What’s it really like to live in downtown Fort Wayne?
Three residents share perspectives on the good and bad of downtown living.
Lauren Caggiano's Latest Articles
Partner Partner Content How Parkview’s DNA Insights program is democratizing access to genetic screening
The DNA Insights program is a community health research program aimed at revolutionizing preventative healthcare through no-cost genetic screenings.
Victim Assistance: Extending safety, support, and solidarity for survivors
The Fort Wayne Police Department’s Victim Assistance program provides meaningful support for survivors and their families following a traumatic incident.
Brave Bags: A community-based program supporting children in crisis
Blessings in a Backpack’s Brave Bag initiative provides necessities and comfort items to support children during crises.
How Microschools are challenging public education in Indiana
Offering more personalized education and less oversight, some parents in Indiana are turning to microschools – but educational experts question whether this growing trend will provide a lasting solution to public education concerns.
‘Filling gaps’: What a forthcoming mobile crisis unit means for community mental health and well-being
Courageous Healing is launching a mobile crisis unit to provide community-based crisis response, thanks to a million-dollar grant from the Mobile Crisis Accelerator Program.
Partner Partner Content Wabash County’s Secret to Growth? Building a welcoming culture
“Our ultimate measure of success is whether our population grows. We want Wabash County to be a place where everyone feels they belong.”
Turning dreams into reality: Meet the Burmese immigrant helping employers and job seekers connect
“I saw so many people in my community struggling to find jobs with good pay and benefits. I wanted to do something about it. I wanted to help them build their dreams.”
Need creative inspiration? Check out Fort Wayne’s newest murals
"My experience thus far has been [that] people generally have a pretty open mind towards art, especially in the Midwest. I find people there are really kind of welcoming and really into community engagement-style projects."
The League’s Leadership Academy is empowering people to transform their communities
“We start with their personal stories, connect them to disability rights, and then build leadership and advocacy skills. By the end, we’re preparing them to serve on boards, councils, and commissions, or even run campaigns.”
