Thrive Alliance provides a wide range of social services to residents of south central Indiana. We are Indiana’s Area 11 Agency on Aging and have served the residents of Bartholomew, Brown, Decatur, Jackson and Jennings counties for 33 years.
Life changes with age and disability. Our goals are to help people discover their own strengths and enable them to maximize their independence by living better, healthier lives on their own terms.
In addition to addressing elder issues, Thrive Alliance sponsors other programs that provide essential services for individuals of all ages. For example, you will find such diverse programs as Foster Grandparents, First Steps Early Intervention, and Legal Services Long-Term Care Ombudsman under our umbrella. We work together so that you can find what you need now and for the future.
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While we're staying inside, we all should have a few minutes to spare to complete our census forms. Don't forget that funding for many crucial services in our area are based on census data -- and that data can only be completely accurate if we all participate. It takes no more than 5 to 10 minutes (usually less) to complete.
https://2020census.gov/en/response-rates.html
How many people in your community have already responded to the 2020 Census? Keep track with this map of response rates.
Coping Emotionally with the Pandemic - an Article from Active Daily Living.
For more articles like these: https://thrive-alliance.dailylivingadvice.com/
From The Republic today (3/29): http://www.therepublic.com/2020/03/29/agency_offers_quotfriend_linequot_to_seniors/
A new service aims to help quell growing anxiety for seniors in south central Indiana as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.Thrive Alliance now offers a “Senior Friend Line” for older citizens having difficulties coping with loneliness and isolation as physical distancing continues as part of the f...
The state of Indiana has created an interactive map showing available food assistance. It can searched by zip code or address.
https://www.in.gov/fssa/dfr/5768.htm
Main Content Article Breadcrumbs DFR Home Current: Food Assistance Availability Map Food Assistance Availability Map Welcome to the Indiana food assistance map. This site is designed to help you find available food resources near you. To use it simply: Enter your address in the search tool. You only...
Gleaners Mobile Food Pantry Coming to Cummins Parking Lot in Seymour on March 31:
https://www.gleaners.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Jackson-Co-19-20.pdf
Link to county schedule of Gleaners Mobile Food Bank: https://www.gleaners.org/programs/mobile/mobile-schedule/
Through Gleaners’ Mobile Pantry Program, a truckload of food is distributed to clients through a farmer’s market-style distribution where clients choose to take what they need. A typical Mobile Pantry distribution provides enough food for 150 to 300 households. The Mobile Pantry Program expan....
AG Hill advises Hoosiers to exercise caution when making donations during coronavirus pandemic
Attorney General Curtis Hill said today that individuals should exercise caution when considering making charitable donations during the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
We are postponing sign ups for the Pickleball Event until further notice due to COVID-19 restrictions. We hope to reschedule at a later date -- look here for more information when we are able to share.
CDC guidelines on public health management decision making:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/public-health-management-decision-making.pdf
Immanuel Lutheran Church - Seymour
The Immanuel Board of Human Care is all "washed up" and ready to assist! Let our helping hands know if you are in need of supplies or if we can run an errand for you. Call the church at 812-522-3118 or email at [email protected] if you or another member are in need.
Get information and resources for Alzheimer's and other dementias from the Alzheimer's Association.
Thrive Alliance Offers Senior Friend Line
https://thrive-alliance.org/2020/03/thrive-alliance-senior-friend-line-offering-emotional-support-by-phone-or-e-chat/
Sam’s Club has announced dedicated shopping hours and a “shop from your car” service for seniors and those with disabilities or compromised immune systems. Starting Thursday, Marc…
Helpful advice from Search Institute:
https://www.search-institute.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Coronavirus-checklist.pdf
https://page.search-institute.org/KC-meal-planner-landing
https://www.searchuwbc.org/covid-19-information
United Way is here to help those affected by COVID-19 due to job loss or a reduction in hours. For information, hover over the COVID-19 Information tab at the top to find resources.
