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Community

Joining the Elkhart General Healthcare System team means providing you with more than the opportunity to work side-by-side with passionate and supportive colleagues; it’s your invitation to join a vibrant community where small-town ideals are the norm and not the exception!

EGH offers a growing economy, a booming housing market, and all the amenities of the big cities.  At the same time, you’ll enjoy the friendliness, safety and natural beauty that will ensure you love where you live.  From historical districts, to large country estates; from riverfront condos to friendly suburban subdivisions—Elkhart County can offer you a new place to call “home”. 

For more information about the Elkhart community, explore the websites below:

Elkhart County Visitor Center

City of Elkhart

Elkhart County Parks

Elkhart Chamber of Commerce

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AREA ATTRACTIONS 

Activities in Elkhart County

Looking for a city with where there’s always something to do? Then Elkhart is the place for you. Throughout the year, this small town slice of American life features concerts, theater and nationally famous Jazz Festival.

We are home to an exceptional variety of museums, with topics ranging from fine art, to RV’s, to railroads.  If food is your passion, we boast fine-dining establishments as well as most international cuisines.  When you’re in the mood for some shopping, we have plenty of retail stores, malls, and flea markets just minutes away.

For family fun, the Woodland nature center, park districts, zoo, and museums offer an abundance of classes and programs for both kids and families.  For something everyone will enjoy, we are proud to annually host America’s largest County Fair.

A Healthy Lifestyle in Elkhart

Elkhart is a community that embraces a healthy, active lifestyle.  Whatever your age, sport or skill level, you’ll find a way to join in the fun.  We proudly sponsor the annual “Great Race” which attracts athletes and spectators from around the world.  Our award-winning park system is in a class of its own for a community our size, and is a place where you can enjoy hiking, camping, horseback riding, biking, skiing, water sports, or a scenic drive on a Sunday afternoon.  There are also many local golf courses as well as health club facilities and park district classes to help you enjoy an active lifestyle year-round.

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SCHOOLS IN ELKHART COUNTY

Elkhart has always emphasized the importance of education.  We offer a choice of excellent public or private schools at both elementary and secondary levels, vocational and technical schools, and colleges and universities that consistently rank among the nation’s best.  Our public library also has several branches for continuing education.

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SURROUNDING AREA INFORMATION

On top of all that Elkhart county offers, there will always be more to explore with so many urban centers less than a few hours away.

You can visit nearby South Bend to explore a college campus or to catch an exciting Notre Dame football game.  Chicago, Detroit, and Indianapolis offer world-renowned museums, shopping, concerts, off-Broadway performances, and dining.  And each of these nearby cities are home to their own famous sports teams, including the Chicago Bears and the Detroit Tigers, and sporting events, like the Indianapolis 500.  

Elkhart, Indiana to South Bend, IN (15 miles)

Elkhart, Indiana to Chicago, IL (110 miles)

Elkhart, Indiana to Detroit, MI (204 miles)

Elkhart, Indiana to Indianapolis, IN (154 miles)