Boone County Magazine January 2024 by Towne Post Network, Inc.

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Mayor John Stehr Talks Vision and Areas of Focus

DK Pierce & Associates Helps Patients Receive Access to Crucial Health Treatments

THE LEADING ROLE LONGTIME Incoming Zionsville LEADERS

CLEAR COMMITMENT

Julie Reagan Excited About CEO Role With the Community Foundation of Boone County

THIRD TIME’S A CHARM

AN OASIS UNVEILED Hoosier Village Adding Magnolia Trace Townhomes to Its Campus

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Lebanon Mayor Matt Gentry Ready for Third Term

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THE LEADING ROLE INCOMING ZIONSVILLE MAYOR JOHN STEHR TALKS VISION AND AREAS OF FOCUS Writer / Renee Larr Photographer / Michaela Hoover

When former WTHR broadcast journalist John Stehr retired in 2019, he sought ways to get involved in the Zionsville community where he raised his five children. As a frequent user of the parks system, he felt it was only natural to join the Zionsville Parks and Recreation board. “When I retired, I was looking for ways to get involved in the community because I have a great affection for it, because I’ve lived here so long,” Stehr says. “It means a lot to me and I wanted to do something positive to play a part. Joining the parks board was a great way to do that because I use the parks daily and appreciate our park system.” During his tenure on the board, the parks system experienced tremendous growth and development, including the opening of Overley-Worman Park, extending the Rail Trail north and south, and the completion of a new trailhead on Zionsville Road. “Many of these improvements were in motion before I started on the board so I can’t take credit for those,” Stehr says. “It takes the effort of several different people. When it all comes together it’s a wonderful thing, from which the whole community ultimately benefits, so I was glad to play a small role in those projects.” Stehr says from his position on the parks board, he had an insider’s view of the town government. He says he saw a breakdown of communication, and conflict. He saw the opportunity to run for mayor to step up his community engagement in a productive way. With the support of his wife and children, Stehr decided to run for mayor of Zionsville. His campaign vision included restoring faith in town government, ensuring public safety is a top priority, supporting sustainable growth, rebuilding the south entrance to the village, and building a community recreation center. “I want to bring people together and create consensus among residents,” Stehr says. “It’s not about me and what I can do. It’s about what we can all do together positively. I think we need to lower the temperature on politics. This is not a red or blue situation. 6 | January 2024 | TownePost.com

This is about basic town services like trash pickup and snow plowing.” Stehr says his goal is casting a vision of where residents want Zionsville to be in the next 18 to 20 years. He says he wants to leave more significant social issues to the legislature and congress. Stehr says his focus will indeed be at the municipal level. “We need to construct a comprehensive plan for Zionsville, and it hasn’t been done since 2003,” Stehr says. “I think it’s extremely important to consider what the people in Perry Township, Union Township and Eagle Township want. I want to strive to hear what everyone wants.” Stehr also thinks the south entrance to the village is vital. He says the quaint charm of brick-lined Main Street is the heart and soul of Zionsville. He wants the south entrance to have its own personality, to complement the business district. 22592 EMBGMC_Zionsville.ai

“If the heart isn’t beating and the soul isn’t there, the rest of the body isn’t going to do well either,” he says. He also wants to bring a community center to Zionsville. He says when residents go to other locations for the same kind of experience, it’s taking memories out of Zionsville, and he’d rather residents make their memories where they live. “A community center isn’t just a noun, but a verb,” Stehr says. “Having different generations of people coming together in a central point in Zionsville creates a better sense of quality in the community. It’s important to me that we build that sense of community right here.”

Stehr takes office on January 1, and has been working on his vision for Zionsville for the last few months. He took advantage of running unopposed and started creating a transition team of local leaders. He says group 8/29/18 the10:32 AMmet with different departments,

boards and committees, and compiled a report providing information on each. Stehr plans to meet with each department head to learn more about each one’s functionality. “One thing I keep hearing over and over is the morale of our town employees is not where we want it to be,” Stehr says. “I am pledging to meet with every town employee within the first month just to make sure they understand that they’re valuable. The town cannot function without them. Their work is invaluable to the city, their friends and neighbors. I want them to know I take pride in their work, and feel supported.” Stehr says consistency in town leadership is critical to moving Zionsville forward, and he is looking at running for another term in the future with the support of his family. He credits his transition team for assisting him in accomplishing so much already. For more information, visit zionsville-in. gov/mayor.

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CLEAR COMMITMENT

JULIE REAGAN EXCITED ABOUT CEO ROLE WITH THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF BOONE COUNTY Julie Reagan

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Julie Reagan, the new chief executive officer (CEO) for the Community Foundation of Boone County (CFBC), says she is looking forward to her new role.

The foundation funds various areas including arts and culture, community development, education, elderly, health and human services, scholarships, and youth development.

“I’ve been with the CFBC for five years,” Reagan says. “Before being appointed CEO, I was covering roles from marketing and communications to grant making and education. I’m looking forward to further developing existing relationships and building new relationships with community members from all over Boone County. As genuine relationships are developed, we begin to understand people’s passions and their reasonings for wanting to help others. The more relationships we have, the more we can make those connections, ultimately impacting the communities throughout Boone County by addressing needs from the elderly to youth development, scholarships to arts and culture, and more, all while helping people reach their philanthropic goals.”