A reminder : We have created a resource page on the Thrive Alliance web site with quick links to information resources in our area. We hope you find this an easy way to link to reliable sources of information in your community. We will update the page with additional links regularly.
https://thrive-alliance.org/covid-19-information/
While inside, we all should have a few minutes to spare to complete our census forms.
https://2020census.gov/en/response-rates.html
How many people in your community have already responded to the 2020 Census? Keep track with this map of response rates.
INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Eric J. Holcomb delivered a statewide address today to order that Hoosiers remain in their homes except when they are at work or for permitted activities, such as taking care of others, obtaining necessary supplies, and for health and safety. The order is in effect from March 2...
https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/media/video-0028-what-do-if-you-get-robocall
More great information at:https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/features/scam-alerts
Tips for dealing with robocalls.
Federal Trade Commission
Working from home during the #Coronavirus outbreak? As you’re getting your work-at-home systems set up, here are some online security tips for working from home: https://go.usa.gov/xduWT
Federal Trade Commission
When a major health event — like the Coronavirus — happens, you might be looking for ways to help. Scammers use the same events to take advantage of your generosity. Some scammers use names that sound a lot like the names of real charities. This is one reason it pays to do some research before giving. Money lost to bogus charities means less donations to help those in need. Learn more: https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2020/03/ftc-coronavirus-scams-part-2?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=coronavirus&utm_content=scams_2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pov9lFvTYVo&feature=youtu.be
If you're isolated indoors, here's a quick and easy therapeutic art activity that caregivers can do together with someone living with Alzheimer's disease: bl...
Jennings County and Decatur County issue restrictions to safeguard against spread of COVID-19:
http://jenningscounty-in.gov/COVID19Ordinance.pdf
http://www.decaturcounty.in.gov/doc/index/public_notice/covid-19_emergency_ordinance.pdf
https://alz.org/help-support/caregiving/coronavirus-(covid-19)-tips-for-dementia-care
Get information and resources for Alzheimer's and other dementias from the Alzheimer's Association.
A helpful resource guide on COVID-19 from Ind.gov:https://www.in.gov/coronavirus/files/COVID-19%20Resource%20Guide%20for%20Hoosiers.pdf
Grocery stores are adding "senior-only shopping" and designating time for those most vulnerable to COVID-19, including Albertsons, Whole Foods Market.
A special "Thank You" to Interim HealthCare of Columbus Indiana for their $1,000 donation to our Home Delivered Meals Go Fund Campaign.
Senior Intervention Hotline for Crisis Support Services | IOA Friendship Line
https://www.ioaging.org/services/all-inclusive-health-care/friendship-line
Learn more about Friendship Line at ioaging.org
Another great functional challenge tip for older adults from Active Daily Living: https://youtu.be/FiL59fOIXRw
For more like this: https://thrive-alliance.dailylivingadvice.com/
National Council on Aging is a great resource for information on the COVID-19 outbreak with special emphasis on older adults.
Follow them on Facebook and check out this webpage: https://www.ncoa.org/covid-19-resources-for-older-adults/
Thrive Alliance has a page on its website that has collected links to many helpful resources: https://thrive-alliance.org/covid-19-information/
If you or someone you know is aged 60+ and looking for reliable information about COVID-19, use the resources below.
Another Nutrition Month tip from Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Today: Consult a Registered Dietitian Nutrionist
Nutritional Home Deliver Meals Fundraiser organized by Sue Lamborn
Help us provide meals for our seniors in time of needAlthough the current COVID-… Sue Lamborn needs your support for Nutritional Home Deliver Meals Fundraiser
Love Chapel - Ecumenical Assembly of Bartholomew County Churches
With the current state of affairs in our country, we are seeing some pretty chaotic things. Rumors, fears, and hype have often times replaced common sense. The COVID-19 is extremely important to pay attention to, but it is not the end of the world as we know it. What also is important is our mission to help provide food and shelter to those in need. That need doesn't stop because of COVID-19. At Love Chapel, we have put into place precautions to protect our guests, staff, and volunteers, but we remain committed to being open to serve. We do depend on our dedicated volunteers and many of them may fall into one of the risk categories and they rightfully can not continue to volunteer. Are you finding some free time on your schedule? We would love to see you help bridge the gap in this time of need and volunteer at Love Chapel - give us a call at 812-372-9421. We also will be seeing our expenses rise as food donations, less volunteers, etc. will be driving up our costs. If you can help financially, please go to our website to donate!
https://www.nokidhungry.org/coronavirus-grant-request
No Kid Hungry will provide grants to organizations supporting emergency food relief efforts during the COVID-19 outbreak.
