Benton County Area Community Resources

Table of Contents

Pg.1 Child Care resources Pg.3 Preschools Pg.4 Clothing and Glasses Pg.6 Education Programs Pg.8 Employment Agencies Pg.9 Financial Assistance Pg.11 Food Assistance Pg.13 Housing / Shelter Pg.16 Medical Resources / Clinics Pg.20 Township Trustees Pg.21 Mental Health / Addiction Pg.25 Transportation

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Child Care & Preschools

Jacky Apache: Apache Day Care 311 W. Ventura St. Otterbein, IN 47970 ........................................(765)583-2904

Automated Health Services (855) 533 7342 https://www/inchildcare.org/ 300 Main Street, Suite 310. Lafayette, IN 47901.

AHS is a federal program that assists low-income families in obtaining childcare so that they can work or attend training/education.

Child-Adult Resource Services, Inc (888) 547.2076 / 765.569.2076 www.cars-services.org 201 North Dormeyer Ave., PO Box 170 Rockville, IN 47872 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Providing Employment for Individuals with Disabilities. Child-Adult Resource Services, Incorporated is a not-for-profit agency dedicated to providing services for children, families and adults who have a variety of support, education and rehabilitation needs. C.A.R.S. provides services in 11 counties in West Central Indiana: Clay, Fountain, Hendricks, Montgomery, Morgan, Owen, Parke, Putnam, Vermillion, Vigo, and Warren.

Child Care Resource Network (765) 742-7105 www.thechildcareresourcenetwork.org 31 N. 7th St., Suite B (enter via the 8th Street entrance) Lafayette, IN 47901 Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (by appointment as needed)

The Child Care Resource Network provides local child care resource and referral services for the families, child care programs, and communities. The Child Care Resource Network provides the following FREE services:

- helping families locate and evaluate quality childcare- working with families to locate resources in their communities- hosting parent workshops on various early childhood topics- Recruiting new childcare programs and assisting them with the licensure process

Country Cottage Child Care (765)884-8455Nikki Kingery 903 E 6th Street Fowler, IN 47944

Doodle Bug DayCare (765)385-2666Sharon Hueston 206 W Vine Street P.O. Box 147 Oxford, IN 47971

EARLY HEAD START (DIVISION OF CAP, INC.) (765) 793-48811325 Second Street Covington, IN 47932 E-MAIL: ehscovington@sbcglobal.netHours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pmThe Fountain/Warren Early Head Start program offers home-based services for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers fromlow-income families. Families receive weekly home visits focusing on activities for the baby or toddler, parenting skills, andfamily service information. Eligibility: Families must have income at or below 100% of

FIRST STEPS OF MID-NORTH INDIANA (765) 420-1404 or 877-811-1644 www.indianafirststeps.org 620 Morland Drive Lafayette, IN 47905 Hours of Operation: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm First Steps is the State of Indiana’s early intervention system. Our program serves families with infants and toddlers (ages birth to three) who are experiencing developmental delays or have a diagnosed condition that has a high probability of

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resulting in a developmental delay. First Steps is funded by state and federal funds. Every family in Indiana, regardless of income or location, can access the First Steps program. Anyone can make a referral to the First Steps program online or by calling the office.

HEAD START CENTER (DIVISION OF CAP, INC.) (765) 793-4881 1327 Second Street Covington, IN 47932 Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm The Fountain/Warren Head Start Program offers preschool experiences for low-income children ages 3-5 and their families. Children receive developmental and health screenings, nutritious meals, and high quality early learning environments. Families are linked to other community services to assist them in becoming more self-sufficient. Services are also available for children with disabilities

HEALTHY FAMILIES OF FAMILIES UNITED, INC. (765) 762-0611 familiesunited@familiesunited.biz P.O. Box 340 Attica, IN 47918 Hours of Operation: Flexible hours to coordinate with families’ schedule. Healthy Families is a voluntary home visitation program that provides support and education to parents, prenatally and until the child turns 3 years old. Activities focus on issues of child development, attachment/bonding and health/safety. To be eligible, families must have an income at 250% of poverty or less and must enroll prior to the baby turning 90 days old.

Helping Hands Daycare (765)583-4868Dianne Hands 517 Main St. Otterbein, IN 47970

Little Cozy Korner Daycare (765)869-5450Norma Rodriguez P.O. Box 103 Boswell, IN 47931

Little Wonders Daycare (765) 884-1097Alice Williams 103 E Maple Street Fowler, IN 47944

Mary’s Little Angels Home Day Care (765)583-0509Mary Fultz 411 S. Main St. Otterbein, IN 47970

Pencilbox (765)583-2280Pam Cobb Otterbein

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Preschools

Sacred Heart Preschool 607 N Washington Avenue Fowler, IN 47944 765.884.0710

Otterbein Preschool 765.583.4868

Boswell Preschool 414 W Main Street Boswell, IN 765.869.5523

Little Prairie Preschool and Daycare Benton Central High School 4247 E 300 S Oxford, IN 765.884.1600 ext 2146

The Learning Tree Preschool 101 E Main Street P.O. Box 315 Boswell, IN 47921 765.869.5428

Red Cross Babysitting Entrepreneurship Training Graduates The students listed below have completed the Red Cross Babysitter Training Course and are ready to help you when you need a babysitter.

