Entries by LifeInNaples

AVOW KIDS SUMMER CAMP is NOW taking reservations- Make plans today!

Avow Kids provides compassionate support for children and teens navigating the challenges of grief and loss. Through engaging programs, therapeutic activities, and a welcoming community, we offer a safe space for young individuals to express their emotions, build resilience, and connect with peers who share similar experiences. Our summer programs are designed to empower children […]

NCH Welcomes New Medical Residents for Summer 2025

Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) is proud to announce the addition of 16 new residents to its Internal Medicine Residency Program, comprising the Class of 2028. Additionally, NCH will welcome six new residents into its Transitional Year Residency Program in July. The Transitional Year Program is a one-year training experience designed to provide a strong clinical […]

NCEF Invests a Record Amount of over $34 Million

Naples Children & Education Foundation Invests a Record Over $34 Million in Organizations Supporting Underprivileged and At-Risk Children in Collier County The Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF), the founding organization of the Naples Winter Wine Festival, has invested a record over $34 million in close to 50 non-profit organizations supporting underprivileged and at-risk children […]

Sagewood Institute celebrates ANNIVERSARY with series of seminars and an open house

Sagewood Institute is celebrating its fifth anniversary by offering a series of free events over the next three months. From weight loss to skincare, the special seminars and open house will be educational and fun with door prizes and refreshments served. Joaquin Hernandez, (Featured Photo) FNP, Founder and Institute Director of Sagewood Institute opened the […]

LEADERS IN THE FIELDS OF PARKINSON’S RESEARCH AND TREATMENT TO SPEAK IN NAPLES

 LEADERS IN THE FIELDS OF PARKINSON’S RESEARCH AND TREATMENT TO SPEAK IN NAPLES, FLORIDA DURING PARKINSON’S AWARENESS MONTH  The Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida (PASWFL) is proud to host the Living Well with PD: Education Symposium on Thursday, April 24, 2025, in recognition of National Parkinson’s Awareness Month. This event takes place from 9:00 AM […]

Life Jacket Loaner Program Key Component of Drowning Prevention Program, Saves Lives

Recognizing that accidental injuries and other health and safety issues require a coordinated approach, 50 child-serving non-profit, government service and business providers joined efforts in 2010 to create The NCH Safe and Healthy Children’s Coalition of Collier County (the Coalition). According to the Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Vital Statistics, drowning is the leading […]

NCH CVICU and Critical Care Units Earn Silver Beacon Award for Excellence

The Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) at NCH Baker Hospital and the Critical Care Unit at NCH North Hospital have been awarded the Silver Beacon Award for Excellence by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). This prestigious designation recognizes exceptional patient care and a commitment to fostering a healthy work environment. This marks the […]

Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge announces Save the Florida Panther Day

Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge announces Save the Florida Panther Day Friends of the Florida Panther Refuge is excited to announce its annual Save The Florida Panther Day celebration. Families, environmental groups, and wildlife enthusiasts are encouraged to attend the annual event at the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 9 […]

Innovative Arts Access Programs at The Naples Players

The Naples Players (TNP) have solidified their reputation as a cultural hub with their groundbreaking Arts Access program, designed to provide opportunities for individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to engage with high-quality theatrical arts experiences. This commitment reflects TNP’s mission to offer “exceptional access to the power of theatre” and has made the […]

Heavy Equipment Is the Backbone of Southwest Florida

Whether you are a full- or part-time resident—or here on vacation—heavy equipment is directly or indirectly responsible for everything our region offers. This term describes machinery used for construction, mining, farming and more. Heavy equipment also comes in various shapes and sizes, each with a specific purpose. Some are familiar—especially to imaginative youngsters with a […]