“In addition to awarding grants and scholarships, we work to be a leader of philanthropic excellence and pour into the community in a variety of programs, including Women of Impact Boone County, Boone County Nonprofit Network, Gifts of Grain, and Connect Boone County,” Reagan says.

With over $30 million in net assets, the CFBC works with donors to create permanent funds for charitable giving, to strengthen Boone County for generations to come, according to Reagan. “Through relationships, the CFBC unites people, organizations, and philanthropy to create a thriving community for all,” she says. “The Community Foundation continues to invest in the people working to fill local needs, and has granted more than $29 million to nonprofit organizations and programs working to solve critical challenges in Boone County.” Reagan notes that the CFBC has helped people throughout the county. “We serve all communities in Boone County no matter the size or location, from Advance, Jamestown and Thorntown, to Lebanon, Whitestown and Zionsville,” Reagan says. “Last year we awarded more than $1.2 million in local grants and scholarships. The grants funded programming for a variety of needs including funding local food pantries, providing monthly stipends to help cover elderly expenses for those in need, providing diapers to families in need of assistance, and support for local cancer patients - and much, much more.” 8 | January 2024 | TownePost.com

Before joining the CFBC in 2018, Reagan worked in higher education for 10 years, including the School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering at IUPUI. “Connect Boone County a great way for people to learn more about our local nonprofits and their needs, and then find an organization they want to get involved with by donating or volunteering,” Reagan says. “Women of Impact Boone County is a philanthropic, giving group of women who meet four times a year, pool together their annual membership of $500, and award grants to Boone Countyserving nonprofits.” Reagan notes that local needs are always changing. “When people want to financially help but they aren’t sure the best place to give, they can donate directly to the Community Impact Fund, held at the Community Foundation of Boone County, knowing that we will award out the dollars based on the everchanging needs,” Reagan says. Reagan adds that with more growth coming to Boone County, needs will change. “That’s why the work of the foundation is so incredibly important and critical,” she says. “We are positioned to respond to the needs as they change year to year, because of our $30-plus million endowment and our relationships. As we grow our endowment of $30-plus million, this will translate into more dollars being awarded out into the community in scholarships to local students and grants

to Boone County-serving nonprofits.” When Reagan isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her family. “My husband, Craig, and I have lived in Lebanon for 15 years,” she says. “Our two sons, Ty and Cody, attend schools in the Lebanon Community School Corporation. As a family, we enjoy going to the home Purdue football games. I’m a Boilermaker. Boiler Up. We also enjoy visiting new places and spending time with friends and family.” Reagan is continually inspired by the foundation’s board of directors. “We have an incredibly supportive board of directors, and I am so grateful to them for all they continue to do to support our team and elevate CFBC,” she says. “We also have an amazing staff who all have the heart to help Boone County. I’m very excited to see where this next step takes CFBC, and the impact we will collectively make, together.” For additional info, go to communityfoundationbc.org.

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THIRD TIME’S A CHARM

LEBANON MAYOR MATT GENTRY READY FOR THIRD TERM Writer / Michelle Kaufman Photographer / Michaela Hoover

Lebanon Mayor Matt Gentry is looking forward to another four years of economic development and infrastructure improvements as he enters his third term. “We have the beautiful courthouse square, the downtown area and all of the parks,” he says. “There are so many great building blocks of community here, but it’s also conveniently located wherever you want to go.” One of the major projects that will impact Boone County for years to come is the Limitless Exploration Advanced Pace (LEAP) district that is currently under construction near Interstate 65. “I think LEAP is going to be pivotal for Lebanon’s future,” Gentry says. “Fifty years from now I think people are going to look back and say this was a really important decision that the leadership of the town made at this time, and I think they’re going to say it was the right decision. It was a hard one, certainly, but I think it’s going to be in Lebanon’s long-term best interest.” LEAP is a new concept for Indiana and the district is more than 9,000 acres of land. Eli Lilly is currently building a manufacturing campus that will focus on production in pharmaceutical ingredients as well as cell and gene therapy.

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“I would just emphasize that the potential for LEAP for Lebanon and Boone County especially is untold,” Gentry says. “We’re talking tens of billions of investments from many, many companies that will provide phenomenal opportunities. We always hear about places losing population or kids from Indiana that move away for better opportunities. That doesn’t have to be the case. We can turn that back by forwardthinking projects like LEAP. It can provide those kids a reason to stay and also reasons for kids to come back. That’s something I think about a lot too.” Gentry says he views LEAP as a project to support existing communities and provide better opportunities for existing residents.

