Maternal Health Screening to Take Place in Winston-Salem
The Be Well Foundation will host a free documentary screening on October 24 to connect local mothers with health resources.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Secondary Education
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The Be Well Foundation is hosting a free public screening of the documentary High Risk: Black Mothers Protecting Themselves and Their Babies on October 24, 2026. Held at the Central Library in Winston-Salem, the event aims to connect local families with health resources and support networks.
Why it matters
This screening serves as a community-building initiative designed to strengthen maternal health support systems across the Triad. By providing information and connections to practitioners, the foundation seeks to improve health outcomes for local families.
The free screening is scheduled for October 24, 2026, at the Central Library in Winston-Salem. This event supports the organization's regional mission to link mothers and health providers.
The players
Be Well Foundation
A community-focused organization that connects mothers with healthcare practitioners and regional resources.
Connie McLendon Perry
The co-founder of the Be Well Foundation who oversees the organization's maternal support initiatives.
The details
The Be Well Foundation facilitates a network that links mothers with essential health care practitioners and community resources. The film screening serves as an educational tool to raise awareness about maternal health risks and protection strategies. Following the viewing, attendees may engage with the foundation's resources to better navigate local maternal health support options.
Timeline
October 24, 2026: The Be Well Foundation hosts a film screening.
The Home Front
This screening reflects a broader movement to bridge the regional maternal health support gap in North Carolina's Triad. Local initiatives like this increasingly aim to supplement traditional medical care with community-based resource networks.
Families interested in maternal health resources should plan to attend the October 24 event to connect with local support networks. Residents can check the Central Library's calendar for updated event times and seating details.
The takeaway
Community-led screenings provide a vital entry point for families to learn about available health advocacy and support. Residents can mark their calendars for October 24 to engage with these resources at the Central Library.
Further reading
Learn more about local educational resources at Secondary Education.
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