Kaiser Permanente is spreading holiday cheer while making a meaningful difference in the community through festive events that promote health and youth engagement. The organization is a sponsor of the 33rd Annual Festival of Lights switch-on ceremony and the “Next Gen: Empowering Healthy Futures” ice rink event, bringing joy and wellness to Riverside residents.
On November 22, Kaiser Permanente will participate in the Festival of Lights at The Historic Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Downtown Riverside. From 3 to 8 p.m., the nonprofit organization invites visitors to its health booth on University Avenue between Market and Main Streets for fun activities, no-cost flu vaccines for children age 8 and older and health screenings for Kaiser Permanente members.
On December 8, Kaiser Permanente, in partnership with the City of Riverside and the Riverside County Office of Education, will sponsor the “Next Gen: Empowering Healthy Futures” event at the downtown ice rink for 100 middle school students invited in advance to participate from select local schools. They will engage in physical activity by ice skating, enjoy giveaways and take part in inspiring conversations with Kaiser Permanente Riverside County leaders, nurses and doctors to learn about careers in health care.
“We’re proud to be part of these joyful community traditions while also supporting health and education,” said Sammy Totah, senior vice president and area manager for Kaiser Permanente Riverside County. “Whether it's offering essential health services or inspiring the next generation of health care professionals, we are committed to meeting people where they are and making a meaningful impact this season and beyond."
These initiatives reflect Kaiser Permanente's ongoing commitment to improving community health and making a lasting difference for youth and families.