VNA nurse dedicated to her patients for 30+ years

As a nurse, Debbie Hanna has seen the birth of a new life and has held the hand of one who is ending life.

Christmas for the Elderly surpasses its goal

VALPARAISO | The Christmas for the Elderly program raised $45,297.50 to help people in the community this holiday season.

Hoping to get better and help others

VALPARAISO | Jeffrey hopes to regain his strength and one day volunteer again.

One step at a time: Visiting Nurse Association collecting money for Christmas for the Elderly program

VALPARAISO | Courage. Brenda has a lot of that to get through her daily routine.

Ramped up: Constructing a home ramp becoming easier with know-how, kits and support

Lesly Bailey, marketing consultant for Porter County Aging and Community Services, says after the installation of a ramp at the home of Judy Hood, the Valparaiso woman is appreciative and thankful for the help she has received as she adjusts to life as an amputee.

Things are looking up in Porter County

PORTER COUNTY | We in the media like to condense things -- get the story out in as few words or minutes as possible.

VNA Senior Moments presents 'Healthy Hearts'

VALPARAISO | Visiting Nurse Association of Porter County will present a Healthy Hearts program at locations in Lake and Porter counties in February.

VNA Senior Moments presentation 'Healthy Hearts'

VALPARAISO | The Visiting Nurse Association of Porter County will present 'Healthy Hearts' at locations in Lake and Porter counties in February.

VNA presents The Immune System's Mind/Body Connection

VALPARAISO | The Visiting Nurse Association of Porter County will present this Senior Moments Presentation to provide attendees with information on how stress affects their bodies. They will also learn of ways to cope with stress and improve emotional health, which, in turn, will improve phy…

VNA presents Memory Loss vs. Alzheimer's Disease

Visiting Nurse Association of Porter County

Lifeline service provides a sense of security

PORTAGE | With her Lifeline pendant around her neck, Patricia said she knows help is always just a click away, but that wasn't always the case.

After falling, Lee looks to regain independence

CHESTERTON | One morning, two years ago, Lee's day quickly turned into a nightmare when her hip popped out and she fell on the floor of her Chesterton home.

Christmas for the Elderly campaign provides hope to seniors in need

VALPARAISO | With hundreds of the local senior citizens in need this holiday season, the Porter County Visiting Nurse Association is hoping to better last year's near-record amount raised through the Christmas for the Elderly program.

VNA Senior Moments presentation, "Normal emory loss vs. alzheimer's disease"

VALPARAISO | The Visiting Nurse Association of Porter County will present "Normal Memory Loss vs. Alzheimer's Disease" at locations in Lake and Porter counties in December.

VNA 'SENIOR MOMENTS' PRESENTATION - 'MAINTAINING BODY STRENGTH AND MOBILITY WITH EXERCISE'

VNA 'Senior Moments' Presentation and 'Lung Diseases and Disorders'

VALPARAISO | The Visiting Nurse Association of Porter County will present 'Lung Diseases and Disorders' at locations in Lake and Porter Counties in October.

Foundation honors Porter County nonprofit agencies, leaders

VALPARAISO | The founder of a nonprofit home health care agency and the former chief of a Valparaiso child care provider were among those who received accolades Wednesday for service to their communities.

A First Tour

Michellle Murphy-Wise, director of the new Center for Grief and Healing operated by the VNA of Porter County, shows the yet-unfinished interior of the facility in Valparaiso. The design includes skylights, vibrant colors and special features to help others with the emotional healing process.

A New Start

Michelle Murphy-Wise, left, director of the new Center for Grief and Healing in Valparaiso is shown with Porter County VNA Executive Director Laura Harting, middle, and Cindy Winter, VNA community/physician relations manager, outside the soon-to-open facility.

Helping Others

Nurse Blanche Wright, the first field nurse of the Visiting Nurse Association of Porter County, is shown in this archive photo from the early 1970s assisting a patient. (Image courtesy of the VNA of Porter County)