ALEXANDRIA, La. – On Saturday, January 25, Alexandria Mall hosted an engaging health and wellness event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shoppers had the chance to participate in various health screenings and learn about local resources that can help them stay healthy.
This event was made possible by Healthy Blue. A representative, Monette Bourque, explained the goal behind the event. “With a new year beginning, we want people to kick things off in a healthy way. We aim to educate the community about available resources and provide screenings that promote prevention,” she said.
Valarie Williams, a Family Nurse Practitioner and owner of Peace of Mind Psychiatric Services, also shared her thoughts on the importance of mental health. “For me, it’s personal. I have family members affected by mental health issues. In central Louisiana, many suffer in silence. The CDC reports that 18.5% of Americans experienced undiagnosed depression in 2023. In the African-American community, especially among men, there is a stigma around admitting mental health struggles,” she explained. “I want to raise awareness about the services we offer and encourage open conversations about mental health.”
To learn more about the services provided by Williams, you can visit Peace of Mind Psychiatric Services. For a list of all the community vendors present at the health and wellness event, check out the Alexandria Mall website here.
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