Health Department Plans Back-to-School Fair July 12
The Will County Health Department will host a Back-to-School Health Fair Saturday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Community Health Center, 1106 Neal Ave., Joliet.
The event will provide school and sports physicals for $35 for uninsured families, dental school exams for $50, and various immunizations. Most insurance plans, including Medicaid, are accepted, and no families will be turned away due to inability to pay.
Fifteen community partners will participate, providing games, information tables and resources for families. Appointments for physicals, immunizations and dental services will be available during the event on a first-come, first-served basis.
The health department has expanded immunization services in partnership with local school districts after learning about high numbers of children excluded from school due to incomplete vaccinations. The department conducted eight vaccination clinics with Joliet District 86, administering 102 vaccinations to kindergarten and sixth-grade students.
Families seeking appointments for the health fair should call 815-727-8670 and inform the receptionist they are calling for the Back-to-School Health Fair date. Regular appointments for school physicals, vaccines and dental services are available year-round at the Community Health Center.
Community Events
Latest News Stories
Committee Approves Wilton Township Land Division Despite Spot Zoning Concerns
Illinois, Chicago residents rank high taxes as state’s top issue
Illinois quick hits: Illinois House members vote along party lines; More than 40% of CPS teachers missed 10 or more school days; State Treasurer says Bright Start earns gold
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Will County Capital Improvements & IT Committee for November 4, 2025
Glock: Judge’s OK of Chicago’s anti-gun lawsuit questionable, at best
Illinois quick hits: DHS responds to migrant release order
Pritzker disagrees with Durbin on vote to end shutdown
Pritzker open to conversation with Trump on alderman’s immigration proposal
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Mokena Community Public Library District Board of Trustees for September 2025
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Village of Mokena Board of Trustees for October 27, 2025
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Mokena Fire Protection District for September 2025
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Will County Public Works & Transportation Committee for November 2025