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Northwest Cancer Centers to bring advanced cancer care to La Porte
La Porte, IN – Patients with cancer in La Porte faced a challenging obstacle last summer when the oncology practice at Northwest Health - La Porte closed its doors. The facility, which opened in 2023, was the only oncology and hematology office in the city. With the office closing, patients requiring cancer treatments travelled to Valparaiso or Michigan City to receive care. Residents of La Porte now have a new local option for the most advanced cancer care available. Northwest Cancer Centers, the largest
Northwest Health Hospitals Recognized for Excellence in Infant and Maternal Health
Valparaiso, IN - Two Northwest Health hospitals were recognized today by the Indiana Hospital Association (IHA), in partnership with State Health Commissioner Lindsay Weaver, M.D., FACEP, for their commitment to infant and maternal health at the fifth annual INspire Hospital of Distinction recognition program.At a special ceremony in Indianapolis today, Northwest Health – La Porte and Northwest Health - Porter earned Inspire awards based on their success in implementing best practices in key areas,
Franciscan WorkingWell hosts Employer Healthcare Solutions Symposium on April 29 in Lebanon
LEBANON, Ind. – Franciscan WorkingWell is hosting a free, day-long symposium at the Golf Club of Indiana in Lebanon on Tuesday, April 29. The symposium is aimed at helping employers find healthcare solutions. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern (8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Central). Breakfast and lunch will be served. Entitled: “Today’s Healthcare Solutions for Employers,” the symposium will highlight expert speakers from WorkingWell addressing a variety of diverse topics in the workplace. Broker
Documentary about Menopause to Screen in Northwest Indiana
Northwest Health has collaborated with Lakeshore Public Media to present local women with two, free community screenings of “The [M] Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause,” a first-of-its-kind documentary that addresses the health issues surrounding menopause. Screenings will be followed by a candid conversation with local gynecologists. Due to the popularity of the film, two screenings will be held: March 12th, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Sand Creek Country Club in Chesterton, IN, and April 8th,
Inaugural Earth Day 5K Family Fun Run/Walk Set for April 26 in La Porte
La Porte, IN – The La Porte City Park Foundation is excited to announce the inaugural Earth Day 5K Family Fun Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, April 26. This exciting new event will benefit the La Porte City Park Foundation and help support park improvements and environmental initiatives in the community. The race will feature a beautiful 5K course, looping around Clear Lake with an out-and-back section on the Chessie Trail, offering participants stunning views of La Porte's natural landscape. The start
HFL Announces Rolling Grant Cycle for 2025
Health Foundation of La Porte (HFL) has announced a change to its grant timeline for 2025. This year, HFL will accept grant applications addressing strategic priorities (Healthy Children, Healthy Living, and Healthy Minds) and Healthy La Porte requests on a rolling basis. HFL will not have two separate grant cycles. This shift to a rolling basis extends what has been referred to as Cycle 1, absorbing the grantee partners who may have been planning to apply in Cycle 2. This transition is meant to foster
Casanova named Northwest Health – La Porte and Northwest Health – Starke Chief Executive Officer
La Porte, IN – Mark Casanova has been named Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Northwest Health – La Porte in La Porte, Indiana and Northwest Health – Starke in Knox Indiana, effective February 10, 2025.Casanova comes to the hospitals from Terre Haute Regional Hospital in Terre Haute, Indiana where he has served as CEO since 2021. While in Terre Haute he successfully expanded key service lines, increased operational efficiencies, strengthened community engagement, and oversaw a large capital investment in the
Northwest Health Offers Support Groups for the General Public
La Porte, IN – Northwest Health is pleased to offer support groups for individuals with diabetes and those seeking to lose weight. All are open to the general public. Diabetes Support Group in La Porte The Diabetes Support Group provides a place to share ideas, experiences, and challenges related for those with diabetes, as well as their support team. The group meets from 11 a.m. – Noon, the fourth Monday of the month in the Lilly Lake Conference Room, at Northwest Health – La Porte, 1331 State Street in
LEAP News
- La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership Announces Ready2Work Childcare Voucher Program
- Resort Apartments Expansion Sought
- Patrick Industries Announces Plans to Open a New Facility in La Porte, Indiana
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce Awards the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership with 5-Star Accreditation
- Quincy Development begins Construction in the Thomas Rose Industrial Park
- Dermody Announces Agreement with Rural King to Open in La Porte
- Downtown La Porte Gets Community Treatment with Help of La Porte County Family YMCA & LEAP
- La Porte and Sullivan Named INspire Idea Competition Recipients
- INspire Idea Competition Selects Five Finalists
- Flaherty & Collins Properties Announces Updated Plans For The Strand A $35M Mixed-Use Development
- GLPCC and GLEDC Forge a New Alliance Designed to Grow La Porte’s Competitive Advantage