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Brain Health and Community Resource Fair 2023

Updated: Sep 8


Attendees exploring vendor booths and activities at the 2023 Brain Health and Community Resource Fair in Jersey City.

The Brain Health and Community Resource Fair took place on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at Lincoln Park in Jersey City, bringing together nearly 100 vendors and over 600 attendees for a day dedicated to brain health, dementia awareness, and healthy aging.


Co-presented by Act Now Foundation and the Hudson County Department of Health and Human Services for the second consecutive year, the fair aimed to foster connections between community members, organizations, and businesses while providing valuable health screenings, educational workshops, and resources. To ensure accessibility for older adults, free transportation was provided from senior centers, senior housing, and city health departments.


Darice Toon and Act Now Foundation Co-Founders Kristine Allen and Cary Lopez presenting the welcome announcement at the 2023 Brain Health and Community Resource Fair.

The event opened at 10 AM with a Welcome Announcement on the main stage, presented by Darice Toon, Director of the Hudson County Department of Health and Human Services, along with Kristine Allen (President) and Cary Lopez (Executive Director), Co-Founders of Act Now Foundation. The day kicked off with a standing yoga session with hula hoops led by Gabby Creery Wellness, followed by an engaging Food as Medicine: Cooking for Your Best Health workshop hosted by Rutgers Cooperative Extension at the Hank Gallo Community Center.


As a Dementia Resource Center, Act Now Foundation emphasizes mental stimulation as a pillar of brain health. This year’s fair featured Brain Games for all ages, including optical illusions, Stroop Tests, memory challenges, and spot-the-difference puzzles. Attendees also enjoyed henna tattoos, balloon art, and a live Elvis impersonator performance.



Act Now Foundation extends heartfelt thanks to all attendees, vendors, and volunteers who made the 2023 Brain Health and Community Resource Fair a success. Special thanks go to our co-presenter, the Hudson County Department of Health and Human Services, and to our sponsors Eisai Pharmaceutical, Hackensack Meridian Health Palisades Medical Center, Horizon NJ Health, Haven Savings Bank, Hudson Regional Hospital, and Applause Home Care for making this impactful community event possible.





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