The Active Aging Coalition is a grassroots organization consisting of seniors, their families, caregivers, and other community advocates interested in improving lives of seniors in our community. Through monthly meetings and community engagement, we learn about each other’s participation in the senior community, find ways to work together more efficiently, and increase our own understanding of available resources.Sometimes, when searching for these resources, gaps in services are discovered as well. This has encouraged creativity among the group to find better ways to use resources that already exist or at times to create entirely new solutions. One such solution was the creation of the Commission on Aging. They have been responsible for the very successful Creative Aging Festival, a month long city-wide celebration of elder artists addressing the benefits of creativity to healthful aging.We produce a monthly newsletter that includes up-to-date meeting minutes, announcements, and upcoming events. We also send out monthly invitations to our upcoming meetings. If you would like to receive these, please click the Contact button and send us your name and email address. Meetings begin and end promptly in recognition of everyone’s busy schedule, but you are welcome to stay longer to visit and network with those you meet. We hope to see you at one of our meetings!

Amedisys is a leading provider of home health care and hospice services, with agencies located across the United States and Puerto Rico. The company was incorporated 1982. In 1994, the company became public and currently trades on The Nasdaq Market under the symbol “AMED”.

At Elder’s Journey Home Care LLC we believe that everyone deserves the highest quality and dependable care. With that in mind we developed a team of highly trained RNs, LPNs and HHAs to provide the very best possible care for you or your loved one. We work with you, your family and your medical team to develop the best approach to your care. Elder’s Journey offers a wide range of services that include : – Skilled Nursing – Certified Home Health Aide – Geriatric Case ManagementWe assist clients with: – Stroke – Heart Disease – Alzheimer’s/Dementia – Wound Care – Congestive Heart Failure – Diabetic Care – Medication ManagementWe understand trusting someone in your home is a difficult decision to make. Our staff is insured, bonded and has a criminal background check done ensuring that a knowledgeable, dependable and trusted staff member is providing care to you or your loved.Understanding Geriatric Care Management* Conduct in-home assessments – Identify formal and informal support networks; assess physical abilities, psychological status, health care needs, home safety, social activities, financial and legal preparations.* Meet immediate needs, coordinate day-to-day care, escort to medical appointments, document medical information, provide support with complex needs.* Work in conjunction with home care providers such as Comfort Keepers to arrange, coordinate, and monitor in-home services* Offer counseling and support to Elders in adjusting to their changing needs; and to families in managing the care of their loved ones* Serve as liaison to families who live at a distance* Provide advocacy, guidance and support for future planning* Assist with finding alternative housing and the process of moving, when needed* Offer referrals to needed professionals in the community with expertise in Elder law, financial advising, etc.Ann Kerr RNGeriatric Care Manager

I offer psychotherapy for individuals and groups, addressing issues of personal growth, enriching relationships, resolving depression, anxiety, grief, and transitions in life. Areas of special expertise include working with the GLBT community, working with seniors, and caregiver issues. I teach several courses in the IU School of Social Work including “Developmental Issues for Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual People”, “Developmental Issues for Transgender People”, “Social Work Practice with Older Adults”, and “Understanding Diversity in a Pluralistic Society”.

Strengthening our community and enriching lives by providing equitable access to information and opportunities to read, learn, connect, and create.