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Urgent Need: Special Olympics Indiana Seeks Coaches
Special Olympics Indiana urgently needs more coaches to support their expanding roster of athletes. Humans have a fundamental need to be around other humans. As a child, I don't think there was any greater emotional pain than being excluded from an activity or game with peers. It's a sting that lingers, and one that can really ding your self-worth. Inclusion matters, as highlighted in the Special Olympics mission statement. The organization has been empowering athletes for decades, specifically those with intellectual disabilities. However, to do that, they need community support and, of course, athletic coaches.
Thousands of disabled Hoosiers face 1-3 year long waitlists for state Medicaid waivers released in July
INDIANAPOLIS — Thousands of disabled Hoosiers could spend months, if not years, on a waitlist to receive Medicaid waivers. These include the Pathways Waiver (for Hoosiers over 60 who require nursing-level care), or the Health & Wellness Waiver (for Hoosiers under 60 who require nursing-level care), according to lawmakers on the Medicaid Advisory Committee and […]
Bourbon, Bling, and Bow Ties: a fundraiser for Indiana Wish
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH)- Indiana Wish has been granting wishes to children with life threatening illnesses since 1984. Those wishes can certainly run the gambit, and in order to make those wishes happen it takes finances. That’s why Indiana Wish is hosting “Bourbon, Bling, and Bow Ties”. The annual Indiana Wish “Portrait of Wishes” gala, one of […]
UnitedHealthcare urges preventive care for older adults to catch health issues early
Dr. Mimi Kokoska, UnitedHealthcare Medicare Chief Medical Officer in Indiana, offered some insight into how preventive care can help reduce the risk of serious health issues from developing in the future by catching problems early. In fact, according to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, only 6 percent of adults aged 35 and […]
PNS story: Indiana’s low voter turnout spurs action to encouraged Hoosiers to vote
This story was originally published by Public News Service. Kate Sweeney Bell, clerk of Marion County, is determined to change the statistic as she prepares for the Presidential election on Nov. 5. She urged Hoosiers to register by Oct. 7. “It’s not automatic,” Sweeney Bell pointed out. “If you have...
IEDC secures budget approval for LEAP pipeline in Indiana, land and infrastructure
Indiana’s State Budget Committee on Thursday approved a combined $101 million for a water pipeline, land and infrastructure for a controversial industrial park. The Indiana Economic Development Corp. (IEDC) also landed permission to augment its deal closing fund by a separate $101 million for a battery plant project worth $6 billion.
East side Indy neighbors hold walk to end youth gun violence
INDIANAPOLIS — The City of Indianapolis has had a violent week that saw IMPD respond to over twenty 911 calls of a person shot. On Saturday, The Marion County Public Health Department joined the Boys and Girls Club of Indianapolis and the Pathway Resource center to host a youth anti-gun violence event.
Heritage Fund announces ‘Love Where You Live’ party
COLUMBUS, Ind. – Heritage Fund of Bartholomew County invites residents to downtown Columbus to “Love Where You Live” (LWYL) on Saturday, October 5, starting at 2 p.m. The party will feature free activities to celebrate the community foundation’s commitment to building a better community and an opportunity for the public to learn about the impact of its work and how your support can make a difference.
Event supports women entrepreneurs in central Indiana
An upcoming event is designed to help women entrepreneurs from Hamilton and Marion counties network with their peers and learn more about funding their business ventures. SCORE Indianapolis and Ivy Tech’s entrepreneurship program have teamed up for the Sept. 7 Women Entrepreneurs Fall Event at Ivy Tech Culinary and Conference Center, 2820 N. Meridian St. in Indianapolis.
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