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On Saturday, October 23rd, Edgewater Health hosted a “Trunk or Treat” for everyone in the community to enjoy. A special thank you to everyone who came and supported our event and our partners who made this event possible.

YWCA of Northwest Indiana sets aside one week annually in October as a Week Without Violence. This year Edgewater Health, partnered with our local YWCA to bring awareness to violence against women and girls. Dr. Rogers, Director of Health Integration of Program & Services delivered powerful words to our audience.

Week Without Violence Flyer (1)

On Thursday, September 9th and Thursday, September 30th Edgewater Health hosted a “Healthy Harvest” Farmers Market. Patients, staff, and community members had the opportunity to purchase locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables at wholesale prices. We are so happy for everyone who joined us and we look forward to next year’s Farmers Market.

Edgewater Health was featured in October’s 411 Newspaper. The “Healthy Harvest” Farmers Market that was held in September, was a successful event. We are excited and look forward to next year as we continue to partner with local farmers and small businesses.

Please click on the link to read more.

http://gary411news.com/news-detail.aspx?typeID=19&newsid=55533

The Edgewater Health Board of Directors Retreat was held at the Bottleworks Hotel in Indianapolis on August 19-20, 2021. Ken Carr, Senior Associate with Open Minds led the board and senior leadership through the process of developing a new strategic plan. Attorney T. James Junger with Hall Render, P.C. presented a workshop on Effective Board Governance and the 340B Drug Pricing Program.

Gov. Eric Holcomb has awarded the Sagamore of the Wabash, Indiana’s highest honor to Dr. Danita Johnson-Hughes, Edgewater Health President & CEO. It is a personal tribute usually given to those who have rendered a distinguished service to the state or to the governor and is recognized as the highest honor the governor bestows.

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In recognition of National Health Center Week, Edgewater Health Staff Appreciation Day was held on Friday, August 13th.

Pictured is Dr. Danita Hughes the CEO of Edgewater Health. Dr. Hughes thanked the staff for their years of service and gave expressions for continuing to meet the high-quality care to our patients and the community.

Saturday, August 14th, Edgewater hosted a “Back to School Backpack Giveaway”. A huge “Thank You” to everyone that help to make this event successful; Tolbert & Tolbert, AHEC, Northwest Indiana Area Health Education Center, First Financial Bank, Veterans Life Changing Services, Vendors, Volunteers, and the staff at Edgewater Health. There were 250 backpacks given away.

Edgewater participated at the City of Gary Block Party, Saturday, July 31st.

The following individuals are pictured:

Photo 1: Nina Johnson and Sandra Campos distributing information and engaging with the community.

Photo 2: LaTanya Woodson, Deanna Prince, First Lady, City of Gary, and Board Member, Edgewater Health, Nina Johnson, and Sandra Campos.

Edgewater participated at the Community Back 2 School Health Fair on Saturday, July 31st. Representatives were available to give out information regarding our services and administer high blood pressure checks.

The following individuals are pictured:

Photo 1: Sandra Campos explaining Edgewater Health services to the community.

Photo 2: Laduena Gunn administering high blood pressure checks to the community.

Photo 3: Nina Johnson, LaTanya Woodson, Mayor Jerome Prince, City of Gary, Laduena Gunn, and Sandra Campos

Photo 4: LaTanya Woodson, Laduena Gunn, Nina Johnson, and Sandra Campos