Our occupational therapy is available on both an inpatient and outpatient basis. After receiving a physician’s referral, each patient is evaluated and treatment plan and specific goals are established. We assist patients in developing skills that help with daily activities. Group activities create a social environment to practice motor and cognitive skills. Our occupational therapy treatments can help children with disabilities participate fully in school and social situations, assist people recovering from injury to regain skills and provide support for older adults.
Franciscan Health offers a comprehensive physical therapy program focused on rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, including back and neck pain, neuropathy, spine-related injuries and orthopedics. Each patient receives a one-on-one evaluation that will assess range of motion/mobility, strength, gait, balance and overall impairments that may be affecting functional activities. We understand that every person is different, which is why we create individualized programs to meet each patient’s needs.
Virginia really enjoys exercise. That’s why she developed her skills as a personal trainer since 2009. Her specialties are in water exercise and corrective exercise. You might find her in the pool at Franciscan Health Fitness Centers Chesterton when you’re there.
First Name:
Virginia
Email Address:
Virginia.Addison@FranciscanAlliance.org
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Staff Credentials:
M.S. Exercise Science & Health Promotion; B.S. Health & Fitness; WSI Swim Lesson Instructor; CPR/AED and First Aid Instructor; ACE Personal Trainer; AEA Water Exercise; ACE Group Exercise; NASM Corrective Exercise
If you ask Terry, he’ll tell you, “Your health is your greatest wealth. How do you enjoy life if you’re in pain and can’t move?” Helping people with mobility is exactly why Terry helps people learn functional total body movements to maintain great posture, range of motion, strength and endurance. Because of that, Terry strongly believes doing pre-hab movements can reduce the need for re-hab. He has been a personal trainer since 2007 and likes putting his clients in a universal athletic posture to improve metabolism, muscle balance and reduce injury.
First Name:
Terry
Email Address:
terry.peckat@franciscanalliance.org
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Staff Credentials:
M.A. Education, Indiana University B.A. Social Psychology, I.U.; NSCA Athletic Trainer; Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist; Training for Warriors
Elizabeth has been a lifeguard since 2000. In 2005, she became a personal trainer and group exercise instructor to help people achieve their full potential. She also has been a ballet dancer since she was 3, and developed it into a love of fitness. She works with all populations, all ages, and all levels of fitness.
First Name:
Elizabeth
Email Address:
elizabeth.mazepa@franciscanalliance.org
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Staff Credentials:
ACE Personal Training; NETA Primary Group Exercise; WSI Swim Lesson Instructor; Lifeguarding; Les Mills BODYPUMP; Les Mills BODYCOMBAT; Barre Intensity; Piyo; Piloxing
Since 2004, Carensa has wanted to share her knowledge and passion for health, and hopes to inspire others to live a healthy and fun life. She’s passionate about endurance events because they challenge both the mind, as much as the body. She specializes in sport specific training as well as those that are just starting their fitness journey.
First Name:
Carensa
Email Address:
carensa.bradford@franciscanalliance.org
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Staff Credentials:
B.A. Sport & Physical Instruction; ACE Group Exercise; ACE Personal Trainer; WSI Swim Lesson Instructor; Madd Dogg Spinning; Barre Intensity; Les Mills BODYPUMP; Spencer Outdoor Fitness; Spencer Sport Yoga; Pilates
Amanda has been personal training since 2002 when she realized she wanted to help others achieve their own fitness and life goals. Seeing people work hard and achieve goals keeps her inspired each day. She trains adults, athletes and those looking to improve themselves, inside and out. She’s available to train one-on-one or semi-private.
First Name:
Amanda
Email Address:
amanda.johnston@franciscanalliance.org
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Staff Credentials:
B.S. Fitness Management; A.S. Health, Fitness & Nutrition; NETA Personal Training; TFW Certified; CPR/AED and First Aid Instructor; Mad Dogg Spinning
This class is ideal for anyone who wants to know how to perform CPR if the need arises or for someone who needs a certification as part of a job requirement. The course covers CPR for adults, children and infants as well as Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use. All Franciscan Health Fitness Centers staff members are CPR/AED certified.
Sometimes, the hardest part about losing weight can be knowing where to start. Our coaching and support staff work with you every step of the way to achieve your weight loss goals. We aim for balance and long term success, working with each member privately to tailor a nutrition and exercise program that will work specifically for you.
