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CDCR, CCHCS host staff health fairs

October 5, 2024

Wasco State Prison-Reception Center staff health fair.

Across California, CDCR and CCHCS recently offered health and wellness fairs for staff. The fairs also offer chances to thank staff for their hard work and dedication.

As more submissions are received from programs, divisions, and institutions, this story will be updated.

Avenal holds staff health fair

A woman holds a take-out tray of food at the Avenal State Prison CDCR health fair.

Avenal State Prison recently held its annual staff health fair. Combining with health benefits open enrollment, the event featured organizations such as Aflac, Butler’s Uniform, Savings Plus, the California Correctional Supervisors Organization (CCSO), Costco, FAST Credit Union, and Kaiser Permanente. Read more in the Week in Review for Oct. 4.

Wasco State Prison-Reception Center holds staff health fair

Anti-smoking and vaping campaign from Wasco Police Department. — Wasco Police Department was on hand.

Wasco State Prison staff health fair organizers in a group photo. — Wasco Police Department was on hand.

Themed “Fall into Healthy Habits,” Wasco State Prison-Reception Center hosted their annual health fair Sept. 26. The fair featured various health-focused participants and 40 booths full of valuable resources for staff in addition to food vendors.

“We extend our gratitude to all participants for their involvement in making this event a huge success,” said Elyse Estes, staff services manager in the personnel office.

Organizers also thanked donors for their generosity in supporting the event: