2026 IUSM Chronic Disease Prevention

The Lake County Health Department awarded a one‑year grant to Indiana University’s IUSM Northwest Center to deliver chronic‑disease‑prevention education and screening services throughout Lake County. The program targets Indiana residents across schools, community centers, churches, nursing facilities, and health‑fair venues, providing presentations, optional health screenings, educational materials, and referrals to clinical care. Funding is provided as a fixed‑price contract of $75,000 (scheduled in five installments) with a total grant amount of $102,710. The grantee must submit monthly and semi‑annual performance reports, comply with HIPAA, equal‑opportunity, and state procurement regulations, and may be terminated with 90‑day notice. • Scope: health‑education presentations, screenings (BP, glucose, grip, BIA, PHQ‑9), materials distribution, and referrals. • Funding: $75,000 payable in five installments; overall grant $102,710. • Reporting: monthly reports to LCHD contact Denice Trulley and semi‑annual summaries. • Compliance: Indiana residency requirement for participants, prohibition of capital purchases, strict data‑confidentiality rules, and insurance/indemnity obligations.