Education

Franciscan Health Michigan City is hosting a free baby shower for expectant families and new parents. The Way to Grow Baby Shower is scheduled to take place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12 at Franciscan Health Michigan City, 3500...

Local seniors, retirees and caregivers are invited to explore local resources and opportunities at an upcoming expo, according to Assistant Director of the La Porte Park and Recreation Department Emily Archambault.  The La Porte Activity Center...

Part of the Methodist Hospitals Diabetes Prevention Series Thursday, October 17, 4pm Presented by Valerie Alger, RN Explore practical methods to enhance diabetic health through activity and exercise, focusing on refining your routine by...

Franciscan Health Crown Point is hosting a two-day trauma symposium aimed at helping better understand trauma in its various forms. “People rarely think of trauma care until they need it, but healthcare professionals know it is a vital part of the...

In this comprehensive class, we will be discussing the basics of potty training, including the ideal time to start the process and how to identify signs of readiness in your child. We will also provide a wealth of tips and tricks to help make the...

On Sept. 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Behavioral Health Department at Franciscan Health Dyer is hosting its first public Suicide Awareness Event in the employee parking lot of the hospital at 24 Joliet St. The event will take place rain or shine...

Franciscan Health is hosting two free LaPorte County car seat safety events in September. The first event will take place from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at the LaPorte County Family Resource Center, 1232 W. State Road 2 in La...

Part of the Methodist Hospitals Diabetes Prevention Series Thursday, September 12, 4pm Presented by Valerie Alger, RN Explore actionable strategies to help maintain a healthy lifestyle by distinguishing between positive and negative behaviors,...

Did you know that nearly half of all adults in the United States have diabetes and in many cases, it could have been prevented or slowed?  To learn how you or a loved one can prevent diabetes and the complications it causes, join Clarise Largen,...

This class will be presented by Kidworks, LLC’s physical therapist Lisa Rowe M.S., CCC-SLP and hosted by Associated Pediatricians, LLC. Lisa will present feeding and communication skills from 12-18 months as your baby transitions to solid foods and...