ALBANY, N.Y. (Sept. 4, 2024) — Capital Region residents are invited to experience a transformative day of health and wellness at Maria College’s Health & Wellness Fair on Wed., Sept. 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marian Hall, 700 New Scotland Ave.
Co-sponsored with St. Peter’s Health Partners, the event will feature free produce from the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, outdoor yoga, virtual reality fitness sessions, and an array of local vendors.
“The event is designed to unite the community and raise awareness about available health resources and services,” explained Maria College Student Success Coordinator Selena Dwarka. “Attendees can enjoy free cider donuts, meet therapy dogs from Hudson Valley Paws for a Cause, and access essential cancer screenings. We’ll also provide social needs screenings, healthcare and daycare information, and a range of self-care activities.”
Vendors include MVP Health Care, Maria College services, MOMS Program, Brightside Up, Baby Café, Jewish Family Services of NENY, Capital District Tobacco Free Communities, Spina Bifida Association of New York State, St. Peter’s School of Nursing, Eddy Alzheimer’s, Bowled, and Albany Neighborhood Naturally Occurring Retirement Community, which helps those over 60 age in place.
“Maria College is excited to partner with St. Peter’s Health Partners for this Health & Wellness Fair,” said President Lynn Ortale, Ph.D. “As a top healthcare educator in the Capital Region, we’re dedicated to enhancing our community’s well-being. This event reflects our commitment to service and hospitality.”
“At St. Peter’s Health Partners, community health and well-being are central to our Mission,” added SPHP Manager of Community Engagement Sheilah McCart. “We’re grateful for our partnership with Maria College, which helps us connect with our neighbors. Events like this provide crucial education and resources, empowering our community to lead healthier lives.”
For more information, please call Selena Dwarka at (518) 903-3427, or email sdwarka@mariacollege.edu.
About Maria College
Founded in 1958, Maria College is one of 17 colleges and universities in the United States sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas. The private, co-educational, Catholic college in Albany serves approximately 800 students in a variety of bachelor’s, associate’s and master’s degree, and certificate programs, including liberal arts, healthcare management, nursing, psychology, occupational therapy, public health, and health and occupational sciences. Learn more at MariaCollege.edu.
About St. Peter’s Health Partners
With 11,000 employees in more than 185 locations, St. Peter’s Health Partners is one of the Capital Region’s largest and most comprehensive not-for-profit integrated health care networks, and provides high-quality, compassionate, and sophisticated care to thousands of people every day. St. Peter’s Health Partners is a member of Trinity Health, one of the nation’s largest Catholic health systems. For more information, please visit SPHP.com.