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Primary Care • Gary, IN • Since 1998 • Five locations locations
About
Summary: Community HealthNet (CHN) is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) based in Gary, Indiana, founded in 1998 by Dr. Janet Seabrook. It operates five sites across Lake County, offering comprehensive primary care, dental, and wellness services. The organization employs 17 staff and has shown modest growth. Key contacts: info@chn-indiana.org and +1 219-880-1190. Main locations include five offices in Gary and Hammond, with the Gary HQ at 1021 West 5th Avenue.
Clinic Type
Primary Care
Address
1021 W 5th Avenue, Gary, IN 46402
Phone
(219) 880-1190
chnoutreach@chn-indiana.org
Opening Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Website
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Patient Payment: https://pay.instamed.com/Form/PaymentPortal/Default?id=CHNINDIANA
Languages Spoken
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Google (via chn-indiana.org): 4.4 out of 5 stars (197 reviews)
Patients praise
- professional and knowledgeable staff
- efficient and thorough care
- friendly and respectful environment
- helpful patient education
Common complaints
- issues with dental service accessibility and follow-up
"Dannon Martin Walker, PA is an excellant provider with great assessment and treatment skills. Was very pleasant while providing care."
— Patient review on CHN website"The dental hygenist Ms. Florence is absolutely astounding. I had little education on teeth care and Ms. Florence educated me in an non judgmental effective manner."
— Patient review on CHN websiteSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Hard Rock Casino donates $125,000 to Community HealthNet — Feb 16, 2026
- 5K Walk in Gary Highlights Breast Cancer Risks and Screenings — Sep 25, 2025
- Funding threatened for Community Health Centers across the nation – Help Requested! — Feb 2, 2026
- Calumet Township Expands Aid as SNAP and WIC Cuts Loom - Capital B Gary — Oct 24, 2025
- Community Health Net Launches Groundbreaking Telemedicine Initiative - Community Health Net — Nov 28, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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