Franciscan Omni Health & Fitness announced today that it has been awarded "Certified Medical Fitness Facility" for the second time by the Medical Fitness Association, the country's leading organization dedicated solely to medically integrated wellness and fitness facilities. This certification is a significant step forward in providing for the health of the entire community and to the individuals taking responsibility for their personal healthcare.
"With over 40 years of operation, Franciscan Omni continues to provide a pathway to a healthier lifestyle through their comprehensive fitness and wellness services, equipment, facilities and expertise that it offers to communities in northwest Indiana," said Marci Crozier, Administrative Director of Health Promotions at Franciscan Omni Health & Fitness. "Franciscan Omni strives to be the leading wellness advocate and resource for the community and coach to the individual anywhere along the health continuum, providing the opportunity for individuals to experience the benefits of committing to a healthy lifestyle."
This program is the first and only certification offered specifically to facilities in the medical fitness industry an industry that serves over 4 million members worldwide. Based on the Medical Fitness Association's internationally recognized Standards and Guidelines for Medical Fitness Facilities, the certification process involves an in-depth , on-site review of a facility's adherence to the prescribed standards and guidelines that is conducted every three years. Both Franciscan Omni Chesterton and Schererville received scores of 100% during their certifications. The certification process is an integral part of ensuring that facilities provide a high level of quality and safety in the programs and services they deliver in order for them to become fully integrated into the local continuum of health care. The Medical Fitness Association Facility Certification is recognized as a mark of excellence in the health and wellness industry.
"With the implementation of the Accountable Care Act and its impact on healthcare systems beginning to be realized, the industry is looking for ways to better manage and coordinate care for the communities they serve. As the incidence of chronic disease continues to rise, the need for more medically supervised, outcomes and accountability based exercise as medicine programs have never been more relevant in our industry than today. It is clear that the task to produce and deliver this revolution in the provision of healthcare with all its necessary components and guidelines is a herculean task. Franciscan Omni has taken an important step towards filling a gap in the current care delivery model. The Time is Now to implement these accountable models of health that reduce the severity of chronic disease and improve the quality of life for those who participate!" Robert D Boone, FACHE, FMFA, President and CEO, Medical Fitness Association.
In addition to the MFA Certification, several awards were received by Omni leadership and facility. Sharon Sporman, Administrative Director of Wellness at Franciscan Omni Health & Fitness was awarded the 2015 Medical Fitness Leader of the Year Award in the Executive Director category. This award is given to an individual who has displayed significant achievements as an executive director and reflects outstanding accomplishments in their professional and personal lives.
The Marla Richmond Memorial Education Award was given to Jane Bogordos, who was recognized as an exceptional educator dedicated to furthering the Medical Fitness Industry through service, outreach and teaching.
Franciscan Omni Schererville also had the honor of receiving Runner Up for the 2015 Medical Fitness Certified Facility of the Year Award which is awarded annually to a facility that clearly serves as a benchmark for the industry and represents the best of MFA's certified facilities.
OMNI FITREWARDS Program took ninth place in the Program Innovation Award for Top 10 Programs Worldwide. This award is given to the facility or individual who has designed the most innovative program furthering their values and mission.
The awards process culminated at an international conference in New Orleans, LA during the month of November where the awards were handed out to the honored guests.
For more information, call Franciscan Omni at 219-983-9832 or 219-865-6969 or stop in and take a tour. Franciscan Omni Health & Fitness is located at 810 Michael Drive, Chesterton, IN and at 221 U.S Hwy 41, Suite A, Schererville, IN.