The Kentucky LGBTQ+ Health and Wellness Fair took place in Lexington over the weekend. This event was held for the first time to provide attendees with information about resources available in their community. The focus of the event was primarily related to health, with over 40 different vendors setting up tables to share information.
Shannon Ashley organized the Kentucky LGBTQ+ Health and Wellness Fair after community members expressed a need for access to health resources and information. Vendors at the fair included various health-related organizations, as well as community groups like Camp Beacon, the Lexington Pride Center, and Trans Parent Lex. Attendees had the opportunity to receive free rapid HIV tests and access preventative resources.
The success of the health and wellness fair has generated discussion about holding the event again next year. The fair served as a commitment to providing services and support within the healthcare space for LGBTQ+ individuals in the Kentucky area. Glenn Means, a committee member for the fair, emphasized the importance of connecting attendees with organizations that can assist them in their health and wellness needs.
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Over 40 vendors set up tables at the Kentucky LGBTQ+ Health and Wellness Fair that took place over the weekend in Lexington. The fair aimed to provide attendees with information about resources available in their community, specifically related to health.
The first-time event was organized by Shannon Ashley after community members expressed a need for access to healthcare services and information.
Camp Beacon, Lexington Pride Center, Trans Parent Lex were among community groups that attended along with various health-related organizations.
Attendees received free rapid HIV tests and had access to preventative resources at this successful event.
Glenn Means emphasized that this commitment serves as an important step towards providing services and support within healthcare space for LGBTQ+ individuals in Kentucky area.
