Community Corner
Malden's Wellness Celebration Kicks Off a Healthy Summer
A big part of the celebration was a bicycle obstacle course set up by Bike to the Sea and Massachusetts Safe Routes for School. Almost 500 children received free bike helmets, which were generously donated to the YWCA by an anonymous donor. Attendees also learned bicycle safety and explored the Northern Strand Community Trail, which is adjacent to the Family Medicine Center. Malden Mayor Gary Christenson and several elected city officials attended the event and helped with spin demonstrations on stationary bikes from the YMCA.
CHA also presented the 2014 Community Health Award to a local organization that exemplifies the goal of improving the health of the Malden community. This year’s award went to Bread of Life, an organization that feeds the homeless and disadvantaged and addresses the broader issues of hunger and poverty.