Dr. Vieira was drawn to Open Door for its “integrated approach to improving the health of the community,” he said. “Also, I really like being involved in direct patient care.”

50-Year Anniversary | Community Partner Spotlight

This month's 50th anniversary featured partner is Muncie Community Schools (MCS). The groundwork was laid for an Open Door / MCS partnership even before Open Door existed.

50-Year Anniversary | Community Partner Spotlight

This month's 50th anniversary featured partner is Heart of Indiana United Way. For nearly 100 years, United Way has fought for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in our community.

“Where the happy girl at?” asked a patient as he walked into the family practice department at Open Door’s downtown Muncie health center. It did not come as a surprise that he meant Rachel Pounds, a family practice medical assistant.

This month's 50th anniversary partner feature is The Boys & Girls Clubs of Muncie (BGCM). Since opening its doors in 1933, BCGM has provided a safe, structured, and positive environment for generations of local children and youth. Today, they serve more than 600 young people in after-school and summer programs across three locations.

Lacey Nally’s best days at work are when she’s able to help someone with an urgent or specific need. “It feels like a victory when I have the right resources or knowledge to help someone overcome a hurdle,” said Lacey, an Open Door WIC Nutritionist in Madison County.

Have you ever heard of summer “summer slide”? It’s a way to describe the learning loss that can happen over the summer when kids aren’t in school. The long days of summer, though, can include other types of learning and exploration—especially outdoors—that help keeps kids’ brains active.  

You’re planning a family trip to the local splashpad, and you know that you need sunscreen for everyone. There are so many options at the store – what should you choose? We’ll cover the basics with a few frequently asked questions.

50-Year Anniversary | Community Partner Spotlight

For nearly 150 years, MPL has been much more than a place to find reading materials. In the last two years, this “much more than” has meant serving as a space where Open Door community health workers are get to know neighbors by name, hear their joys and concerns, and help connect them with social supports — from scheduling that doctor’s appointment they’ve been putting off, to talking through resources for stable housing or utility assistance.

Forecasters are predicting a long, hot summer, which may mean more time in the water! Whether you’re diving into the community pool, meeting friends at the lake, or having water fun at home, it’s important to know the risks and what to do if something happens.

When the weather gets a lot hotter and more humid than usual, it can lead to serious – and life threatening – illnesses. In extreme heat, the human body must work extra hard to cool itself to a normal temperature.

During the school year, many kids rely on free or reduced-priced breakfasts and lunches for their meals. But what about during the summer?