Greenwood students get boost from foundation
More students in central Indiana will have access to mentorship, hands-on learning and career opportunities this year because of grants from the Everwise Foundation, which has awarded $61,120 in grants to 15 organizations across Indianapolis, Michiana, Elkhart, and Fort Wayne, including eight organizations in Indy.
Among the grant winners is Greenwood Education Foundation, which was awarded $3,000 to enhance educational opportunities for students in the Greenwood Community Schools.
“True stewardship isn’t just about giving back. It’s about actively fueling progress in our communities,” Jennifer Stansberry, executive director of the Everwise Foundation, said in a news release. “We’re honored to support the educational, cultural and financial literacy programs that create long-term opportunities for Hoosiers.”
Affiliated with Everwise Credit Union, the state’s largest credit union, the Everwise Foundation focuses on endeavors that support lifelong learning, including financial education, mentoring, scholarships, and education programs.
Franklin senior home gets ‘deficiency-free’ rating
Morning Pointe of Franklin — Assisted Living & Memory Care was recently recognized with a deficiency-free annual health licensure survey conducted by the Indiana Department of Health.
The unannounced survey reviews the community’s compliance with state requirements governing residential care facilities. Earning a deficiency-free survey means Indiana Department of Health surveyors found no deficiencies during their review.
Mira Warner, executive director at Morning Pointe of Franklin, says the results reflect the dedication of the community’s associates and the standards they strive to uphold every day.
“Achieving a deficiency-free survey is a tremendous accomplishment for our entire team and a reflection of the care and attention they bring to their work every day,” Warner in a news release. “Our associates are committed to creating a community where residents feel safe, valued, and supported, and this recognition reinforces the importance of that commitment. We are grateful for the trust families place in us and proud of the team that works each day to make Morning Pointe of Franklin a place residents are proud to call home.”
A deficiency-free survey is a significant accomplishment in senior living and reflects a community’s ability to meet state requirements while maintaining a resident-centered approach to care.
Morning Pointe provides personalized services for seniors who benefit from additional support while maintaining as much independence as possible. The community offers individualized care, trained caregivers, medication management, nutritious meals prepared by a culinary team, engaging life enrichment programs, wellness opportunities, transportation services, and dedicated memory care for seniors living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
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