Northwest Indiana senior citizens will have the chance to get free health screenings and talk with vendors providing senior services at Franciscan Health’s Senior Health and Wellness Fair.

The fair will be 1-3:30PM on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at Villa Cesare, 900 Eagle Ridge Drive in Schererville. While the event is free, registration is required by calling (800) 931-3322.

Dr. Cathleen McGovern and Dr. Christopher McIntire will present “Advanced Care Planning and Advanced Directives: Let’s Get Talking.” Free screenings will include glucose, bone density, body fat analysis, fall risk and spirometry. Refreshments and giveaways will also be available for participants.