Maritza Alconedo (765) 464-9401Ambia 47917

Zoey Burke (765) 583-0618Otterbein, IN 47970

Teena Hicks (765) 385-0104Oxford, IN 47971

Grace Ann Holzer (765) 884-8198Fowler, In 47944

Sophie Marquie (765) 884-0979Fowler, IN 47944

Harley Ann Myers (765) 884-9236Fowler, IN 47944

Selicia Parker (765) 884-8309Fowler, IN 47944

Shelby Samuelson (765) 404-8715Oxford, IN 47971

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Clothing / Glasses assistance

American Red Cross 1-888 684-1441 wcentindianageneral@redcross.org Kristina Chapman kristina.chapman@redcross.org

Area Sharing Kindness (ASK) (765) 762-3478 / (765) 764-494399 Long Avenue Attica, IN 47918

Provides support for the purchase of food, supplies and other essentials for the food pantry.

Attica United Methodist Church (765) 762-3478

Attica United Methodist Thrift Shop (765) 762-5325202 E Jackson St, Attica, IN 47918

Thrift stores like United Methodist Thrift Shop allow shoppers to find products like unique clothing, home goods items, antiques, novelty items, and even furniture at certain stores.

Faith Ministries (765) 449-4600 www.faithlafayette.org/northend Northend: 2000 Elmwood Avenue Lafayette, IN 47904 Faith West: 1920 Northwestern Avenue West Lafayette, IN 47906 (765) 449-3750

Care Team volunteers meet with community members who have reached out to Faith Ministries (church, community centers, etc.) for help—especially with physical needs. By connecting them to corresponding community resources, the NCC Care Team will help individuals or families produce a road map for support and success. The Care Team works best with case managers’ referrals in assisting people.

Fowler Community Food Pantry (765) 884-0885 Hwy. US 52 Fowler, IN 47944 Clothing articles 25 cents each. Open the 2nd / 4th Tuesday of the month from 6-8pm, and the 2nd / 4th Saturday of the month from 9-11am.

Heath’s Helping Hands Clothing (765) 742-1533 www.matrixcares.org 938 Mezzanine Drive, Suite B Lafayette, IN 47909 Hours of Operation: Monday and Wednesday 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Fridays 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Offers free clothing for infants, children, men and women as well as free emergency baby supplies. Please call to

make an appointment.

Lafayette Lions Club (765) 652-9905 http://e-clubhouse.org/sites/lafayette_in/index.php PO Box 613, Lafayette, IN 47902

The Lafayette Lions lead the way in many community and State level initiatives for health, vision, hearing, youth activities, humanitarian assistance, and community development! We take on projects that need doing, and have a great time doing them! Among other things, we:

Provide eye exams and glasses for needy children and adults, Support the Blind and visually impaired members of our area, Sponsor Leader Dogs in the Greater Lafayette area.

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Memorial Presbyterian Church (765) 296-3199 www.daytonpres.org 731 Walnut Street Dayton, IN 47941 Office Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Dayton Kids’ Closet is typically held the second Saturday of each month from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (call the church office if needed to confirm) and is open to the public. *No Kids’ Closet in December Description: Dayton Kids’ Closet provides maternity and children’s clothes at no cost.

Pine Village Food Pantry (765) 385.2582P.O Box 90Pine Village, IN 479752nd Tuesday each month 5:30-7:30pm2nd Saturday each month: 9:00-11:00amOne time a month. Based on size of family. Serves Fountain, Tippecanoe, and Warren Counties.

Randy’s Closet Thrift Store (765) 762-208728 N Monroe St Williamsport, IN 47933

Williamsport/Attica Area Senior Center (765) 762-6779306 Ross Avenue Williamsport, IN 47933

Williamsport Food Pantry (Methodist Church) (765) 764-467728 E. Monroe Street Williamsport, IN 47993

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Educational Programs

G.E.D. Preparation: Benton and Warren Counties http://benton.k12.in.us/adulated.html Presently, classes are offered in Benton and Warren Counties to improve basic reading, writing and math skills and classes for GED preparation. Those classes are offered at NO CHARGE!

