Porter-Leath’s
AmeriCorps program recently held its annual spring extravaganza, “Hopping for
Health” in partnership with the City of Memphis at the Bickford Community
Center. This free community event provided children and families access to health,
wellness information and services with more than 35 informational and health screening
vendors present. More than 250 participants including Porter-Leath children and
families along with community residents visited to learn about living
healthy lifestyles.
Highlights during the event included the LeBonheur mobile
screening unit, the Kidz Kountry Petting Zoo, Beale Street Corvette Club and
Memphis Fit Kids. Also on hand were the Memphis Police and Fire Departments
presenting safety demonstrations and awareness. Hopping for Health focused on
motivating children and families to live a more active lifestyle with fitness
demonstrations throughout the day.
This event was made possible by Ford Jarratt
Realty & Development Company, Smile Memphis and The Junior League of
Memphis!