Community Outreach
Primary PhysicianCare and Wellness Coalition America sponsor or participate in numerous community events throughout the year that give us an opportunity to reach different populations with our wellness message. We also assist hospitals in rolling out their own community outreach programs—branded under their own names and logos—utilizing many of the programs and services outlined below and elsewhere on this website. Through these partnerships, we are able to provide employees throughout the region with health education, health risk assessments, screenings, access to online health records, and more, equipping them to make informed choices for leading healthier lives.
Here is just a sampling of our community outreach activities to date:
For Businesses and Community Groups
Health and Wellness Summits. These informative events are held throughout the year for company executives who are charged with making decisions about corporate wellness initiatives and disease management programs for their employees.
Health Fairs. Wellness Coalition America organizes and facilitates On-site corporate health fairs, which include free medical testing, screening and health risk assessments. Employees and their families also have a chance to attend mini-workshops, play games, win prizes, and gather information from health providers and vendors.
Talk-and-Take Seminars. The WCA team organizes interactive talks with health professionals, where employees can become educated on a variety of timely health topics and lifestyle issues. The seminars are held On-site at convenient times for employees, such as before and after work, during lunch and break times.
For Charities
drumSTRONG™, May 5 and 6, 2007. The WCA participated in the first annual drumSTRONG™—a unique, multicultural, musical charity event held in the pastures of Misty Meadows Farm in Weddington, NC. More than 1,000 people of all ages, in various stages of health, participated in the planet’s largest and longest continuous rhythm “drum circle.” They lifted spirits; raised thousands of dollars for cancer education, awareness and research; and established the world record for maintaining rhythm by more people for the longest duration ever. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Levine Children’s Hospital—Hematology/Oncology Center at Carolinas Medical Center and the Lance Armstrong Foundation's LIVESTRONG for cancer research and advocacy.
HeartBright Foundation's Champagne Brunch and Fashion Show, March 30, 2007. Coalition founder Terrie Reeves was among the local celebrities and wellness advocates who modeled on March 30th at the HeartBright Foundation’s spring Champagne Brunch and Fashion Show. The event raised over $15,000 to benefit HeartBright. The show was held at Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Charlotte’s SouthPark area and featured the spring collection from Coplon’s Ladies Fine Clothing and jewelry from David’s Ltd. Guests enjoyed Gosset Brut Excellence Champagne and a lovely brunch featuring broiled Atlantic salmon. Fabulous door prizes included weekend getaways, dazzling jewelry and gift certificates.
Unmasking Colon Cancer Masquerade Ball, February 24, 2007. Terrie Reeves co-hosted the event along with Fred Cunningham, Daybreak Anchor for Upstate South Carolina News Channel 7. The evening featured a silent auction highlighting special items donated by generous and talented artists from around the state. All contributions and proceeds went directly to colon cancer research, education, and screening programs in South Carolina.
For the Health of It: Optimizing Wellness, February 22, 2007. Wellness Coalition America and Hadassah joined forces to put on a dynamic, educational, interactive event for the public at Temple Israel in Charlotte. The keynote speaker for the evening was Terrie Reeves, Coalition founder and president. Other speakers included Dr. Linda Roochvarg, board-certified pediatrician; Shira Capellini, exercise and sports specialist; and Ann Henderson, registered dietitian.
HeartBright Foundation's Wine Soiree and Silent Auction, November 4, 2006. Members of the Wellness Coalition America team volunteered at the HeartBright Foundation’s annual fundraiser at Bonterra Restaurant in Dilworth. The event began with a reception that included a silent auction, live music and wine tasting. It was followed by a sit-down dinner and live auction of over 93 wines from around the world. Claire and Tom Blocker founded HeartBright in 2003 to increase awareness about cardiovascular disease and its risk factors. Wellness Coalition America and HeartBright are working together in support of each others' missions.
All About You, April 20, 2006. Our “All About You” fashion show and fundraiser at Patou French Bistro raised money for the Euclid Center in Dilworth and Operation Jump-Start: S.L.A.M.-Dunk Wellness, the Coalition’s teen empowerment program.
For Children, Youth and Families
Operation Jump-Start: S.L.A.M.-Dunk Wellness. The WCA team developed this 7-week teen empowerment program and conducts sessions at various times throughout the year. Young teens learn to achieve total body wellness through regular exercise and healthy eating. The program also teaches them the value of goal setting and how to maintain a healthy self-image.
Alley Hoops Jam, June 17 and 18, 2006.
The WCA team participated in this basketball-themed street festival, which drew more than 6,000 people to the square in uptown Charlotte. WCA founder Terrie Reeves led a pushup contest and spoke on behalf of the Coalition, encouraging everyone to lead healthy lives.
Disney/Center City Partners’ Noon Year’s Day, December 31, 2004. WCA and our team of sponsors provided a health and wellness venue for this family-oriented New Year’s Eve celebration in uptown Charlotte. Our most popular attractions included a wellness trivia game, a giant inflatable obstacle course and a vertical jump test.
For Professionals
Wellness After Hours.
This WCA signature event is held frequently throughout the year at popular dining venues around the greater Charlotte area. It is a networking opportunity where professionals can socialize as well as gather wellness information and learn about WCA programs and services. A portion of the proceeds from each of these events benefits various local charities.
For Women
Wachovia’s Conversation, Connection, Community, May 3, 2007.
Wachovia invited WCA founder Terrie Reeves to facilitate a yoga and relaxation session at a women’s event entitled “Conversation, Connection, Community.” This event, which was held at the Ballantyne Resort, brought together a powerful group of women to discuss important issues and current events. Lisa Ling, special correspondent to the Oprah Winfrey show, moderated a panel discussion, after which the women joined smaller groups for lessons in golf, cooking, financial planning, and health and wellness. The event wrapped up with a trip to the Wachovia Championship.
NC Conference for Women, October 19, 2006. WCA founder Terrie Reeves was invited to participate in a panel presentation titled “Your Inner Strength.” The panelists gave women advice for tapping into their inner strength to grow personally and professionally. Approximately 1,700 women attended the conference.
Wachovia’s Conversation, Connection and Community, May 4, 2006. WCA’s Terrie Reeves and Alyson Faber facilitated a yoga and relaxation session at Ballantyne Resort. The event brought together a powerful group of women to discuss important issues and current events during the Wachovia Championship Golf Tournament.
Southern Women’s Show, September 2005.
WCA hosted a series of educational wellness seminars and cooking demonstrations, and distributed information about our programs and wellness resources. Many of our sponsors facilitated lectures and staffed booths.