Benton County G.E.D. Benton Central High School (Room J117) Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30pm-8:00pm Contact: Ashley Higgins (Director) office: (765) 884-1600 Ext.1117 e-mail: ahiggins@benton.k12.in.usMailing Address….4241 E. 300 S. Oxford, In47971

Williamsport Learning Center Monday and Wednesday 5:30pm-8:00pm Contact: Ashley Higgins (Director) Office: (765)884-1600 Ext.1117 e-mail: ahiggins@benton.k12.in.usMailing Address….4241 E. 300 S. Oxford, In 47971 Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 9:30 am-12:00 pm and 12:30-3:00 pm Contact: Lisa Cruea ......................................(765) 764-1880

Excel Center (317) 524-3641 www.excelcenter.org 615 North 18th Street Lafayette, IN 47904 The Excel Center is a tuition-free school for adults and older youth who want to earn a Core 40 high school diploma. Students receive classroom instruction for key academic subjects. The Excel Center pays costs for students to earn industry-recognized certifications and dual credits from local universities. The Excel Center assigns a life coach to each student to find solutions to life changes that may hinder personal and academic progress. The school also provides free childcare and free transportation in the form of City Bus passes. The Excel Center is sponsored by Goodwill Industries via Goodwill Education Initiatives. For more information, please visit or enroll online at: www.excelcenter.org

Homestead Consulting Services (CS) (765) 423-1284 www.HomesteadCS.org 671 N. 36th St. Lafayette, IN 47905 Hours of Operation: Monday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Homestead CS’ Counseling and Financial Education programs educate families about personal finance, increase homeownership, and ensure that families in Tippecanoe and nine surrounding Counties have a safe and affordable place to call home. These programs include: Pre-Purchase Home Coaching; Home Buyer Education; Down Payment Assistance; Foreclosure and Delinquency Counseling; Home Repair Grants; Reverse Mortgage Counseling; Tenant Education; Bank on Tippecanoe Education; Credit Counseling; Budget Counseling; Understanding Renting; Landlord/Tenant Rights and Responsibilities Classes; Senior Financial Safety; Community Loan Center Small Dollar Loan Program. With these programs, clients are made aware of their options, so they can make more informed decisions. If further action is necessary, Homestead CS will work on the client's behalf to achieve the best possible solution. Homestead CS is certified by the State of Indiana and the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Clients have access to additional resources that for-profit organizations are unable to offer. With the help of grants and charitable donations, nearly all programs are free.

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Ivy Tech Community College – Lafayette (765) 269-5000 www.Ivytech.edu 3101 S. Creasy Lane Lafayette, IN (765) 269-5000

Lafayette Adult Resource Academy (LARA) (765) 476-2920 www.laralafayette.org 1100 Elizabeth Street, Lafayette, IN 47904 Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

The mission of the Lafayette Adult Resource Academy (LARA) is to teach academic and career skills to enable learners to enhance their economic and personal lives. LARA does this by providing free educational opportunities for adults and out of school youth. LARA offers classes to prepare for the high school credential, preparation for college, workforce certifications, job training and placement, three levels of English Language Learning, conversation and advanced grammar/vocabulary classes, and computer literacy and Microsoft Office Word/Excel classes. The classes are offered Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Classes and onsite childcare are free. LARA’s testing center is state approved to offer the high school equivalency (TASC Test), Accuplacer for college placement, and Para Pro Test. New students must register and attend an orientation that are offered every Monday and Tuesday 9:00 AM- NOON or 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. All students must be enrolled a minimum of 12 hours.

Lafayette School Corporation (765) 771-6000 www.lsc.k12.in.us 2300 Cason Street Lafayette, IN 47904

Mental Health America (MHA) (765) 742-1800 www.mhatippecanoe.org 914 South Street Lafayette, IN 47901-1476 Email address: mha@mhawv.org Crisis Center: 765-742-0244 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM -5:00 PM

Dedicated to providing mental health education, resources and supportive services, in Benton, Carroll, Fountain, Tippecanoe, Warren and White counties. Provides Mental Health First Aid certification trainings, Youth Mental Health First Aid trainings, QPR-Suicide Prevention trainings, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), Verbal De-Escalation training, free support groups, online screenings, a free and confidential 24-7 Crisis Center at 765-742-0244 (accessible by phone or text), Mental Health Navigators, and more. Visit MHA at www.mhawv.org.

Purdue Polytechnic (765) 494-4935 www.Polytechnic.purdue.edu 401 N Grant Street West Lafayette, IN 47907

Warren County Learning Center (765) 764-1880 https://www.warrencountylc.com/ 26 E. 2nd Street P.O. Box 31 Williamsport, IN 47993 HSE classes offered in Williamsport, Veedersburg and Oxford

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Employment Agencies

Abilities Services, INC (765) 362-4020 https://www.abilitiesservices.org/ 1237 Concord Rd, Crawfordsville, IN 47933

In Tippecanoe, Montgomery, and Clinton counties, Abilities Services works with individuals who are seeking employment but may need assistance in locating, applying for, training, and maintaining a job. Most commonly, individuals for Employment Services are referred through Vocational Rehabilitation.

