Valley West is back at the 123rd Sandwich Fair! In conjunction with the Valley West Auxiliary, Valley West Community Wellness and other hospital employees are on-site throughout the Fair to perform blood pressure checks and educational activities for children and adults.
Wednesday, September 8 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. - COPD Screenings
4 – 6 p.m. - Spin Wheel Game for Children and Adults
Thursday, September 9 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. - COPD Screenings
12 – 2 p.m. - Blood Pressure Checks
4 – 6 p.m. - Spin Wheel Game for Children and Adults
Friday, September 10 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. - COPD Screenings
4 – 6 p.m. - Spin Wheel Game for Children and Adults
Saturday, September 11 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. - COPD Screenings
12 – 6 p.m. - Spin Wheel Game for Children and Adults
Sunday, September 12 12 – 2 p.m. - Spin Wheel Game for Children and Adults
Auxiliary Wine Tasting
October 16, 6 – 9 p.m.
Mark your calendars now for the Valley West Community Hospital Auxiliary wine tasting event on Saturday, October 16, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Fox Valley Community Center, located at 1406 Suydam Road, in Sandwich.
This fall fundraiser offers many excellent wines, hosted as well as hors d’oeuvres, desserts, door prizes, a 50/50 raffle, and a chance to enjoy the pleasant company of friends.
Tickets are $25.00 per person and can be purchased in advance from Auxiliary members, in the Valley West Community Hospital Gift Shop, or by calling Jana Kingston at 815.786.3704. Tickets are also available at the door. The first 200 participants receive a hand-painted wine glass.
The public is welcome and invited to this fundraising event. All proceeds benefit the Valley West Community Hospital Auxiliary, who donated more than $250,000 for hospital equipment over the past nine years.
Know Your Numbers
October 9, 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Valley West Medical Office Building
November 20, 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Plano City Hall – Coffee with the Mayor
Knowing and understanding your numbers is a component vital to good health. Heart disease and other health issues can be predicted using this information. Join us to learn your numbers and how to decrease your personal risk for disease.
Free screenings include a blood draw for cholesterol and blood sugar levels, blood pressure, body mass index (BMI) and waist measurement. Complimentary heart healthy snacks and drinks provided. Suggested for those 20 years or older
