What WOW Events Offer

Held at different sites across Harris County from July through December, WOW events aim to reduce gaps in care by providing essential health services in trusted, neighborhood-based locations. Services vary by date and location, but typically include:

• Dental checkups
• Vaccinations for children and adults
• HIV and STI testing
• Lead poisoning screenings
• Health education on topics like nutrition, food and water safety, and disease prevention
• Pet services, including vaccinations and microchipping (up to two pets per household)
• Referrals to additional care and support programs
• Family-friendly activities like face painting and music

At the July 18th stop, residents received on-site dental care, immunizations, STI screenings, informational resources, and food boxes provided by Common Market, all without needing to travel far or navigate complex systems.

During the event, Jamie Nicole, Founder of The AIP BIPOC Network, led high-energy, low-impact chair fitness sessions designed for all ages and abilities. These weren’t passive demonstrations. Attendees were up and moving, building energy and community through accessible, joyful movement. For many, it was a reminder that fitness doesn’t have to be intimidating or exclusive, it can meet you exactly where you are.

In addition to leading movement, Jamie Nicole and the ABN team connected attendees with chronic illness support resources, including information on copay relief programs through ABN’s partnership with the Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF). Attendees were encouraged to reach out for personalized support, especially those navigating autoimmune or chronic conditions while managing the cost of care.

Bringing Care to the People

WOW is more than a health fair, it’s a model for what accessible, community-centered care can look like. By bringing services directly to the people, it reduces some of the most common barriers to care: transportation, cost, and lack of awareness. It also creates opportunities for trusted organizations and leaders to show up, educate, and connect.

For ABN, participating in WOW aligns with its mission to promote Access, Inclusion, and Prevention (AIP) for individuals and families living with autoimmune and chronic illnesses, especially in communities that are often overlooked by traditional systems of care.

Community Collaboration in Action

Each organization played a distinct role—from offering screenings and vaccinations to providing food boxes, pet care, and trusted community space. Together, they created a well-rounded experience that addressed more than just immediate health needs. This kind of collaboration is essential for building trust, increasing access, and ensuring that care truly meets people where they are.

Looking Ahead

The July 18 Wellness on Wheels event was a reminder that access doesn’t always start in a clinic—it often begins with connection. The AIP BIPOC Network will continue showing up in community spaces like this, making movement approachable, support systems visible, and chronic illness care more accessible to those who need it most.

Because for us, advocacy doesn’t stop with awareness—it moves with the people.