The primary mission of Franciscan Health is to provide quality healthcare but it's not just a business. It's also about addressing people's needs when they really need help.
Fighting Childhood Obesity
Quality, affordable healthcare for vulnerable patients
Caring for vulnerable families' health and medical needs.
Dr. John Lanman Clinic
Your gift to the Dr. John Lanman Clinic in Hammond, Indiana gives free primary health care to uninsured patients living below the poverty line. This volunteer-based clinic continues to see growth in number of patients and level of need and is our response to God's call to minister to the sick and neglected.
Healthy Choices Fund
Seventy percent of obese children have at least one risk factor for cardiovascular disease. The South Suburban Chicago Healthy Choices program is focused on helping children and families get on a path to better health with support and education on healthy eating and physical activity. Your gift supports community outreach and education.
Healthy Living Center
People with chronic conditions such as heart failure, COPD and diabetes need to be committed to a healthy lifestyle to avoid hospitalization. The Franciscan Healthy Living Center in Western Indiana is a comprehensive disease management program providing education, support and disease prevention tips. Your gift helps people live a healthier life.
St. Clare Food Pantry
The St. Clare Food Pantry, located inside the St. Clare Health Clinic in Crown Point, is stocked with free non-perishable items, hygiene products, laundry detergent and dryer sheets. Patients in financial need, including Prenatal Assistance Program clients, utilize the Food Pantry. It costs an average of $2,000 per month to fully stock the pantry shelves, and the Food Pantry serves an average of 490 clients each year.