Health Education - Community Organizations

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Active Living Coalition

Websitehttps://bloomington.in.gov/node/3726
AddressBloomington, IN
Description

The Active Living Coalition is comprised of individuals and organizations in Bloomington that represent all areas of fitness, wellness, nutrition and active living. Active Living Coalition members include representatives from health care, health and nutrition education, city and county parks and recreation departments, businesses with focus on fitness, wellness and active living and service organizations that promote healthy, active lifestyles throughout the Bloomington community.

What We Do:

Improve overall health and wellness by developing educational materials and coordinating health events

Develop walking guides for Bloomington's trails and streets

Coordinate community walks and health fairs

Write and submit grants

Compile wellness resources to post on our site

Host employee wellness policy workshops

The Active Living Coalition is open to all who have a passion for improving health and wellness of people who live, work and visit Monroe County. Participation ranges from keeping abreast of activities and events to participating in and leading collaborative projects.

We meet the first Thursday of each month from 1:30-2:30 p.m. in the second floor conference room at the I.U. Health Bloomington Community Health Office located at 333 East Miller Drive, Bloomington, Indiana .

Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ActiveLivingCoalition

ContactJess Klein
kleinj [at] bloomington.in.gov
812-349-3700
Year Established2018
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Futures Family Planning Clinic

Websitehttps://www.co.monroe.in.us/department/division.php?structureid=116
Address119 W. 7th Street
Bloomington, IN 47403
Description

The Futures Family Planning Clinic provides family planning health services for adolescents and adults. Affordable services and supplies are available on sliding fee schedule based on income. Insurance and Medicaid are accepted, and appointments are preferred. Walk-ins are accepted ONLY if an appointment time is available. A Spanish-speaking medical interpreter is available by appointment only.

Contact812-349-7343
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IU Health Bloomington's Community Outreach

Websitehttps://iuhealth.org/in-the-community/south-central-region
Address333 E. Miller Dr.
Bloomington, IN 47401
Description

IU Health Bloomington's Community Outreach operates in conjunction with Bloomington Hospital's Community Health Services to offer a wide variety of programs and services to the community. From our work with the local school systems, to programs that help those living with HIV/AIDS and Alzheimer's disease, our goal is to help our community live healthier.

Contact812-353-9300
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IU Health Community Health Education Department

Websitehttps://iuhealth.org/in-the-community/south-central-region
Address333 E. Miller Drive

Bloomington, IN 47401
Additional Address
Bloomington, IN
Description

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Bloomington Hospital provides outreach to surrounding communities, serves as a regional hub of physician expertise, supports training tomorrow's health care professionals and takes on issues such as obesity, lack of insurance, and tobacco dependence through targeted services and programs: Tobacco cessation program, obesity prevention, child safety (including bike helmets), teen pregnancy prevention, nutrition counseling, senior health services, Hoosier Healthwise, Alzheimer's Resource Service, prevention education & testing.

Contact812-353-9300
Additional Contact812-353-2901
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Junior Volunteer Program

Websitehttps://iuhealth.org/about-our-system/volunteering/volunteer-at-iu-health-bloomington
AddressBloomington Hospital
2651 E Discovery Pkwy
Bloomington, IN 47408
Description

The Junior Volunteer Program is an excellent opportunity for young people to learn about the world of healthcare. The program is open to teens who will be enrolled in high school in the fall or graduating in May.

Contact812-353-9468
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Monroe County Public Health Clinic (MCPHC)

Websitehttps://www.co.monroe.in.us/department/division.php?structureid=108
Address333 E. Miller Dr.
Bloomington, IN 47401
Description

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The MCPHC provides the infrastructure for the clinical division of the Monroe County Health Department. This infrastructure provides systems for identifying health risks in the community, prevention and controlling communicable disease outbreaks, educating the public and health professionals about health risks and prevention practices, and ensuring access to needed health services.

Contact812-353-3244
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Parish Nurse Program (Bloomington Hospital)

Websitehttps://iuhealth.org/in-the-community/south-central-region/health-ministry-network
Address601 W. 2nd St.

Bloomington, IN 47408
Description

 

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Parish Nurse Program is coordinated through Bloomington Hospital. The program endeavors to work with church congregations and other area agencies to promote a healthier community. Primary roles are that of educator and personal health counselor. Also check out www.parishnurses.org. 

Contactjvanderzee [at] bloomingtonhosipital.org
812-353-5252
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Parkinson's Awareness Association of Central Indiana, Bloomington Chapter

Websitehttp://www.paaci.org
Address P.O.Box 19575
Indianapolis, IN 46219
Additional Address
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Description

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The mission of the PAACI is to be a major source of information and education about Parkinson's Disease and a strong advocate for improvement of services, quality of care, and research support for Parkinsonians in Indiana.

We meet on the first and third Mondays of each month. First Monday is for people with PD and their care partners: 2pm at UU church.
Third Monday: Care Partners support group. 2pm 1141 E. Carnaby, Bloomington

Contactskauffman [at] paaci.org
812-318-06
Additional Contact
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Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky

Websitehttps://www.plannedparenthood.org/get-care
Address421 S. College Ave.

Bloomington, IN 47403
Description

Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky is uniquely suited to carry out its mission: to protect, provide and promote reproductive health. Focused on helping women and men make lifelong responsible and informed choices, Planned Parenthood's services overwhelmingly focus on prevention.

The medical staff provide safe, confidential health care--including Pap tests for cervical cancers, breast exams, and screenings and treatment for sexually transmitted infections.

Contact317-205-8088
Additional Contact800-230-PLAN
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Volunteers in Medicine of Monroe County

Websitehttp://www.vimmonroecounty.org/
Address811 W. Second Street
Bloomington, IN 47403
Description

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In cooperation with others in the community, Volunteers in Medicine plans to provide the following services without cost to the medically underserved in Monroe and Owen Counties: easily accessible, quality primary and preventive health care; treatment for both acute and chronic conditions; and health education that empowers individuals to take responsibility for their own well being.

 

Replaced the CHAP (Community Health Access Program)Clinic in April 2007.

ContactNancy Richman (Executive Director)
info [at] vimmonroecounty.org
Clinic: 812-333-4001
Incorporation StatusIncorporated
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