“It really is about the future,” he says. “We certainly live in a global economy these days, and so how do we make sure that Lebanon, Boone County and Indiana can compete on that international level? I think we’re already seeing the successes of that, and I think there will be some additional announcements hopefully in 2024 that’ll show there’s a lot of people that are excited about what’s happening here. There’s a lot of great momentum in the area.” Gentry says he’s been working towards keeping the city’s character and smalltown feel, while also planning for growth and making sure infrastructure is in place. Throughout the last eight years, Gentry says he is most proud of completing the Big 4 Trail as well as the ADA-accessible

playground at Memorial Park. “[The trail] will kind of serve as the backbone for connecting our community,” he says. “I really believe that what keeps communities connected and tied together is the ability to get places without a car being able to walk and see your neighbors or hop on your bike to go see your friends. I spend a lot of time thinking about sidewalks and street lights and parks. I think as a community, valuing those kinds of small placemaking and quality-of-life pieces are so important for a city’s infrastructure.” In 2024 Gentry plans to work on a new park on the city’s west side, where the Street Department used to be. Work is also expected to be done on the Midland Trail, which will allow east-west connectivity to eastern Hamilton County. The Brakeman building, Lebanon’s first new mixed-use building in over a century, is now open for residents. A nail salon is expected

to open in the spring, and the city hopes to hear about more commercial additions soon. The city is also working on downtown parking solutions. Now a father of two, Gentry’s driving force is making Lebanon a place future generations will want to come back to and raise their families. “That’s really the motivating factor for me trying to build a community that they will love, just like I love Lebanon,” he says. “No place is perfect, but I think we can all work together to try to make it a better place for everyone. They can travel the world, but whatever their dream is, they can do that here in Lebanon. It’s an ambitious goal, but that’s kind of how I view the world and how I approach it.” If you have comments or concerns, Gentry can be reached at 765-482-1201 or MayorGentry@Lebanon.IN.gov.

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TOURISM SPOTLIGHT

DULL’S TREE FARM RECOGNIZED WITH 2023 HOOSIER HOSPITALITY AWARD

At a recent meeting held at the Eiteljorg Museum in Indianapolis, Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Destination Development Corporation (IDDC) announced that Dull’s Tree Farm, Thorntown, IN is a recipient of a 2023 Hoosier Hospitality Award. “Tourism is an integral part of Indiana’s economy,” said Lt. Gov. Crouch, Indiana’s Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development. “Indiana is fortunate to have so many tourism venues providing great opportunities to play and stay. Places and spaces are key parts of ‘quality of place,’ but it is our people that truly make Indiana a more attractive destination.” Dull’s Tree Farm is a family-owned farm that features year-round activities at their 1880s homestead, surrounded by acres of Christmas trees, pumpkin patches, log buildings, barns, and outdoor experiences.

“Dull’s Tree Farm is one of Boone County’s outstanding agritourism locations,” says Boone County Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Director Allyson Gutwein. “Since their first Christmas tree season in 1992, the Dull family has continued to add more seasonal events, and welcome more visitors to their unique tourism venue.” The Hoosier Hospitality Award is given to Hoosiers that have displayed a high level of service in tourism-related professions in Indiana. Dull’s Tree Farm was recognized in the family-owned attraction category. “Hoosier hospitality is at the core of this ceremony,” said Elaine Bedel, IDDC Secretary and CEO. “ We see it and feel it every day in Indiana. In hospitality and tourism, we take great pride in our communities and recognize the importance of going the extra mile and how much it makes a difference.”

About the Boone County CVB: The Boone County Convention and Visitors Bureau is a destination marketing organization committed to promoting tourism, attracting visitors, and fostering community engagement in Boone County, Indiana. The CVB strives to create unforgettable experiences for visitors and residents alike by showcasing the area’s rich history, vibrant culture, and unique attractions.

For more information about the Boone County Convention & Visitors Bureau, visit boonecvb.com or follow us on facebook.com/BooneCVB. TownePost.com | January 2024 | 13

IT’S A WASH KEY CAR WASH KEEPS ON SPARKLING IN LEBANON Writer / Alli Donovan Photographer / Krystal Dailey

Key Car Wash is Boone County’s premiere car cleaning facility. The family-owned business opened in 2022 and has quickly become a beloved business in the town of Lebanon. David and Susan Jones are longtime business owners, and in 2019, David, a retiree at the time, had the idea for their next venture. “I wanted to find out the interest in a car wash here in Lebanon,” explains David. “I started doing research and found out that car washes here are determined successful by the car count and traffic levels.” David says that in 2019, approximately 18,000 cars were driving past his plot of land daily. After determining the size, demographic and complete makeup of Lebanon, he was able to plug numbers into a formula, concluding that his plot of land would be the perfect spot for a new car wash business. A great deal of research went into this idea. David spent 2019 and 2020 researching car washes, talking to contractors and touring various facilities. After a couple years of planning and building, Key Car Wash officially opened on August 2, 2022. Key Car Wash offers a variety of services and packages to their customers. Each wash is classified under a level: Silver Key Wash, Gold Key Wash or Platinum Key Wash. Each of these tiers has an individual wash price, a membership price or a family plan price. With each tier, different services are provided as well. Car mat washes and free vacuuming services are

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available at Key Car Wash as well. But what makes Key Car Wash stand out from other car cleaning facilities? When driving past Key Car Wash, visitors will notice that it’s a two-story, beautifully designed building, rather than your typical concrete car wash. The building has office space for its staff on the second floor. The interior of the car wash is wider than normal, running at 27 feet wide. The interior also features lights for visitors as they move through the wash. The tunnel is made of glass so customers can see outside the building as well. Key Car Wash has two pet washing stations available for customers to use. The rooms are equipped with both heated and cool air conditioning, and include 32-inch televisions. The pet wash includes a choice of shampoo, conditioner, flea treatment, rinse, and hair drying. The cost is $10 for 10 minutes. Additional time is priced at $1/minute.

