Entries by LifeInNaples

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 […]

Building a cycle of Prosperity

For more than 40 years, community support has transformed the lives of countless students at Guadalupe Center. The power of generosity is evident in students like Wikaila, 7, who overcame her shyness and became a class leader with impressive academic progress this year; Elizabeth, a high school senior, is pursuing a nursing career at Florida […]

Take Heart. Take a Walk.

Some say laughter is the best medicine and, if that’s the case, then walking may well be the second-best prescription for good health! It’s a simple way to exercise, plus, it’s free and no special equipment is needed. Walking is a low impact way to be more physically active, strengthen your joints, and become more […]

FGCU Pioneering Southwest Florida’s Technological Future

New institute harnessing potential of AI and data science to tackle critical issues Florida Gulf Coast University is advancing education, research and innovation in artificial intelligence and data science through a new institute led by expert faculty. The Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Institute, or Dendritic Institute, was established by FGCU’s U.A. Whitaker College […]