AccessHealth Celebrates National Health Center Week August 4–10

Every August, the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) sponsors National Health Center Week (NHCW) to celebrate and increase awareness of America’s 1,400 Community Health Centers (CHCs). National Health Center Week is an opportunity to highlight the commitment and passion of Community Health Center staff, board members, and supporters who make it possible to provide quality, comprehensive healthcare services to more than 31.5 million patients across nearly 15,000 communities annually. 

#NHCW24 Theme: Powering Communities Through Caring Connections. From August 4-10, 2024, we recognize a dedicated focus day. 

Sunday, August 4, 2024 Public Health in Housing Day
Monday, August 5, 2024
 Healthcare for People Experiencing Homelessness Day
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
Agricultural Worker Health Day
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
 Patient Appreciation Day
Thursday, August 8, 2024
Stakeholder Appreciation Day
Friday, August 9, 2024
Health Center Staff Appreciation Day
Saturday, August 10, 2024
 Children’s Health Day

At AccessHealth, we are proud to be a part of this incredible movement. Serving the communities of Fort Bend and Waller Counties, AccessHealth is dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including adult and pediatric care, women’s health, dental services, counseling, an on-site pharmacy, substance use, HIV support, and more. Our teams works tirelessly to address the social determinants of health and to ensure that everyone in our community has access to the care they need. During National Health Center Week, we are reminded of the importance of the work we do. 

On Saturday, August 3 and Saturday, August 10, our health fairs support families during the back-to-school season providing free backpacks, free school supplies, along with free immunizations, vision, dental, and health screenings. We also provide educational workshops and outreach activities designed to support the well-being of our community.

This week is not only a celebration but also a call to action. We invite you to join us in recognizing the impact of Community Health Centers and to support our efforts in powering communities through caring connections. Together, we can continue to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Let's celebrate National Health Center Week by acknowledging the hard work and dedication of our staff, board members, and supporters. Your contributions are vital to our mission of improving health outcomes and enhancing the quality of life in our communities. Thank you for being a part of the AccessHealth family!