Joining David and Susan is longtime friend and employee, Sandy DeVol. She is the business partner and manager at Key Car Wash. Shawn VanMeter is on the team as the site manager. The four of them make up an excellent team of leaders at the facility, and are supported by a friendly and caring staff that takes care of their customers. “Most of our compliments come from customers telling us how kind and helpful our staff is,” explains DeVol. “To me that means everything. The teenagers we hire are just awesome kids.” Key Car Wash is also heavily involved in giving back to the community. Various organizations are able to host fundraisers at the car wash to raise money. They will receive donations, and Key Car Wash provides an extra donation to each organization after their fundraiser concludes. Giving back to the community is an important value to the Key Car Wash team. David and Susan both grew up in Lebanon. Growing a business here in the city means a lot to them. “I love Lebanon,” says David. “Lebanon had needed a car wash and this was an opportunity to give something back to Lebanon. I’m happy to be able to do that.” Visit Key Car Wash at 1800 North Lebanon Street in Lebanon. For more information on memberships, wash packages and fundraisers, call 765-484-8564 or visit keycarwash.com.

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Patients dealing with serious health problems can have a difficult time finding help with health care reimbursement, but DK Pierce & Associates can help. Denise K. Pierce, founder and chief executive officer of DK Pierce & Associates, says her business has been a leader in the biopharmaceutical consulting space for nearly 25 years, working with companies all over the globe.

patients, or help a biopharmaceutical client understand the challenges of patient cost share when receiving a treatment for sickle cell anemia. Each day is a new opportunity to unravel the complexity in the health care environment.” She says DK Pierce is extremely unique in the consulting industry.

“We are an [employee stock ownership plan company] and a certified Women’s Business Enterprise,” Pierce says. “Being an employee-owned company means there is a deep level of personal investment “Our mission centers around ensuring from employees and there are long-term that patients struggling with catastrophic incentives to stay with the company. This health conditions can get access to the is very different from other consulting treatments they need, especially in the areas companies where employee turnover is of cancer and rare disease,” Pierce says. “We common. We are also unique in other ways. recently partnered with a biopharmaceutical We have been one of Indiana’s Best Places company to bring a new, costly gene therapy to Work every year since 2017, and this year to market to treat children with an ultra-rare received status as a 5-Star AchieveWELL disease. One of our roles is working with company from the Wellness Council of all the state Medicaid offices across the U.S. Indiana for our commitment to health and to ensure that the treatment is recognized well-being for our employees.” by each agency, and that there is clarity on how and where a patient will have access DK Pierce & Associates also gives back to to treatment. Tomorrow we may work on the Zionsville community. a cancer treatment that impacts Medicare

“As a company, we have a legacy of giving back to the community, actively involved with several nonprofits in Boone County,” Pierce says. “Personally, I serve on the board of the Humane Society for Boone County, and I am stepping into the role of president of the board for the Zionsville Chamber of Commerce. I’m passionate about immersing myself in the community to support positive change and help other businesses grow and flourish, especially in such a conflicted world we see around us.” DK Pierce & Associates has been in the Zionsville community for a long time. “Our company has been in Zionsville since it was founded in 2000,” Pierce says. ‘Our office moved around Zionsville a bit over the years, but our true home is in Zionsville’s Creekside Corporate Park. This is such an amazing location for a business. Our building is tucked in the woods, commonly mistaken for the Zionsville Nature Center, and we have access to trails that take us right into the village, which our employees frequent often - an ideal environment for employees to work within.”

For more info on DK Pierce & Associates, call 317-873-0303 or go to dkpierce.net. 16 | January 2024 | TownePost.com

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recognizing the signs and symptoms of early memory loss, and understanding senior living options, to An ongoing series of Q&A videos housed on CarDon’s website, the Senior Resource Hub was partly a response name a few. to COVID, and it developed in 2021, as people were still isolating and social distancing. An series of Q&A videos housed on CarDon’s website, the Senior Resource Huboverarching was partly a response COVID, andthe it “Asongoing the rest of the world went virtual, so did we, allowing us to fulfill our missiontoof serving developed in 2021 as people werethe still walls isolating distancing.said CarDon Vice President and Chief Growth Officer greater community outside ofand oursocial campuses,” Kendra Fauth-Edwards. “We thought, ‘Let’s bring all our resources together and have casual, open video “As the rest of thethat worldwe went virtual, did we, allowingeven us tothose fulfill our overarching mission serving the greater community conversations can sharesowith anyone, who don’t live in ourofcommunities or have lovedoutside ones the walls our campuses,” says CarDon Vice President and Chief Growth Officer Kendra Fauth-Edwards. “We thought, ‘Let’s bring who areofresidents.’” all our resources together and have casual, open video conversations that we can share with anyone, even those who don’t live in our The Resource Hubloved videos from one-on-one interviews to virtual roundtable discussions with several communities or have onesrange who are residents. ’” experts in various fields. And they often bring out personal, relatable insights. For instance, in the video on medication Director of Clinical Coordination Scally talks about howinshe helped The Resource management, Hub videos rangeCarDon from one-on-one interviews to virtual round-tableAngie discussions with several experts various fields.her grandfather when he was having age-related difficulties. And they often sort bringhis outmedicine personal, relatable insights. For instance, in the video on medication management, CarDon Director of Clinical Coordination Angie Scally talks about how she helped her grandfather sort his medicine when he was having age-related difficulties. “My grandfather had slight dementia, and when he was at home, he had his meds on a coffee table, in a cabinet, on bedsidehad table, she said. “I worked him medicines inhis one place, “Myhis grandfather slightetc.” dementia, and when he was atwith home, heon hadputting his medsall on his a coffee table, in together a cabinet, on bedside table, discarding the ones he no longer needed to be taking and color-coding the ones he was currently taking. etcetera,” she says. “I worked with him on putting all his medicines together in one place, discarding the ones he no longer neededHaving to be a meds that breaks whytaking. and when take medications is also You’ll want to taking andlist color-coding the down ones hethe was how, currently Havingyou a meds listthose that breaks down the how, whyhelpful. and when you take those keep that in your purse or your wallet for medical appointments because it helps healthcare providers give the medications is also helpful. You’ll want to keep that in your purse or your wallet for medical appointments because it helps health care care yougive need.” providers the care you need.” In addition to CarDon representatives, the videos feature outside experts such as elder law attorneys, registered In addition to CarDon representatives, the videos feature outside experts such as elder law attorneys, registered dietitians, dialysis dietitians, dialysis providers, veteran benefit providers and more. They tackle tough questions, such as how to providers, veteran benefit providers and more. They tackle tough questions such as how to talk to loved ones about moving into senior talk to loved ones about moving into senior living, what signs of memory loss to keep an eye on, where to look living, what signs of memory loss to keep an eye on, where to look for respite care, and more. for respite care, etc.