ASI Employment and Training Specialists (ETS) work with individuals to identify job-related strengths and interests in order to place the person in a position where he/she can be successful. The ETS maintains good working relationships with many employers in the community to assist with job placements when they have a good match.

Once a person is placed in a job, the ETS continues to provide assistance to the consumer to make sure he/she has the right skills to be successful. The Employment and Training Specialist helps coordinate any needs between the employer and employee to make sure it will be a long-term placement.

Adecco (765) 423-1798 https://www.adeccousa.com/locations/

25 Executive Dr, Ste A, Lafayette, IN 47905

CDC Resource, Inc. (219) 866-3282 1320 E. Angelica, Rensselaer, IN 47978 Hours: 8:00 am. to 4:30 pm. We believe that every person should have the opportunity to develop to the maximum of his/her potential. In partnership with the community and families, we offer progressive services for individuals with disabilities that nurture their talents and skills to become fully productive citizens. Services are for children ages 0-5 and individuals age 16 and up. Play Scape licensed childcare18 months-10 years.

CTI (765) 448-7800 https://www.ctipersonnel.com/ 3995 State Rd. 38 E, Ste A.Lafayette, IN 47905

CFA (765) 448-6717 https://www.cfastaffing.com/ 3855 South St, Lafayette, IN 47905

DXE Staffing (765) 446-8610 http://dxenterprises.com/ 2200 Elmwood Ave, Ste A-10. Lafayette, IN 47904

Horizon Staffing (765) 838-1331 https://horizonamericastaffing.com/ 3315 South St, Lafayette, IN 47904

Manpower (765) 364-6868 http://www.manpower.com 407 E. Market Street, Ste. B Crawfordsville, IN 47933

Morales (765)-637-7751 https://hrcenter.tempworks.io/en/Morales 5 Executive Dr, Ste B-2. Lafayette, IN 47905

National Able Network (317) 396-7800 www.nationalable.org 2001 North 19th Street Terre Haute, IN 47804 SCSEP-Senior Employment Program-for low-income individuals age 55 and older. Workers are paid minimum wage for 20 hours work per week in a non-profit or governmental agency.

Pro Resources Staffing Services (765) 362-3680 https://www.proresources.com 1408 Darlington Ave Suite H Crawfordsville, IN 47933

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Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm Monday to Friday, Closed 12:00-1:00

ResourceMFG (765) 446-0095 https://www.resourcemfg.com/locations/ 1515 Union St, Lafayette, IN 47904

Vocational Rehabilitation Services (219) 864-8163 138 E Lincoln Highway (Rt 30) Schererville, IN 46375 Employment and training services for disabled workers, offers career counseling, occupational skills training, on the job training, work experience, employment readiness, and job search training. Case worker will travel to Benton County.

Financial Assistance

Automated Health Services (855) 533 7342 https://www/inchildcare.org/ 300 Main Street, Suite 310. Lafayette, IN 47901.

AHS is a federal program that assists low-income families in obtaining childcare so that they can work or attend training/education.

Benton County Division of Family Resources (574) 270-8060 https://www.in.gov/fssa/dfr/3193.htm 305 E. Sixth St Fowler, IN 47944 Administers public assistance which includes:

• Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)• Medicaid for low-income families, aged, blind, and disabled.• Food stamps.• Job Training (IMPACT).• Burial Assistance Program.

Community Action Program Inc. Of Western Indiana (765) 447-7683 www.capwi.org 105 S Howard PO Box 455 Oxford, IN 47971 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Services Available: CAPWI is a private, not-for-profit corporation administering state, Federal and local programs to those of low-income and the elderly. Some of our services include: Head Start and Early Head Start WIC (Women, Infants, Children) Employment and training services Mac Van-elderly transportation Sponsor of the Friendship Circle Center (Senior Center) Section 8, safe and affordable housing Energy assistance Resource and referral.

Homestead Consulting Services (765) 637-7949 www.homesteadCS.org 671 N. 36th St, Lafayette, IN 47905

Homestead CS’ Counseling and Financial Education programs educate families about personal finance, increase homeownership, and ensure that families in Tippecanoe and nine surrounding Counties have a safe and affordable place to call home.

These programs include: Pre-Purchase Home Coaching; Home Buyer Education; Down Payment Assistance; Foreclosure and Delinquency Counseling; Home Repair Grants; Reverse Mortgage Counseling; Tenant Education; Bank on Tippecanoe Education; Credit Counseling; Budget Counseling; Understanding Renting; Landlord/Tenant Rights and Responsibilities Classes; Senior Financial Safety; Community Loan Center Small Dollar Loan Program.

