Catherine Mahaffey East Whatcom Wellness Fair
Bringing free and accessible health services to East Whatcom County communities.
The annual Catherine Mahaffey East Whatcom Wellness Fair is a community celebration of health and wellness. Free to attend and was named after a generous philanthropist who called East Whatcom County home. The event honors Catherine’s legacy of being deeply invested in the health and well-being of her neighbors and fellow community members. Read about last year’s event here.
2025 Health Fair Sponsors
2025 Health Fair Partners
2025 Wellness Fair Offerings
All services are provided at no charge to attendees. Those with or without insurance are welcome. All ages and stages are served. No guarantee of services. All services are first come first serve. Services are primarily available 10AM-2PM May 17th, 2025.
Free Medical Services
- Health Exams: Dental care, wellness visits for all ages.
- Sports Physicals: Quick and easy checks for student athletes.
- CPR Classes: Learn life-saving skills.
- Vision & Glasses: Free vision exams and glasses will be available on 5/16, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and 5/17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- EKGs: For heart health awareness.
Free Firearm Storage Giveaway
As part of their Children’s Safe Firearm Storage Program, Seattle Children’s Hospital will be onsite giving away free safe firearm storage tools. giveaway events in communities across the state of Washington. Attendees will learn about the importance of gun storage and get a free lock box or trigger lock, with hands-on training on proper use. Supplies are limited.
- One free lock box or trigger lock per person (maximum two items per household).
- Recipient must be 18 or older and present to receive a free item. No ID required.
- Devices are limited. First come, first served.
Wellness Activities
- Free massages provided by Whatcom Community College Massage Program.
- Drug Take Back program (hosted by Mt. Baker Community Coalition).
- Medical insurance registration assistance with UnitedHealthcare Community Plan.
- Free Lunch: Enjoy a meal from the Common Threads Food Truck!
Licensing & ID Services
Please note that Onsite Licensing & ID services by DOL2Go have been rescheduled to Tuesday, 6/10.
Meet the Agencies & Partners
Agencies Providing Resources:
- East Whatcom Health Coalition
- Whatcom County Health and Community Services
- Northwest Regional Council
- PeaceHealth
- UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
- VSP Eyes of Hope Vision Bus
- Molina Healthcare
- Access to Baby and Child Dentistry
- Northwest Clean Air Agency
- Whatcom Transportation Authority
- Health Ministries Network
- Whatcom Family & Community Network
- Whatcom Asset Building Coalition
- Puget Sound Energy
- NAMI Whatcom
- Whatcom County Library System
- Chuckanut Health Foundation
- Health Equity Zone
- Twin Sisters Mobile Market
- Mount Baker Foundation
- Signature Healthcare at Home
- Guided Solutions
- Right at Home Northwest WA
- Didgwalic Wellness Center
- Catch me, LLC
- Bridge2Services
- Food Lifeline
- Foothills Food Bank
- Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center
- Washington Relay
- American Parkinson’s Disease Association
- Alzheimer’s Association of WA
- Mount Baker Planned Parenthood
- Whatcom County Fire District 14
- Common Threads Farm
- Whatcom Community College
- Evergreen Goodwill Digital Equity Bus
- Seattle Children’s Hospital
- Foothills Communication Hub
- Columbia Valley Parks & Recreation
- Opportunity Council
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact Us & Get Involved
- Contact Us: Online or at 360-599-3944
- Provider Sign-Up: Open reservations for the 2025 Catherine Mahaffey East Whatcom Wellness Fair have ended; if you are interested in tabling at the fair, please contact us directly
- Volunteer Opportunities: Sign up here
