Yesterday, I had the opportunity to assist with a flu vaccination clinic at the Pilgrim United Church of Christ in Tremont, Ohio. Because general election voting was held in the same building, our location was quite convenient for residents. When Katie and I were considering the development and presentation of certain health topics in the community, churches were definitely first on our list. The church, which was founded in 1859, appears to have developed strong relationships within the community. The church was actually the site of the area's first kindergarten, library, and Boy Scout Troop!
Central meeting points such as churches seem to be great venues for disseminating resources and health information. During elections and vaccinations, a food pantry and mission store already drew community members to the church. Furthermore, a kiosk at the entrance of the church provided multiple community and health-centered publications. Pamphlets related to traffic safety, Cleveland MetroParks hiking and snowshoe tours, Planned Parenthood, World AIDS Day, and LGTB awareness were available. Amidst all of the resources available to the community at this site, the presence of a flu vaccination clinic definitely seemed appropriate.
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