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Best all,all, thethe Senior Resource Hub allows topeople broach these sometimes-sensitive Bestofof Senior Resource Hubpeople allows to broach these topics from thesensitive privacy and comfort of their and thoseof interested in sometimes topics from the homes. privacyViewers and comfort their homes. learning more send interested questions forin future videosmore to InfoCD@cardon.us. You can find Viewers andcan those learning can send questions for new and videos archivedto videos at cardon.us/senior-resource-hub, scanand the archived QR code below. future InfoCD@cardon.us. You can find or new videos at https://cardon.us/senior-resource-hub, or scan the QR code below. “Visiting the Senior Resource Hub is a great way to find answers to difficult questions and “Visiting the Senior Resource Hub is a great wayseniors,” to findFauth-Edwards answers to says. get advice for approaching sensitive topics related to aging difficult questionswe’re andonline get advice forhere approaching topics related “We’re approachable, and we’re for whateversensitive you need along your own to aging journey. ” seniors, “ Fauth-Edwards said. “We’re approachable, we’re online and we’re here for whatever you need along your own journey.”

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estled within the expansive landscape of Hoosier Village’s 300-plus-acre campus, a new addition of luxury living unfolds with the introduction of the Magnolia Trace townhomes. These residences represent a pinnacle in senior living, seamlessly blending upscale comfort with the picturesque surroundings of one of the most sought-after retirement communities in Boone County and surrounding areas. As the latest jewel in Hoosier Village’s crown, the new townhomes offer a place where elegance meets modern convenience. These spacious two- or three-bedroom townhome layouts will have oversized two-car garages, including space for your golf cart, and modern finishes that redefine upscale, maintenance-free living for those seeking a high-end retirement experience. On a newly created boulevard, these stunning townhomes will be seen throughout the neighborhood, complete with green spaces, a dog park and raised garden beds. Each townhome has its own private entrance, an elevator and balconies on the front and rear which boast the already ample living space. The nonprofit community located in Zionsville has become a hub for active seniors, fostering an engaging and fulfilling environment with a range of amenities and services, ensuring that residents have everything they desire to thrive in their next chapter. Anna Wellman, Hoosier Village marketing and sales coordinator, emphasizes the diverse array of activities available to residents, ranging from swimming to pickleball to outdoor concerts. “Regardless of where your interests lie, our campus has a lot to offer,” she says. “Every day I see residents engaged in many activities such as gardening, playing pickleball, walking their dogs and socializing with neighbors. There is always something to do at Hoosier Village.” TownePost.com | January 2024 | 19

Mindy Kantz, executive director of Hoosier Village, says the new townhomes bring a unique and new home design to the already distinguished campus. “In response to the community’s keen interest, we decided to introduce a new type of residential home on the campus,” she says. “As a result, we have designed and developed the new Magnolia Trace townhomes.”

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Known for its upscale, maintenance-free living, Hoosier Village is now thrilled to announce a new opportunity for luxury living: Magnolia Trace Townhomes. These stunning homes are the latest addition to our beautiful 300-acre neighborhood. Boasting ample living space, two or three bedrooms, oversized two-car garages, and luxury finishes, attention to detail and impeccable service define Magnolia Trace Townhomes at Hoosier Village. As a non-profit life plan community, Hoosier Village provides a rewarding lifestyle with a range of amenities and services. In addition to our independent living options, we also offer a full range of supportive care services, so regardless of your needs, we have the perfect option for your next chapter.

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As a faith-based organization, Hoosier Village believes in responsible stewardship of resources, from making sure all of its communities are consistently maintained and updated, to employing the sound financial practices that have made BHI Senior Living, parent company of Hoosier Village, one of the most well-respected senior living organizations in Indiana. Beyond the independent living offered by townhomes, the community provides supportive care services. This ensures that, regardless of individual needs, every resident can find the perfect solution for their unique journey.