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Indiana Low Income Energy Assistance Program (765) 362-4096 Indiana's Energy Assistance Program provides financial assistance to low-income households to maintain utility

services during the winter heating months. During cold weather months this program helps prevent utility companies from shutting off home heating service to low-income families. During hot summer months the Energy Assistance Program provides limited funds for the purchase of fans, distributed at a local level.

Indiana Women In Need (I.W.I.N.) (317) 475-0565 www.iwinfoundation.org 8515 Cedarplace Drive, 103A Indianapolis, IN 46240

IWIN was created to assist women and their families undergoing breast cancer treatment. The IWIN foundation supports women in Indiana currently receiving treatment for breast cancer by securing and paying for individual services that relieve emotional, physical, and financial burdens.

To qualify for assistance, applicants must be undergoing treatment for breast cancer by currently receiving one or more of the following treatments: chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery. These are one time awards. Services may include: childcare, housekeeping, yard maintenance, massage therapy, meals, yoga or exercise classes, transportation assistance (gas cards, bus passes, etc.), medication assistance.

Red Cross of West Central Indiana 1-888 684-1441 https://www.redcross.org/local/indiana.html Kristina Chapman

Salvation Army (765) 742-0006 www.centralusa.salvationarmy.org/lafayette 1110 Union Street Lafayette, IN 47904-1934 To schedule an appointment, call (765) 742-8556 on Tuesdays between 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM. Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM; Closed 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Offers many programs for low-income families including, rent and utility assistance, food pantry, summer ca1110 Union Street Lafayette, IN 47904-1934

Social Security Administration 1-888-577-1498 or 1-800-772-1213 www.ssa.gov 1515 S. Grant Crawfordsville, IN 47933 Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Administers Social Security, Retirement and Disability, Supplemental Security Income and Medicare enrollments. Services are available to residents of Putnam, Boone, and Montgomery County.

TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families) 1-800-403-0864 www.state.in.us/fssa: Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Temporary financial assistance for families who meet eligibility guidelines. Call the office to apply.

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Food Assistance

A Better Way Co-Op 765-585-7483 / 765-762-707032. N. Monroe StWilliamsport, INA Better Way Food CO-OP offers membership to people in Warren County with limited income. We are open on Tuesdaysfrom 2-6 pm.

Area Sharing Kindness (ASK) 765-762-3478 / 765-764-4943 105 N Perry St Attica, IN 47918 Can receive food & clothing twice a month. Every Tuesday 9:00 am-12:00 pm

Attica United Methodist Church 765-762-3478 / 765-764-4244200 E Jackson St. PO Box 64 Attica, IN 47918 Monday-Friday 8:30 am-11:30 am office hours.

Attica United Methodist Thrift Shop 765-762-5325 202 E Jackson St, Attica, IN 47918 Thrift stores like United Methodist Thrift Shop allow shoppers to find products like unique clothing, homegoods items, antiques, novelty items, and even furniture at certain stores.

Benton County Food Pantry (765) 884-0885 Fowler Baptist Church 900 East 7th St. Fowler, Indiana 47944 Hours are the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month 6:00- 8:00 pm. 2nd and 4th Saturday each month 9:00- 11:00 am. November-December 1st & 3rd Tuesday and Saturday each month 9:00-11:00 am. Participants are allowed two distributions a month if necessary. They must sign a card stating name, number in family, and address.

Benton County Division of Family Resources (574) 270-8060 https://www.in.gov/fssa/dfr/3193.htm 305 E. Sixth St Fowler, IN 47944 Administers public assistance which includes:

• Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)• Medicaid for low-income families, aged, blind, and disabled.• Food stamps.• Job Training (IMPACT).• Burial Assistance Program.

Food Finders (765) 471-0062 www.food-finders.org 1204 Greenbush Street, Lafayette, IN 47904 Hours of Operation: Monday and Wednesday 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM Tuesday, Friday 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM, Thursday – Closed Saturday – 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

The J.P. Lisack Community Food Pantry is a low-barrier, emergency food resource. Our goal is to eliminate food insecurity by first meeting the need for emergency food resources, then working with clients one on one, connecting them

