Location Profile

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Facility Type
Acute Care - General
Facility Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Teaching Facility
Yes
No
Trauma Center
Number of Beds
Magnet
Yes
No

Hospital Overview

The healthcare provider is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. With over 300 beds and a state-of-the-art care center, it’s been a leader in several fields. An innovative pediatric care center has made it a hospital of distinction in the Midwest, while the hospital’s multiple surgery programs have also been recognized. The hospital encompasses a wide range of care options for patients and has expanded within the last six years.

Community Overview

Fort Wayne is the second-largest city in Indiana and is packed with activities with every interest. A hub of industry and culture has made Fort Wayne a top place to settle in Indiana. Whether you want to spend a quiet hour in nature, enjoy the sights and sounds of a theater production, or score a great deal, you find everything you want in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Fort Wayne is a vibrant city with over 300 neighborhoods, and the city is divided into four quadrants. Transportation isn’t an issue, as this bustling city features a bus system with more than a dozen routes, a bike share program, taxis, and UBER, so you can see the city at your own pace. The city is alive daily with people and families on their way to a movie, a show, or a game. There’s plenty of green space in the city to roam as well, with 86 parks and 56 playgrounds in the city limits. The city gets even more electric during the holidays, as Fort Wayne lights up for “Night of Lights” downtown. For even more fun, you can travel to Chicago, Illinois, and spend a day in the "Windy City," as it's only 3 hours away.

Learn more about Fort Wayne at the official city website and explore the area at the county website.

Cost of Living

Education

Fort Wayne’s educational offerings are diverse with over 100 public and private Pre K-12 schools. As an area close to several university campuses, the city’s educational system takes a thorough approach toward giving children the best foundation for success. The educational community boasts an impressive graduation rate of nearly 90%, and the school lists include magnet schools, art schools, math and science academies, and Montessori offerings. Over 60,000 children are enrolled in the school system, and the Fort Wayne school board offers residents the chance to let their children attend any school in the district based on availability.

Click here to read more about public schools in Fort Wayne.
Click here to read about private schools in Fort Wayne.

Once you find the school you are interested in, you will need to contact them directly with any questions you might have.

Transportation

Nearby Cities

Local and Nearby Attractions

A wide range of shopping options make Fort Wayne an attractive place to live with nearly everything you could need at your fingertips. Two upscale shopping malls offer all of your favorite brands, and for bargain shoppers, the city is a popular destination. Vera Bradley and other brands offer annual sales on high-end merchandise in events attended by thousands. Recreation doesn’t stop at shopping either, as the city offers activities for young and old, with plenty for anyone to do. The Fort Wayne Zoo, Science Center, Firefighter Museum, and Fun Farm are top attractions. On your downtime, soak up the culture at the area’s several museums, galleries and historical sites, or catch a game at one of the local minor teams.

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Weather/Climate

Crime Rate

The crime rate in Fort Wayne, Indiana has been on a downward trend for several years, especially as the area grows with more economic diversity. Some crimes have decreased by 55%, and the Fort Wayne police department works together with the community to create a safe place for all by offering crime awareness and prevention solutions. Fort Wayne police regularly hold community outreach programs to teach families about safety, and also offers officer liaisons to engage directly with members of the population in their neighborhoods.

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