“Magnolia Trace townhomes are designed to provide an urban-style option to the selection of residences on the Hoosier Village campus,” says Nancy Nelson, vice president of communications and public relations for BHI Senior Living. “Over the past 10 years Hoosier Village has seen tremendous growth, adding a wide range of housing models, particularly those which appeal to active, independent individuals. After seeing the success of townhome developments in Carmel and downtown Indianapolis, it felt like the time was right to add something similar at Hoosier Village.” “There are features incorporated into the design to accommodate changing abilities as residents age,” Nelson says. “This is the best of both worlds for people who are looking for a sophisticated, luxury townhome while still planning ahead for the future. The response has been excellent and many of the homes have already been reserved.” With a blend of engaging activities, upscale residences and comprehensive care services, Hoosier Village continues to set the standard for a fulfilling and rewarding retirement experience. To learn more, visit hoosiervillage.com.

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WITHAM HEALTH SERVICES OFFERS QUICK AND EASY ACCESS TO RHEUMATOLOGY SERVICES IN LEBANON & WHITESTOWN AT ANSON. Arthritis is a painful condition that can become debilitating and deprive people of their abilities to work and play. Thanks to the help of rheumatologists, like Dr. Tehniat Haider, people suffering from arthritis can receive help for the pain and fatigue that puts their lives on hold. Trained as internists or pediatricians, rheumatologists are physicians who have additional education and experience specifically in the field of diagnosing and treating arthritis and other conditions affecting the joints, soft tissues and connective tissues. Rheumatologists specialize in diagnosing and treating autoimmune diseases such as Lupus, Sjogrens, myositis etc. They also treat psoriasis, gout, and osteoporosis. Patients suffering from severe, longterm joint and muscle pain may find their ability to work and care for themselves compromised. In these cases, the additional support and diagnostic and therapeutic resources provided by a rheumatologist can help primary care physicians make a more accurate diagnosis and provide more focused care. In early stages, most rheumatic conditions can be very difficult to diagnose, but rheumatologists undergo specific training that enables them to identify these conditions at their onset.

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BELOW IS A LIST OF ADULT CONDITIONS THAT ARE OVERSEEN BY WITHAM HEALTH SERVICES RHEUMATOLOGY. • ANA positive, RF positive • ANCA associated Vasculitis • Ankylosing Spondylitis • Antiphospholipid Syndrome *if associated with SLE or another rheumatologic condition • Bursitis • Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition (CPPD) *Pseudo gout • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome • Dermatomyositis • Fibromyalgia *will assist PCP with recommendations • Giant Cell Arteritis

• Gout • Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis * formerly Wegner’s Granulomatosis • HCV and Rheumatic Disease • IBD associated Arthropathy • Inflammatory Myopathies/ Myositis • Mixed Connective Tissue Disease • Osteoarthritis • Osteoporosis/Bone Health • Polyarthritis Nodosa • Polymyalgia Rheumatica • Polymyositis • Psoriatic Arthritis

• R aynaud’s Phenomenon • Reactive Arthritis *formerly Reiter’s Syndrome • Rheumatoid Arthritis • Rheumatoid Factor positive • Scleroderma • Sjogren’s Syndrome • Spondyloarthritis • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus • Takayasu’s Arteritis • Tendonitis • Undifferentiated connective tissue disease • Vasculitis

Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment for the condition means a better, productive and functional life. The sooner you call the sooner we can get you scheduled. We have quick referral appointments. For more information about rheumatology services at Witham, call 765-485-8830. Tehniat Haider, M.D. is a rheumatologist with Witham Health Services specializing in the care of patients suffering from arthritis or severe long-term joint and muscle pain, an autoimmune disease, psoriasis and much more. For more information or to schedule an appointment call 765-485-8830. Tehniat Haider, M.D. Rheumatology Services Witham Health Services

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NONPROFIT SPOTLIGHT

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Anita Bowen, executive director of Boone County Senior Services, Inc. (BCSSI), says BCSSI has always been a welcoming place for older adults to age well and live more active lives. “There’s always room for more, and we love it when someone new walks through our doors,” Bowen says. “We encourage those who already know about us to invite someone new in 2024 to come experience how BCSSI connects the generations. We are always looking for ways to help those in our midst live life to the fullest, no matter the age.” Bowen says BCSSI is a private nonprofit caring for Boone County that has been around since 1978. “Our mission is to promote independence and provide enriching opportunities for older adults,” Bowen says. “We are also the public transit provider, like the city bus, for Boone County residents of all

BCSSI operates from a main office in Lebanon, and a satellite office on the second floor of the Zionsville Town Hall. “In addition to transit, BCSSI is also designated as a Personal Services Agency by the Indiana State Department of Health,” Bowen says. “This means that we can go into homes of individuals aged 60 and older to help them live their best quality of life at home by offering assistance. We assist them with bathing, housekeeping, meal preparation, medication reminders, errands and more. We also provide respite support for family caregivers who may need a break to get out of the house for personal time. A trained staff member can spend time with the loved one at home while the caregiver gets out of the house for a period of time.” Bowen notes that activities at both locations are varied, and offer individuals an opportunity to stay active physically, mentally and socially. “These activities range from our Lunch & Learns with guest speakers to craft classes, line dancing, legal assistance, computer/

