Palestine Resource Center for Independent Living

04/15/2026

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Raising Texas Voices is a statewide research study focused on listening to Texans with disabilities and their families to better understand what matters most to them, including how they talk about disability, advocate, and learn and/or find help.By learning directly from lived experiences, this rese...

04/15/2026

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04/06/2026

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🎉💙 Join Us at the Community Health Fair! 💙🎉

We are excited to bring our community together for a day of FREE health screenings, activities, and resources! Whether you are looking to learn more about your health, connect with local providers, or simply enjoy a fun event, there is something for everyone.

🍴 Enjoy a food tasting experience
🤝 Meet local organizations and vendors
🩺 Access valuable health screenings, assessments, and resources
🩸 Participate in our blood drive
🎁 Door prizes, including TWO big screen TVs!

📅 April 9th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Court Drive Church, Palestine, TX

Do not miss this opportunity to take a step toward better health—completely free!

👇 Check out the flyer below for full details

04/06/2026

🩸❤️ Give the Gift of Life at Our Community Health Fair! ❤️🩸

We are proud to partner with Carter BloodCare for a Blood Drive at this year’s event!

Just one donation can help save multiple lives. Donating blood is safe, quick, and one of the most meaningful ways to support your community. Whether you’re a first-time donor or a regular, your donation makes a difference.

📅 April 9th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Court Drive Church, Palestine, TX

Step up, give back, and help save lives! ❤️

04/06/2026

🍴✨ You Don’t Want to Miss This! ✨🍴

Come sample a variety of delicious bites from local vendors, all showcasing their culinary talents. It’s a great opportunity to try something new, connect with the community, and enjoy a fun, healthy event!

📅 Thursday, April 9th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Court Drive Church, Palestine, TX

Bring your friends, bring your appetite (just a little 😉), and come enjoy a day of food, health, and community!

👇 Check out the flyer below for all the details!

04/01/2026

🫁 How Healthy Are Your Lungs? 🫁

Join us at our Community Health Fair and stop by for a spirometry screening—a fast, easy breathing test that measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale, and how quickly you can blow it out.

This simple, non-invasive test provides important information about your lung capacity and airflow, helping to identify potential respiratory issues such as asthma, COPD, or other breathing concerns.

In just a few minutes, you’ll gain a better understanding of your lung health and how well your lungs are working.

📅 April 9th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Court Drive Church of Christ, Palestine, Texas

Take a deep breath and take a step toward better health!

03/31/2026

Go Beyond the Scale at Our Community Health Fair!

We’re offering Body Composition Screening!

This quick, non-invasive test uses bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) to give you a deeper look at what your body is made of—not just your weight.

Your Results Will Include:

🔥 Body Fat Percentage – Shows how much of your body is fat compared to lean mass
💪 Skeletal Muscle Mass – Indicates muscle levels that support strength and metabolism
💧 Body Water Percentage – Helps identify hydration status and fluid balance
🦴 Bone Mass – Provides an estimate related to bone strength and structure
⚡ Metabolic Information – Estimates how your body uses energy at rest

These measurements can help you better understand your current health, track changes over time, and guide decisions about nutrition, physical activity, and overall wellness.

No needles. No prep. Just step on and get your results in minutes! Our community team member will be there to help explain your numbers.

📅 April 9th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Court Drive Church, Palestine, Texas

Stop by the Community Health Fair and learn more about your body from the inside out!

03/30/2026

What makes our Health Fair worth getting out of the house for? 🤔

Let’s start with something important you don’t want to miss…

🦴 FREE Bone Density Screening! 🦴

Strong bones matter at every age—especially if you’re managing a disability or chronic condition. This quick, painless screening can help you:
✔️ Learn about your bone health
✔️ Catch early signs of bone loss
✔️ Take steps to prevent fractures

📅 April 9, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Court Drive Church, Palestine, Texas

No cost. No hassle. Just valuable information about your health.

👉 Come invest in your wellness!

Stay tuned as we highlight more reasons you won’t want to miss our Health Fair! 🎉

03/27/2026

Yesterday we kicked off filming our sign language video teaching series that will be featured on our website for our sign language class students!

We’re so excited to bring this resource to life and make learning even more accessible. A huge thank you to Cristina Compton for all of her hard work, dedication, and vision in making this happen!! 👏💙

03/24/2026

This is what we are doing this morning!!!

03/24/2026

Two of our lovely ladies finished their Easter Wreaths today!!

Special shoutout to Cristina Compton for leading our crafters in making these adorable wreaths!!!!

03/23/2026

👵 Resources for Older Adults 👴

Join us Tuesday, March 24th at 1:00 p.m. at 421 Ave A, Palestine, Texas 75801, to hear from our Area Agency on Aging expert and learn about valuable programs, services, and support available in our community!

Whether you are a senior yourself or caring for or supporting a senior, this session is designed to help you find the resources you need.

✨ Attend in person or online—whatever works best for you!

💻 Register to join online:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0uf-uqpz4oGdZmsBJgUHnOOzaEw0ADE9kA #/registration

Stay informed, get connected, and discover resources that can make a real difference!