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with longer term resources to aid their path towards self-sufficiency. The pantry offers education classes, SNAP assistance, healthcare navigation and referrals to local social service agencies. Food Share Program (765) 869-5140 Contact Norma Sigler Sign up monthly for the next months groceries. Fowler Senior Center (765) 884-0527 218 East 5th St. P.O. Box 143 Fowler, IN 47944 Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-2:00 pm. Must have verification from Benton County Div. of Family Resources. One time every six months. Nutrition Education Program (765) 762-3231 http://www.extension.purdue.edu/warren/ (Benton, Fountain, And Warren Counties) (Purdue Extension Program) 14 Railroad Street Williamsport, IN 47993 Hours: By appointment, as needed, 25 hours per week. The Nutrition Education Program improves nutrition and health in communities statewide. We work with limited-resource audiences in 5 areas; Nutrition, Physical Activity, Food Safety, Food Security (hunger), and Stretching Food Dollars through educational classes and with communities through policy, system and environmental Oxford Nutrition Site (765) 385-2863 or (765) 385-0623 105 S 5th Street Oxford, IN 47971 Veedersburg Church of God (765) 230-0679 702 West 2nd St Veedersburg, IN 47987 WIC – Benton County (765) 385-0623 https://www.capwi.org/services/family-life/wic/ 105 South Howard Street Oxford, IN 47971 Hours of Operation: Monday - Wednesday 8:00 AM - 7:30 PM Thursday and Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM WIC is a supplemental nutrition program for prenatal women, breastfeeding and non breastfeeding postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5. To participate in WIC a person must be income eligible, be an Indiana resident, and have a nutritional need determined through a health screen performed at the WIC office. WIC clients receive benefits for nutritious foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals to other health and social services.

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Housing / Shelter

American Red Cross Of Fountain & Warren Counties (765) 362-3103 http://www.redcross.org/ 113 South Water Street Crawfordsville, IN 47933 Hours: Mon-Fri, 9 am-4 pm.

Provides service to military families and veterans, 24 hours a day. Food, clothing, and shelter provided to victims of natural disasters. Provides health education, water safety and CPR training. Dispatches transportation services for veterans to scheduled VA Hospital medical appointments in Indianapolis and Danville. Serves Fountain, Montgomery and Warren counties. Area IV Agency / Community Action (765) 447-7683 www.areaivagency.org Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Energy Assistance, Weatherization, Housing Choice Voucher Program (5 miles outside Carroll, Clinton and White counties), Individual Development Accounts to assist with down payments and deposits.

Bauer Family Centered Services (765) 742-4848 www.bauerfamilyresources.org Community Partners, a free and voluntary prevention program for parents or caregivers who are interested in strengthening their family and keeping their children safe and thriving. Community Partners is a short-term program and can assist with: referral services for counseling, housing, food and clothing assistance, employment and other social services; financial assistance for counseling and short-term, emergency problems; goal setting through case management in the home or at a neighborhood location most convenient to the family.

Bureau Of Developmental Disabilities (812)-232-3603 or 877.218.3096 www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/2639.html 30 North 8th Street Po Box 10217 Terre Haute, IN 47802 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Services available for persons with developmental disabilities are community based, residential alternatives to placement in state institutions and health facilities. Programs support independent living in the least restrictive setting possible. Services include: supervised group living programs, semi-dependent living programs, alternative family programs, independent living support services, & supported living service arrangements. Faith Baptist Church (765) 449-4600 www.faithlafayette.org/community 5572 Mercy Way Lafayette, IN 47905 Safe Haven Short-term residential home for displaced families due to fire, flood, or domestic violence situations.

Vision of Hope (765) 447-5900 Faith-based residential treatment for women age 14 – 28 struggling with unplanned pregnancy, eating disorders, self-harm, and addictions of all types. Family Promise of Greater Lafayette (765) 838-3651 www.fpglinc.org 2010 Elmwood Avenue Lafayette IN 47904 Family Promise of Greater Lafayette, Inc. is a homeless shelter for families with children under 18 years of age. Families must be residents of Tippecanoe or the surrounding counties and must pass a criminal background check. The program has the capacity for up to five families at one time and a family can stay for no more than 45 days. Adults are given assistance with job searching, career building, and case management to help obtain stable housing

Habitat for Humanity (765) 869-5158 420 S. 1st St Lafayette, IN 47904 logfolks@aol.com

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Hours: Saturdays 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (call Friday to know if crews are working) Non-profit ecumenical Christian housing ministry that partners with families to build or renovate housing for purchase by the partner families. Volunteers help families build their homes. Families are selected based on their need for shelter and their willingness to work. Home with Hope Men (765) 807-0009) or Women (765)742-3246 www.homewithhope.org

1119 Ferry St (Men’s Program) Lafayette, IN 47901

920 N. 9th St (Women’s Program) Lafayette, IN 47904

Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Provides structured living and transitional services for alcoholics and addicts who are willing to work the Twelve Step, self-help program of recovery. The program includes a continuum of care, from initial assessment to aftercare planning, designed to assist a client in living a meaningful, comfortable, and productive life without the use of mood-altering chemicals.

