First Steps - Northwest Indiana

First Steps - Northwest Indiana First Steps is Indiana's Early Intervention System. We provide therapies to children birth to three with developmental delays or those at risk for delays.

Northwest Indiana First Steps serves Lake, Porter, LaPorte, Jasper, Newton, Starke & Polaski Counties. If you have a child age birth to three and have concerns for their development, please call the Northwest Indiana First Steps office today to make a referral. NWI First Steps provides evaluations and home-based therapies to children for children birth to three who have developmental delays or dis

abilities. First Steps services are available to all Indiana children, regardless of family income, if the child meets eligibility criteria. We operate on a sliding fee scale based on income and family size. Please visit our website or contact your local First Steps office for more information.

04/27/2026

DNR offering free annual state park passes to foster families

If you are hosting foster children, you and your family are eligible for free entry for a year into all Indiana State Park properties.

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is offering a free Indiana state park annual entrance pass to qualified foster families.

To get a pass, families need to complete a short form at
https://forms.in.gov/Download.aspx?id=15643

On completing the form, submit to PermitApplication@dnr.IN.gov

“Indiana State Parks are a great place for families to make memories and come closer together,” said Brandt Baughman, director, Indiana State Parks. “We’re proud to offer free passes to foster families to help them come together and explore our state parks across Indiana.”

If you’re having trouble completing the form, download and complete it using Adobe Acrobat Reader.

NWI Autism Mom Meetup at Little Harts Play Cafe!
04/24/2026

NWI Autism Mom Meetup at Little Harts Play Cafe!

Join us this Saturday 4/25 for a sensory friendly morning in support of Autism Acceptance Month.

This is a free event created with the goal of supporting families. We will be offering a calm, welcoming space with reduced noise, lower lighting, and a smaller crowd so you and your little ones can enjoy playtime comfortably alongside other moms and caregivers.

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Come and see us at the Michigan City HealthLinc Autism Awareness Event today from 4-6. They have so many fun activities,...
04/21/2026

Come and see us at the Michigan City HealthLinc Autism Awareness Event today from 4-6. They have so many fun activities, giveaways, snacks, and resources!

Come out and see us on April 27th at the East Chicago HealthLinc Autism Awareness Event!
03/31/2026

Come out and see us on April 27th at the East Chicago HealthLinc Autism Awareness Event!

Take a look at the flyer below for information on the 2026 EHDI Family Conference
03/30/2026

Take a look at the flyer below for information on the 2026 EHDI Family Conference

Looking forward to seeing everyone today at HealthLinc Michigan City!
03/19/2026

Looking forward to seeing everyone today at HealthLinc Michigan City!

Come out and see us tonight at the NISEC SEPAC Special Needs and Dosabikities Fair!
02/26/2026

Come out and see us tonight at the NISEC SEPAC Special Needs and Dosabikities Fair!

Thank you NISEC SEPAC for the highlight! We are looking forward to connecting with everyone next week!
02/18/2026

Thank you NISEC SEPAC for the highlight! We are looking forward to connecting with everyone next week!

Take a look at this free 5 session program for Expecting or new moms in Porter county! Write your baby a lullaby to be p...
02/17/2026

Take a look at this free 5 session program for Expecting or new moms in Porter county! Write your baby a lullaby to be performed by the Northwest Indiana Symphony this summer!

We are excited to announce that we are preparing for our 2nd Lullaby Project in collaboration with The Great Lakes Music Company, First Things First Porter County, and Northwest Indiana Symphony! We are looking for moms who live or work in Porter County and have little ones from 0-3. See below for more info and sign up today! 🥰

Beginning Feb 14th, the Portage Autism Support Group will be adding a virtual option to attend. Follow the link in the f...
01/26/2026

Beginning Feb 14th, the Portage Autism Support Group will be adding a virtual option to attend. Follow the link in the flyer to register.

Resources for warming shelters are available through Indiana 211 for individuals requiring assistance on extremely cold ...
01/23/2026

Resources for warming shelters are available through Indiana 211 for individuals requiring assistance on extremely cold days.

01/23/2026

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