Community Health & Wellness

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.

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A group of graduates from the Leadership Academy, 2025
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.”

Fort Wayne recently completed improvements to a section of S. Anthony Boulevard as part of the Southeast Strategy. Advocates say that, while targeted improvements improve outcomes, the city would benefit from the enhanced coordination.
Fort Wayne’s streets can be dangerous without a car – advocates say the fix starts with a plan

Advocates ask Fort Wayne to push forward with “Complete Streets” by adopting a refreshed, city-owned multimodal transportation plan.

Charlie, the gigantic green dragon, welcomes customers to TCB Games.
The historic library with a big green dragon: TCB Games is creating a sense of wonder in Huntington

"When I was a kid, I read The Hobbit so many times it made me feel a sense of wonder, and I think that is my job as a business owner of a game shop."

Rethink Your Route and Join us at the YLNI Farmers Market on September 13

Input Fort Wayne is inviting you to Rethink Your Route and try a new way of getting around – without a car. Whether on foot, bike, bus, scooter, or skateboard, join us at the YLNI Farmers Market on September 13 using alternative transportation.  

Regional Crew Leaders for The Journey, 2024
Blog: This fellowship is addressing burnout and offering renewal for youth professionals

"My fellowship year was life-changing. I learned that taking care of myself is not selfish; it is necessary. I experienced how vulnerability feeds meaningful relationships that sustain me. I gained a network of support from all over the state of Indiana. And I was inspired to pass along the gifts that I received from The Journey to others."

Local farmers bring a diverse variety of produce to the markets.
Meet the organizations working to connect Northeast Indiana residents to local farmers

“Choice of food is such a huge part of dignity for people. That’s why efforts like HEAL Markets and Double Up matter so much. They enable families to choose the vegetables and produce they actually want and will use, creating a real connection between farmers and communities.”

A cat caught by Melissa Rennaker to be TNR'd.
Local advocates emphasize the ‘community’ in community cat programs

“The response [to the program] has been incredible. We are inundated with caretakers who want to use our advocacy and TNR services, so much so that demand far outweighs our capacity.”

John "Coach J" Miller focuses on “progression, not perfection" for his players.
This community-oriented gym is fostering national-level talent

“Every game that you play is an application. You just have to be prepared and be ready for every game. It’s my job to make sure they’re prepared when the opportunity comes.”

Center for Nonviolence, 235 W Creighton Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46807
How movements, a model, and a mission intersected to create the Center for Nonviolence

“Our community is showing up for us, and it's really powerful because, for 44 years, the work we've been doing has been in service to the community.”

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