Homestead Consulting Services (765) 637-7949 www.homesteadCS.org 671 N. 36th St, Lafayette, IN 47905

Homestead CS’ Counseling and Financial Education programs educate families about personal finance, increase homeownership, and ensure that families in Tippecanoe and nine surrounding Counties have a safe and affordable place to call home.

These programs include: Pre-Purchase Home Coaching; Home Buyer Education; Down Payment Assistance; Foreclosure and Delinquency Counseling; Home Repair Grants; Reverse Mortgage Counseling; Tenant Education; Bank on Tippecanoe Education; Credit Counseling; Budget Counseling; Understanding Renting; Landlord/Tenant Rights and Responsibilities Classes; Senior Financial Safety; Community Loan Center Small Dollar Loan Program.

Lafayette Housing Authority (765) 771-1300 www.lafayette.in.gov/314/Housing-Authority--Section-8Community-De 2601 Greenbush Street Lafayette, IN 47904 Hours of Operation: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Thursday Closed

Federally funded rent assistance program. Family self-sufficiency program for participants who want to become self-sufficient. Programs are available to low-income families, elderly or disabled persons. Call the office for an application or to make an appointment Lafayette Urban Ministry (765) 423-2691 www.lumserve.org 420 N. 4th Street Lafayette, IN 47901 (765) 423-2691 LUM is an organization of 42 local churches that serves as a social safety net in our community for families and children with critical needs. Visit the website above for a description of programs, how to volunteer, and how to contribute.

LTHC Homeless Services (765) 423-4880 www.lthc.net 815 North 12th Street Lafayette, IN 47904 Hours of Operation: 7 days/week 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM Case Management Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM LTHC Homeless Services Program provides intake, assessment, and triage to all persons who are experiencing a housing crisis. This coordinated entry approach streamlines access to the homeless services system which helps households facing housing loss to quickly access the services they need and for which they are eligible. Each person will develop a Housing Stability Plan with a case manager. On site services include meals, showers, laundry, mail/phone, computer, and more.

Salvation Army (765) 742-0006 www.centralusa.salvationarmy.org/lafayette 1110 Union Street Lafayette, IN 47904-1934 To schedule an appointment, call (765) 742-8556 on Tuesdays between 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM. Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM; Closed 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Offers many programs for low-income families including, rent and utility assistance, food pantry, summer ca1110 Union Street Lafayette, IN 47904-1934

Safe Families for Children (765) 201-0845 email: info@safefamilies.in Offering short-term, temporarily housing for children of families experiencing crisis. Seeds of Hope (765) 479-0046 927 Main St (Back of parking lot) Lafayette, IN 47901 Hours of Operation: Opens 3rd Saturday of the month at 10:00 AM Meals served: 2nd Thursday of the month at 11:30 AM (First Baptist Church – Downtown) Last Sunday of month at 12:30 PM 17th South 7th Street Description: Provides food assistance, toiletries and pet food assistance. Assists with housing on a case-by-case basis. Serves Fountain, Montgomery, and Tippecanoe counties. YWCA 765.423.1118 / 888.345.1118 605 N. 6th Street Lafayette, IN 47901 HOURS: Crisis Line and Shelter 24/7, Office Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Agency provides emergency shelter for women and children who are victims of domestic violence with a 24-hour crisis line. A legal advocate can help with protective orders & legal questions. Support groups include: TLC parenting class, Reflections self-esteem/domestic violence, Personal Empowerment and Accountability Group for Women. A Hispanic Advocate on staff. The outreach staff provides training and education to adults & children on the topics of domestic violence, sexual assault, & personal safety. Serves Benton, Carroll, Tippecanoe, Warren, and White counties.

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Medical Resources & Clinics

Area Iv Agency On Aging 765-447-7683 or 800-382-7556 www.areaivagency.org Lafayette Office 660 N 36th St. P.O. Box 4727 Lafayette, IN 47903 Lafayette office has Options Counselors on call daily from 8:00 – 4:30. The Williamsport office does not have regular hours as it is the home base for Options Counselors and Case Managers who are often out of the office working with clients. Comprehensive Service Description:

• Information and Referral Services daily through the Lafayette office for persons with aging or disability-related questions or needs. We maintain a database of community resources in Fountain and Warren counties and other areas to assist 3 3 AREA IV AGENCY ON AGING – CONTINUED you as well as listings of resources. All screenings and referrals for Area IV funded services are done through the Lafayette office;

• Home delivered meals – depending on your location; and hot noon meals or frozen meals through the senior centers;

• Pre-admission screening to enter nursing facilities – must contact the Lafayette office for a referral to this service. Must meet physical or cognitive disability requirements – an assessment will be done.

• Home Health Services are designed to help people remain in their homes rather than enter a nursing home. These services are funded through Federal and State monies and require disability and financial assessments to determine eligibility.

