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