Detroit Health Department’s Block Party Puts Public Health in the Spotlight
The 5th Annual Block Party organized by the Detroit Health Department turned into a bustling hub of community engagement, focusing on health and wellness. The event, held on Saturday, attracted Detroit families for a day filled with activities and essential health services. Mayor Mary Sheffield, along with Detroit Health Department leaders and community partners, emphasized the significance of connecting residents with public health resources.
“When we listen to residents and make health information and resources accessible, we strengthen our commitment to health equity and improving health outcomes for Detroiters,” stated Mayor Mary Sheffield. “The Block Party reflects that commitment by bringing these services directly to Detroit families.”
The event kicked off with the Safe Sleep Walk-N-Rally, an initiative led by the Maternal and Child Health team. This rally aimed to raise awareness about safe sleep practices, ensuring the health and safety of infants and young children.
Located at 100 Mack Ave. on John R between Mack and Erskine, the Block Party exemplified the Detroit Health Department’s mission to make public health resources more accessible to residents in their own communities.
“The Block Party gives Detroit families a welcoming place to come together, learn about their health, and connect with the Detroit Health Department,” remarked Chief Public Health Officer and Director Ali Abazeed. “Through our annual event, we bring public health services directly to our community. We want residents to leave with information they can use to protect their health and make healthier choices.”
Attendees benefited from a range of services, including back-to-school vaccinations, health screenings, and lead testing. Staff from the Detroit Health Department, alongside participating public health vendors, offered information and answered questions about various health programs and resources.
The event saw over 100 residents in attendance, with 67 vaccinations administered and 40 health screenings conducted.
Beyond health services, the Block Party featured live music, games, food, giveaways, and family-friendly activities. This setting allowed the Detroit Health Department to engage with community members outside traditional health care environments, raising awareness about public health programs and services available to residents.
For more information on programs and services offered by the Detroit Health Department, visit detroitmi.gov/health.
Families were at the heart of the Detroit Health Department’s 5th Annual Block Party, celebrating community, wellness, and connection.
Every baby deserves a safe place to sleep, and every family deserves the support to make it possible. The Detroit Health Department’s Infant Safe Sleep Program is helping families build safer sleep practices one baby and one family at a time.
Mayor Mary Sheffield and Chief Public Health and Director, Ali Abazeed for the Detroit Health Department at the department’s 5th Annual Block Party.
Behind every successful community event is a team committed to serving Detroiters. Detroit Health Department staff came together to celebrate another year of connection, service, and community.
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