Over 100 persons with mental health disabilities were invited to attend the third annual Health & Wellness Fair hosted by Fellowship Health Resources, Inc. (FHR) of Fall River at the East Gate Christian Academy Gym on September 25, 2012. The all-day event kicked-off a year round Healthy Lifestyle Program at FHR Fall River, which is designed to encourage its participants to lead healthier lives and included interactive games such as ring toss and even potato sack races, activities that get clients up and moving. The program was made possible through a $5,500 Community Impact grant from the Greater Fall River United Way. The Healthy Lifestyles Program is designed to motivate members to manage their weight through fun activities in familiar environments, such as participation in a bowling league. Healthy cooking is also taught at the four FHR group homes and those in independent apartments are invited to join in. Click here for a short video of the event. Click here for the Herald News article about FHR and other agency's health programs for persons with mental health disabilities. For more information about the Healthy Lifestyles Program at FHR, contact Terri Bernier at 508-674-8489 or 508-674-8480.

(Top row) Loaned Executive Lawrence Fernandes from BankFive joins Linda Quinn Marketing and Development Director for the Greater Fall River United Way in looking over some of the displays that Fellowship Health Resources wellness coordinator Terri Bernier, center, has set up for the members who sign in at the registration table. (Middle row) Ken Hendrickson and Justin Camara try out the games and look over the displays with staff members Lucy Paquette, LPN, and Paula Wilding. (Bottom row, left and right) Justin looks over a model of body fat with staff member Mary Ellen Marina before she assists a member with a guessing game. (Bottom row, center) Ellen Bernstein bowls while Tehy San and Janet Kozk watch.