September is Known as “Latino Heritage Month”, and this year United Way of Lawrence County partnered with The Primary Health Network to host a community health feir to mark this occasion on Sunday, August 15, 3-5pm st Whiting’s Ball Park, New Wilmington, PA. The event is coordinated by Maria Delgado, Latino Commissioner for Lawrence County, PA Governor’s Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs. Maria has been working diligently with the Latino population in Lawrence County since her appointment in January 2020.
*The complexion of Lawrence County is changing with the increase of Latino families relocating to our area, and we are here to help them navigate this transition,” said Maria Delgado.”
The festivities will take place at Whiting’s Ball Park, New Wilmington and there will be free food, giveaways and most importantly healthcare resources. Nicole Tarr, Operations Administration Manager, Primary Health Network stated,” We are excited to partner with United Way of Lawrence County and the PA Governor’s Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs for this health fair.” Primary Health Network offers comprehensive primary care and numerous specialty services, as well as working within communities by participating in health fairs and networking with local organizations. Primary Health Network stands ready to meet the healthcare needs of our communities, and we will continue to laok to me future as we continue to provide quality healthcare to the The Northwest Tri-County IU-5 will be coordinating the activities for the children and they also provide tutoring services to this population. Crisis Shelter will provide information on the array of services offered by their agency as well as other organizations and churches. United Way of Lawrence County has been working closely with the Latino Families in Lawrence County since they arrived in 2017 due to Hurricane Maria.
The community is encouraged to attend to help celebrate “Latino Heritage Month”. If you have any questions, feel free to contect the United Wey of Lawrence
County at 724-658-8528 or wlawtty.org.