Valpo Businesses Keep The Good News Coming

Valpo thrives on its business community, from great eateries providing delectable dishes to satisfy any palate, to talented physicians working hard to keep us healthy. We at ValpoLife especially love Valpo businesses because they help us keep the good news train going. So take a look at some of the great businesses that show us love and show them some love back!

Porter Health System: A Leader in Healthcare
One of the leading health systems in the region, Porter is committed to better lives and educating people on how to live healthy. With the completion of the new hospital building, located on the corner of Highways 6 and 49, Porter will be expanding their capacity to serve Northwest Indiana. Take a tour of the building in progress and get ready for Fall 2012 when the facility opens its doors!

A Unique Shopping Experience Awaits You at the Bargain Barn
Looking for a whimsical buying experience? One of Valpo’s newest stores, the Bargain Barn, offers a casual, relaxed setting while you shop for home and garden décor, furniture, clothing, accessories, and even building materials. The Bargain Barn desires your experience to be exciting as you browse, and want to give you a sense of individuality. Buying in large quantities allows the prices to remain low but limited quantities are purchased, in order to keep the uniqueness.

Restore Your Mind and Body at Salon Amara
Every now and then, the stress of life can become overwhelming. There are many ways to relieve built up stress, but one of the most relaxing is a full body massage. Salon Amara offers an extremely peaceful environment for massages, a quiet, candle-lit room, with soothing guitar music peacefully playing in the background. The massage therapist will talk through your trouble zones with you, concentrating on the areas where you carry your stress, in order to alleviate the pain and tension. Not only does the salon offer massage, they excel in a full line-up of spa services, from head to toe.

Bon Femme Serves Up Elegance in a Casual Setting
America meets France at this fine downtown restaurant. A menu based around steak and seafood dishes, Bon Femme serves up culinary delights to please customers and turn them into regulars. The menu changes often, to reflect the changing tastes of customers, yet popular dishes will remain or return to the menu. Stop by often, enjoy a glass of wine, and relax!

Car Buying is Stress-Free at Kennedy Mazda
First-time car buyers often don’t know where to turn when looking to purchase a vehicle. Afraid of being bamboozled, they will turn to recommendations from friends or reviews. After receiving high praise from Kennedy Mazda, I looked to their inventory for my car purchase, as I knew a Mazda was the direction to head in. My experience with the dealership was easy and quick, with personalized service for a confident purchase.

WiseWay Catering to Customers
Natural foods are becoming increasingly popular commodities and WiseWay has expanded their organic department in order to accommodate the growing need. A range of natural options, from snack food to hand soaps, line the shelves, with new items arriving constantly. Not only is WiseWay dedicated to providing top-notch brands, they are committed to serving their customers well. With a friendly staff on hand, questions can be answered and desired products will be brought to the store if they currently do not carry it.

Le Roc Salon and Body Bar Helps You Look and Feel Your Best
One of the newer salons to Valpo’s fabulous line up, Le Roc aims to make customers feel comfortable, sending them home with confidence in their new look! A full selection of spa services are offered at Le Roc, including massages, facials, and waxing. Unique to the salon is the retail portion, which sells not only hair products but also trendy jewelry and clothing. Le Roc is dedicated to the community, partnering with other businesses to help promote and stimulate the local economy.

Physicians for Women Educating to Encourage Healthier Lifestyles
The staff at Physicians for Women aims to educate women on how to achieve optimum health through prevention, the best form of health treatment. Not only do they focus on adult clientele, the physicians work to educate earlier, with teenage girls, to give them the best chances at a healthy lifestyle. Each semester, one of the physicians from the practice visits the health classes at VHS to raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of the breast self-exam.

Stress-Free Shopping for Your Special Occasion at Catherine’s Bridal
Planning a wedding is one of the top most stressing experiences in a woman’s life, from whittling down the guest list to making sure every last detail is accounted for. Because a big portion of the day is dedicated to appearance, the wedding gown is one of the most important aspects of a wedding. Brides can rest assured that they are in good hands at Catherine’s Bridal. A combined 50 years of experience in the wedding industry is on hand to serve jittery brides, finding that perfect dress that fits into any budget.

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