Lesly Bailey

Porter County Aging and Community Services is now scheduling appointments for the Energy Assistance Program. Those needing assistance with their energy bills can call a new number: (219) 850-1131 to schedule appointments, which will begin on Monday Nov. 3 …

The Northwest ISBDC continues to offer new and emerging entrepreneurs start-up assistance through its Launch Your Own Business Workshop: A Sound and Proven Path. It will be offered at two different locations on Tuesday Sept. 16. One session will be from 6 to …

Porter County Aging and Community Services staff united with community members to help a recent fire victim get her life back on track. Carlotta Swain was in need of a place to live after an apparent kitchen fire in Portage’s Breckenridge Apartments caused …

Porter County Family Counseling Center has joined Dayspring Women’s Center as a complementary agency sharing resources and office space at Porter County Aging and Community Services, 1005 N. Campbell St. Executive Director Rachel Niemi, who oversees both …

NW-ISBDC business advisor Gary Brownlee will present “Cash is King … How to make it work in your business!” from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday April 23 at Ivy Tech Community College Michigan City Pejic Campus, 3714 Franklin St. Sponsored by First Trust …

Porter County Aging and Community Services continues to serve region residents through its ramp program along with the assistance of volunteers and community support. “Our program is an avenue to connect those in need of assistance to funding and hands-on …

Porter County Aging and Community Services is in the midst of the Energy Assistance season and the agency has already helped more than 500 clients through this essential program. The income-eligible program helps qualified participants who need assistance …

During its annual meeting, Porter County Aging and Community Services celebrated another year of serving the elderly, needy and those with disabilities through various programs. According to PCACS Board President Ethan Lowe, the support of the Porter County …

The Porter County Aging and Community Services’ ramp fund has been given a boost with the help of a $5,000 grant through the Kankakee Valley REMC Operation Roundup program. The funds will go toward constructing ramps for Porter County residents who need …

Porter County Aging and Community Services will continue extended service hours of its transportation program after the recent budget approval and launching of a new ad initiative. PCACS Executive Director Bruce Lindner said the agency will continue to …