From the Family Caregivers Alliance - resources and articles for family caregivers and COVID-19:
https://www.caregiver.org/coronavirus-covid-19-resources-and-articles-family-caregivers
United Way of Bartholomew Co
We are all in this together.
United Way of Bartholomew County has launched a COVID-19 Relief Fund to help our citizens greatly affected by this pandemic.
Donations from this fund will be allocated directly to our certified United Way agencies who are addressing the most critical needs in our community.
Please donate by going here: https://bddy.me/2Wl8Ihd
#LiveUnited #COVID19 #Coronavirus
United Way launches COVID-19 relief fund
United Way of Bartholomew County is launching a COVID-19 relief fund to help struggling local residents affected by trimmed work hours, temporary closings of their workplaces and other challenges posed by drastic changes around the health threat.United Way President Mark Stewart said assistance woul...
Coronavirus Prevention Tips for Family Caregivers from the Alzheimer's Foundation of America
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcwlGc1q-T0&feature=youtu.be
If you’re caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, watch this video on coronavirus prevention tips for Alzheimer’s caregivers by Dr. Allison ...
Another Nutrition Month tip from Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Today: Create Tasty Meals
Nutritional Home Deliver Meals Fundraiser organized by Sue Lamborn
Help us provide meals for our seniors in time of needAlthough the current COVID-… Sue Lamborn needs your support for Nutritional Home Deliver Meals Fundraiser
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—March 18, 2020
CONTACT: Sue Lamborn, 812.372.6918. [email protected]
Thrive Alliance announces updated actions related to COVID-19
https://thrive-alliance.org/2020/03/thrive-alliance-announces-updated-actions-related-to-covid-19/
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—March 18, 2020 CONTACT: Sue Lamborn, 812.372.6918. [email protected] Thrive Alliance announces updated actions related to COVID-19 To prevent the spread of COVID-19 among older adults and people with disabilities, as well as our employees, associates and families, ...
We have created a resource page on the Thrive Alliance web site with quick links to information resources in our area. We hope you find this an easy way to link to reliable sources of information in your community. We will update the page with additional links regularly.
https://thrive-alliance.org/covid-19-information/
We have created this landing page as a handy resource to find information from various sources regarding COVID-19. We will keep this page available over the next several weeks.
Another Nutrition Month tip from Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Today: Plan Your Meals
Just Friends Adult Day Services
Are you and your family stuck inside? We created this Bingo card especially for adults aging with challenges. Feel free to share it!
Now the fun part - Post a picture of a completed card (cover all for all you Bingo fans) and be entered into a drawing for 4 free tickets to our barbecue at Thompson Furniture on April 25th (fingers crossed) - that's a $32 value!
1531 13th St, Ste G900
Columbus, IN
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See how Columbus, Indiana is making its community more Dementia Friendly.
Mixed doubles at today’s Thrive Alliance Pickleball Tournament.
Championship point!
Final game underway in the Corporate Challenge!
Down to two teams in the Thrive Alliance Pickleball Tournament Corporate Challenge.
The Corporate Challenge is under way at the Thrive Alliance Pickleball Tournament!
August is Immunization Awareness Month!
Great things are happening at Thrive Alliance!
We help individuals access resources that improve their lives and build stronger communities. We serve Bartholomew, Brown, Decatur, Jackson and Jennings Counties.
If you have a question about our services and programs, please contact us at 812-372-6918 or toll free at 866-644-6407, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 5 pm.
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United Way 2-1-1 (South Central Indiana)
1531 13th St
Lincoln Central Neighborhood Family Center
1039 Sycamore St