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tech assistance, caregiver support group, art classes and much more,” Bowen says. “We had a fun fitness drumming class at a Lunch & Learn that we did at the Witham Family YMCA. Sometimes field trips are included too for Lunch & Learn. The variety of programs and activities changes each year based on what the consumers want as we are continually gathering input.” Bowen says BCSSI also organizes fun trips. “Additionally, we are active beyond the walls of our two locations with bus trips, both day and multi-day, van trips, and special events including our annual BCSSI Olympics and Senior Health and Wellness Expo,” she says. “One of our most popular programs in Zionsville is Sip & Learn, in conjunction with the Zionsville Fire Department. It is hosted monthly and features a hot topic to keep residents informed. Coffee and snacks are featured too.”

who aid in the employees’ ability to care for the community. “Each spring the agency hosts a celebration to recognize them,” Bowen says. “We also are pleased to be able to offer information and assistance each day by phone, email and social media. Both of our locations have a variety of resources that might be helpful to community members to help with downsizing, selecting a nursing facility, choosing home health support, and more.” Bowen notes that all older adults are welcome at BCSSI, which is located at 515 Crown Pointe Drive in Lebanon.

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BCSSI has several programs planned for the new year. “Programs in 2024 will feature a wide variety including those that have been popular in 2023,” Bowen says. “We will also continue to offer weekend and night activities on a regular basis for those who are still working during the day. BCSSI has a new strategic plan for 2024 to 2028, and more details will be announced soon regarding ways for the community to benefit.” Bowen says BCSSI is fortunate to have hundreds of volunteers

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FACTS ABOUT THE BABY BOOM GENERATION (BORN 1946-1964) Provided by Parade.com

Dairy Queen was one of the first food chains to start franchising in 1955 and had everyone screaming for ice cream with their Dilly Bars and Mr. Misty.

Think it was just the famous Beatles on the front of the Abbey Road cover? Astute Boomers also noticed that a VW Beetle was in the photo on this record that featured the lead single “Something/”Come Together”.

“Shake, Shake, Shake, Shake Shake, Shake Shake Your Booty” Eating in front of the TV got a lot better when TV dinners holds the record for being the only number-one song title with were introduced. There were only originally four main courses a word repeated more than three times in it. sold by Swanson: meatloaf, fried chicken, turkey and Salisbury steak. Ricky Nelson was second only to Elvis as the most popular rock ‘n’ roll artist from 1957 to 1962. Impressionable Boomers started ‘smoking’ bubble gum cigarettes that would puff out powdered sugar as smoke. Elizabeth may have been 25 when she became a queen in 1953, but Freddie Mercury was a young 24 when he One of the most popular side dishes in the 60s was Rice-astarted fronting the British rock group Queen in 1970. Roni, known as “The San Francisco Treat.” Its commercials all started with the distinct cable car bell ringing. “Sweet Georgia Brown” was whistled as the theme song at the Harlem Globetrotters games. Hopalong Cassidy, a TV Western hero, was the first image ever put onto a lunch box. It was a runaway hit, selling more than The game Twister, which once got Johnny Carson and Eva 600,000 at $2.39 each in its first year. Gabor in tangles on The Tonight Show, got its beginnings as a game of tic-tac-toe to be played with your feet. At the height of its 1950s fad, more than 5000 Davy Crockett coonskin hats sold each day, showing the power of television The reason yo-yos became so iconic? The launch of the on commerce—the popularity of the Davy Crockett show drove Butterfly yoyo by Duncan in the ‘50s made it easier for sales through the roof. Boomers to do tricks and stunts with their yo-yos, which helped fuel the craze.

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“Barbie was the ultimate doll—but Baby Boomers experienced everything from Betsy Wetsy who had problems “holding it” to Growing Up Skipper who got taller if you turned the knob.

One of the most iconic toys from the Baby Boomer era? Stretch Armstrong—a musclebound action figure that had the physical ability to be stretched almost five feet.

It’s all so EGG-citing! Two products from the Boom Era came packaged in plastic eggs–Silly Putty and L’eggs Pantyhose.

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Every day, baby boomers recited the Pledge of Allegiance at the start of their school day.

During Vietnam over five million Americans wore bracelets with a POW’s name, rank and loss date in support of our troops.

A number of iconic Baby Boomer celebrities wound up going into politics including Love Boat’s Fred Grandy (Congress) Sonny Bono (Palm Springs Mayor and Congressman,) and Clint Eastwood (Mayor of Carmel, CA).

The price of the average movie ticket in 1975 was $2.

The first show to ever be broadcast in color on ABC-TV was The Jetsons, which debuted in 1962 and had Boomers dreaming of walking their dog on a treadmill in space just like George walked Astro.

Bob Keeshan was a Boomer favorite in three different decades as Captain Kangaroo. He was also the original Clarabell the clown on The Howdy Doody Show in the 1950s.

Definitely not suitable for today’s roads but in 1969’s Easy Rider, Peter Fonda sported a “Captain America” red, white, and blue helmet, while Jack Nicholson donned a gold American football helmet. Another baby boomer fact: This cult classic was one of the first to use pre-recorded music for a soundtrack.

