CareSouth Carolina partnering to provide 'Community Health Hub'

BISHOPVILLE, S.C. -- CareSouth Carolina is partnering with the Lee County Public Library and several other community partners to provide a weekly Community Health Hub.

Every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 3 through September 21, Lee County residents can make their way to the Lee County Library Annex (116 N. Nettles St. Bishopville, SC) to receive a variety of health and social services.

Services provided at the event will include health education; referrals for housing, food, school, transportation and jobs; SNAP, Medicaid/Medicare Application Assistance; Free Medication assistance; Mammogram scheduling; Colon and Breast exam referrals; scheduling for annual Medicare wellness Check-ups; Mental Health First Aid screenings; and the opportunity to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables: SNAP, Healthy Bucks, Debit/Credit and cash is accepted.

Participants will also receive a voucher for free fresh fruits and vegetables, a free grocery tote, free education materials & resources, as well as free books.

Masks are required and as the COVID-19 pandemic becomes controlled, service offerings will expand.

Transportation will be provided by Lee County Trans for residents in the Spring Hill/West Lee County every fourth Wednesday of the month. Please mention “Lee County Community Health Hub” when scheduling your appointment.

To schedule your appointment, please call 843-624-4500.