The Villages of Indiana and CareSource to host a free Wellness Day with health services for children on Saturday, July 19, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
NDIANAPOLIS—July 8, 2025—Kickstart the school year with free health services to ensure children are ready to head back to the classroom. Join The Villages of Indiana and CareSource for Wellness Day, a free event offering hearing, vision, well-child checks, physicals, immunizations and dental exams, on Saturday, July 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ameriplex Complex, Children’s Village Childcare Center at 5555 Galeao Ct. in Indianapolis.
“As children prepare to return to school, giving them a healthy head start makes a big difference in their lives and sets them up for success,” said Shannon Schumacher, president and CEO of The Villages of Indiana. “Having free and easy access to a wide range of health services ensures that children are getting the medical attention they need to thrive.”
Dr. Beena Joseph, chief medical officer at CareSource Indiana, says, “We’re thrilled to support kids in starting the school year strong. Wellness Day breaks down cost and access barriers, making it easier for families to take care of essential health needs before school begins. It’s simple—healthy kids are better prepared to learn, and we’re proud to be part of that.”
What: The Villages of Indiana and CareSource Wellness Day
When: Saturday, July 19, 2025, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Ameriplex Complex, Children’s Village Childcare Center, 5555 Galeao Ct., Indianapolis, IN 46241
Wellness Day:
- Free Services: The event offers free hearing, vision, well-child checks, physicals, immunizations and more.
- Immunization Registration: Sign up for free immunizations. All vaccines will be available for infants, children and adults. Advanced registration is encouraged at https://patients.vaxcare.com/registration. Use enrollment code IN65942. Select “The Villages Child Care Center – 7/19/25.”
- Dental Exam Registration: Sign up for a dental exam. It is free for Medicaid members, $20 without insurance. Advanced registration is recommended for the dental exam at https://forms.dentalqore.com/view/5866/0. Site name: “The Villages.”
- Physicals: New this year – physicals for only $10 per youth.
Activities: Free clear backpacks, school supplies, kids’ activities, special treats, and access to other community resources.
Partners: The Wellness Day is provided through partnerships with CareSource, Children’s Village Childcare Center, Early Learning Indiana, Familia Dental, Indiana Immunization Coalition and the Marion County Health Department.
Additional Information: Wellness Day 2025
The Villages of Indiana is among the state’s largest licensed and accredited nonprofit agencies dedicated to family and child services, supporting 10,000 children and families annually. With 15 offices across Indiana, the organization offers a range of services, including foster care licensing and placement, infant adoption and adoption from foster care, support for new and expectant parents through the Healthy Families program, assistance for kinship caregivers, and guidance for young adults who have aged out of foster care. The Villages of Indiana owns and operates Children’s Village Childcare Center and is the umbrella agency for Prevent Child Abuse Indiana.
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