Welcome to Bloomington’s Local Business Hub — your go-to resource for discovering independent businesses, community-rooted services, and creative entrepreneurs across Bloomington and Monroe County.
From homegrown shops and skilled tradespeople to wellness providers, artists, and nonprofits, this directory is built to spotlight the people and places that make Bloomington thrive.
Our mission at Susie’s Place is to provide a neutral, child friendly center for the investigation of alleged child abuse and neglect, while maintaining the comfort and safety of the child. At Susie’s Place, we hope to effect positive change in the communities we serve and have a vision of strengthening communities’ abilities to nurture and protect children.
Include Rita Smith in the preparations and planning for your wedding, events, or to have the convenience of an in-home hairstyle or makeover.She has been in the beauty industry for 15 years, both as a hair designer and makeup artist. Her clients range from 8 months to 90 years old, and she possesses the flexibily to meet the needs of everyone in between.On the hairstyling side, Rita maintains personal profiles of each of her clients, recording color, forumula, cut, styling preferences, and any unusual qualities.At each makeup consultation she creates and records the individual skin type, skin tone, facial shape, and color coding. She also can provide plans to address skin challenges unique to you.Whether in in-home perm for your homebound parent, to prepare for your sororitiy’s formal, or your daughter’s wedding, call Rita today for free consultation.
Bloomington Home Care Services is dedicated to providing the highest quality of professional, dependable in-home care, also offering home management, maintenance & concierge services. Enabling our clients to live happier, healthier lives at home, our services are distinguished by the caliber of our caregivers, the responsiveness of our staff and our expertise in home care. .
Natural Elements is a shop dedicated to promoting eco-consciousness by offering products made with sustainable or Earth friendly materials (i.e. bamboo, hemp, and organic cotton). The shop also provides a retail outlet for local artists and craftsmen to offer their creations to the general public. Finally, the store offers many fair trade products made throughout the world, making sure that everyone, including the farmer or artist, receives fair compensation for their time and effort.
Voelker Insurance serves the needs of individuals and families in the Owen, Monroe, and Greene county areas of Indiana. Agent and Owner Tony Voelker is dedicted to providing you with the coverage that meets your needs and your budget.
The Bloomington Alternative is a weekly journal of news and commentary published by journalist Steven Higgs. Access is free, but readers are asked to subscribe to help underwrite the costs associated with the Alternative’s production.
Formed by a group of dedicated volunteers in 1989, the Indiana Recycling Coalition, Inc. (IRC) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization representing concerned citizens, state and local government officials, business, industry and environmental groups. Our mission is to support source reduction, reuse, composting and recycling activities in Indiana. To encourage integrated recycling, the Coalition supports buying recycled-content products, and the collection and remanufacturing of recyclable materials. The goal of this support is to conserve our natural resources, decrease reliance on final disposal and to encourage environmental responsibility. The Coalition supports this Mission by:- Fostering a diverse and active membership;- Offering forums for discussion, networking and education;- Supplying materials to support the development of solutions at the local, regional and state levels; and- Developing advocacy positions, to serve as a voice of the membership.
The Y is a nonprofit organization that brings kids, adults and families closer together. The Y encourages good health and fosters connections through fitness, indoor pools, sports, fun and shared interests. The Y has programs for all ages.
Respite and Long-term care. A nurse is on duty during daytime hours, and on call 24 hours a day. Personal attendants are available around the clock. Studio units have two emergency response systems, one-bedroom units have three systems. Two licensed program directors are on staff to provide recreational and social activities. Transportation of residents to and from appointments is provided by volunteers. Pets are welcome. Three meals per day, laundry and cleaning are provided at no additional ch
In Dec. 2009 I retired from Meadowood to start Helping Hands with my husband, sister and brother-in-law. The four of us have many years of experience, and are very reliable, honest and helpful. It takes a special kind of person to give good service in this field and we are considerate and patient.Helping Hands can do everything for anyone who needs help in their home including meal prep, dressing, bathing, light housework, laundry, shopping, feeding, pet care, etc. We can do small “fix it” home repair jobs, light housekeeping, and even give haircuts to folks who are unable to get to a salon or barber.We take people to doctor appointments, to the airport, out to lunch or help them shop. We have free consultation with perspective clients or family members.
Forte student exchange is a nationally recognized program. We are currently placing international high school students with Monroe County families. If you have a desire to learn about other cultures and customs, please consider hosting a student. Contact the local rep for more information.
Since 1917, the Monroe County Chapter of the American Red Cross has provided disaster relief, services to Armed Forces, emergency preparedness and lifesaving programs to Bloomington and the surrounding communities.
When you support a local business, you’re doing more than making a purchase — you’re fueling our local economy, creating jobs, and investing in a more connected, resilient community. Whether you’re hiring a contractor, picking out a handmade gift, or looking for a new favorite yoga studio, it all starts here.
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