St. Francis Outreach Bus To Offer Free Health Screenings

ROSLYN, NY — St. Francis Hospital’s outreach bus will visit locations across the Town of North Hempstead to conduct free health screenings in a partnership with the town’s aging-in-place initiative, Project Independence.

The screenings, set to begin in March, will include a brief cardiac history, blood pressure monitoring, a simple blood test for cholesterol and a diabetes screening, accompanied by patient education and referrals as needed for clients above the age of 18.

“Project Independence is proud to partner with the St. Francis Hospital Community Outreach Program to hold free health screenings for our residents throughout the Town of North Hempstead with the goal of providing access to high quality healthcare to all in our community,” stated Supervisor Judi Bosworth in a news release.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, screenings will be held outside under the awning of the bus weather permitting. Large indoor spaces are reserved in case of inclement weather. All patients will be required to wear a mask and to sanitize their hands before the screening. Additionally, patients will be asked COVID-19 screening questions and they will have their temperature checked before the screening.

The screenings will be held on:

Tuesday, March 9, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fuschillo Park, Carle Road at Broadmoor Ln., Carle Place

Thursday, April 8, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Hempstead “Yes We Can” Community Center, 141 Garden St., Westbury

Friday, April 16, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Clinton G. Martin Park, 1601 Marcus Ave., New Hyde Park

Tuesday, April 21, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Great Neck Social Center, 80 Grace Ave., Great Neck

Monday, May 17, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Port Washington Adult Activities Center, 80 Manorhaven Blvd., Port Washington

Wednesday, May 19, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Magnolia Gardens, 899 Broadway, Westbury

Thursday, June 10, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Manhasset Valley Residence, 155 East Shore Rd., Manhasset

For more information, call 311 or (516) 869-6311.