Franciscan Health

Franciscan Health is a Catholic healthcare system under Franciscan Alliance, Inc., with a network of eleven hospitals in Indiana and one in Illinois. It employs over 18,000 staff members and is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration, who have a long-standing commitment to caring for the poor and those in need of healthcare.

Founded in 1875, Franciscan Health has expanded its services to include acute hospital care, specialized cancer care, cardiac care, behavioral health services, and women and children’s health services. The organization emphasizes faith-based, integrated healthcare, guided by principles of Christian stewardship. It participates in innovative healthcare models to provide coordinated care and cost savings for Medicare beneficiaries, ensuring a focus on holistic treatment and community health initiatives.

Franciscan Health serves a diverse patient population, including women, children, cancer patients, and underserved groups, reflecting its mission to provide compassionate care to all. The organization also collaborates with community partners to support various health programs through the Franciscan Health Foundation.