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Young love bloomed with the movie star set in the 50s and 60s, with Mia Farrow marrying Frank Sinatra when she was 21 and Elizabeth Taylor marrying Nicky Hilton when she was only 18 years old.

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CHECK YOUR PASSPORT NOW Make sure that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond the anticipated return date of your trip. Know it can take up to six months to get or renew a passport unless you pay extra to expedite it. Also, allianztravelinsurance.com can inform you of any special visa or vaccination requirements for your destination, which may take a while to obtain. FLY IN A DAY BEFORE YOUR CRUISE OR TOUR BEGINS Never assume that the airline is going to get you to your destination when they say it will. A flight cancellation or long delay could make you miss the embarkation of your cruise or tour. Fly or drive in at least one day early and relax in a port hotel.

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BE VERY CAREFUL USING AIRPORT WI-FI Many airports and train depots are rife with official-looking but fake Wi-Fi sites designed to capture all the information on your electronic device. Make sure you check with the airport to find out the name of their Wi-Fi system. Many airports have systems that are not secure. I have a list. INVEST IN AN RFID-SAFE WALLET The same charge card chip that allows you to wave or tap your card at the checkout line terminal can be scanned by a crook with a high-powered device well over a foot away from your wallet pocket or purse, to capture your data.

TIPS ON CHANGING CURRENCY Changing currency can cost up to 30% in fees, plus a fee to change back any surplus at trip’s end. At Travelex kiosks practically everywhere, there is no fee for changing $500 into the foreign currency. Keeping your receipt will avoid fees when changing surplus back. Traveler’s checks will cost you too. You can load $500 stateside, without fees, onto a Travelex debit card with a special personal identification number, which will allow you to redeem foreign cash at many ATMs at any Travelex outlet. A lost, stolen or scanned card is useless without the pin number. Travelex sends you two cards, to keep one safe while using the other for shopping.

NEVER TRAVEL WITHOUT TRAVEL INSURANCE Don’t think you don’t need travel insurance because you are healthy. The medical component of your travel insurance policy is a very tiny part of your premium. You are mainly protecting yourself from missed connections, canceled flights, lost or delayed luggage, etcetera.

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player. Purchase a device before leaving to eliminate a lot of hassle and stress of trying to shop for one in a foreign country. An international AC adaptor with high enough wattage capacity (to handle your hair dryer) makes good sense too.

USE A PROFESSIONAL TO PLAN YOUR TRIP Booking your own flights, cruises and BE PREPARED FOR LONG LINES INVEST IN AN INTERNATIONAL resorts can be confusing and stressful, ELECTRONIC DEVICE CHARGER wading through routes, layovers, AND WAITS AT THE CRUISE transfers, cruise hotels and a dozen other AND AC ADAPTOR TERMINAL factors. Why not leave it to the travel You have just arrived at your European Unless your loyalty program gives you professionals instead, and reduce or (or other foreign country) location only priority boarding (or you pay for it), to find that there is no way to charge your eliminate all that stress? This professional be prepared to wait a while in a very can even provide you with the ultimate camera, phone, tablet or MP3 cool terminal even though it might packing checklist. Often, there is no extra be 95 degrees outside, and dress in fee for this travel expertise. anticipation.

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HEALTH SPOTLIGHT

Starting the Year With Healthy Goals CONSULT WITH A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL.

Dr. Ethan Blocher-Smith Writer / Dr. Ethan Blocher-Smith, Family Medicine Physician at IU Health Primary Care on USA Parkway in Fishers

Many people look to a new year as a new beginning, an opportunity to make better choices, adopt new habits, and make their lives healthier. That enthusiasm offers a unique possibility to alter your dayto-day behavior, but without sustained work, results in limited lasting changes or benefits. My goal is to help you see some better success in achieving those goals.

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NUTRITION AND EXERCISE ARE A TOP PRIORITY. A key component of a healthy lifestyle is If you are not sure about which goals to a balanced diet. Start by incorporating prioritize to improve your life, please more fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and consider having a conversation with your whole grains into your meals. Be mindful primary care physician. Your physician of portion sizes to avoid overeating and pay should know you and can provide an attention to your body’s hunger and fullness individualized discussion on your goals. cues. Another key element is avoiding Primary care physicians can also help set distracted eating. Physical activity is also realistic expectations for what should be vital for maintaining good health. Find a easily achievable and what might be more form of exercise that you enjoy and aim for challenging. at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity   exercise per week. Just be sure to gradually increase your activity level to avoid burnout.  SET SPECIFIC,       MEASURABLE GOALS. Remember, the goal is not to try and Avoid vague resolutions like “get healthier” magically fix every problem at once. Even or “exercise more.” Instead, define clear and if you were to do so, if you stop two weeks specific objectives. This approach will make later because you cannot sustain it, we have it easier to track your progress and stay seen no benefit that will last. It is normal to committed. Break your goals into smaller, face challenges and setbacks along the way manageable steps and create a schedule. to your goals. Be patient with yourself, and Most importantly, do not let a single setback if you do encounter obstacles, don’t give up. break your goal. Many people slip back into Stay safe and have a healthy new year! old habits and then allow a single mistake to justify abandoning their plan. Instead, hold strong and focus on your goal.

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