Funding sources include: ♣ Aged and Disabled Medicaid Waiver (any age with many disabilities), must meet income and

asset requirements; ♣ CHOICE funding for persons of any age with many disabilities, may have a co-pay if income is

over 150% poverty level; ♣ Social Services Block Grant/TXX for persons over 60 or those under age 60 with disability, income under 300%;

♣ Title III of Older American’s Act for persons over age 60, no income restrictions. o This assessment is originally done through the Lafayette office. However, the Options Counselor who comes to the home to assess you and have you sign an application for services is based out of the Williamsport office once a referral is made from the Lafayette office. And the long-term care Case Manager who will continue to help you with services once you are approved is also based out of the Williamsport office.

• Public Transportation – (no age limit or disability required) is offered through the REACH OUT Community Van for the towns of Hillsboro, Newtown, Wallace & Mellott and surrounding areas by calling 765-798-2815 Janet Keeling;

• public transportation (no age limit or disability required) is offered through Boswell Area Transit Van (BAT VAN) by calling 765-869-4350 (Senior Center) or 765-869-5184 to serve the towns of Boswell, Oxford, Ambia, Dunnington, Chase, Tab, & Talbot;

• Special Transportation for Benton County residents 60 years & older, with mobility impairments, trips are for medical purposes only through “HOPE” Transportation Program by calling 765-404-1174 Kim Bowley and leaving a message, she checks her messages daily. Please give at least 48 hours notice;

• The Family Caregiver Program assists caregivers of older and/or disabled persons by offering information, education, support groups, and respite and supplemental services to lessen the stress on a caregiver; • SHIP (Senior Health Insurance Program – Indiana) counseling for Medicare;

• Private Pay Care Coordinator to assist persons age 55 and older who are able to pay for someone to assist them with finding and coordinating the services they need to remain independent;

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Aspire Indiana (765) 742-4481 www.aspireindiana.org 601 N 4th St. Lafayette, In 47905 Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am to 5 pm, other hours scheduled.

Care Coordination is free. HIV related case management for HIV positive individuals residing in service area. Offers referrals for medical care, housing, support, medications, and other needs. Special Population Support Program offers free HIV prevention education in community-call to schedule. Also offers free HIV testing for those who are at increased risk due to substance abuse. Referrals provided to those who are identified as HIV positive. Free HIV case management, referrals: medical services, housing, support, education. Also offer free HIV testing and education for at-risk individuals involved in substance abuse. Call to schedule an appointment, must provide proof of HIV positive status. Benton County Division of Family Resources (574) 270-8060 https://www.in.gov/fssa/dfr/3193.htm 305 E. Sixth St Fowler, IN 47944 Administers public assistance which includes:

• Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) • Medicaid for low-income families, aged, blind, and disabled. • Food stamps. • Job Training (IMPACT).

Church of the Blessed Sacrament (765) 463-5733 www.blessedsacramentwl.org 2224 Sacramento Drive West Lafayette, IN 47906 Hours of Operation: Tuesday-Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, by appointment only. Please call to make an appointment during parish hours. Church of the Blessed Sacrament is a Roman Catholic Church which provides a maximum of $125.00/year for prescription medication, prescription glasses, and/or dental care.

Dr Mary Ludwig Free Clinic (765) 362-3244 www.mcfreeclinic.org 816 S. Mill Street P.O. Box 86, Crawfordsville, IN 47933 Hours:

Monday 9 – 1pm Tuesday 9 – 12pm Wednesday 2 – 6pm Thursday 9 – 1pm Friday 10 – 2pm

Dental Clinic is seeing patients by appointment.

For a full list of services offered at the clinic, see our website. You must be accepted as a client before you may make an appointment. See MCFreeClinic.org/eligibility for a detailed explanation. You may call 765-362-3244 or email appointment@mcfreeclinic.org if you have questions or concerns.

The Dr. Mary Ludwig Free Clinic is operated by Montgomery County Free Clinic, Inc. and provides medical and dental care. We serve any Montgomery County resident without insurance, who has an income of 300% of poverty or below. We are supported solely by the community and are part of a coalition of clinics, Volunteers in Medicine (VIM). Fowler Medical Clinic (765) 884-1330 801 E Fifth Street Fowler, IN 47944

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Healthy Communities (765) 659-6063 http://healthyclintoncounty.org 1458 Oak Street Suite B Frankfort, IN 46041 Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

The prenatal program offers assistance and information for prenatal vitamins, breast feeding education, safe medications, making your doctor’s appointment, taking care of a new baby, health insurance enrollment and mood/anxiety and depression concerns. Also has a Car Seat Program. FREE bilingual healthcare navigation services for anyone requiring assistance with obtaining health coverage. Call 765-659-6063 to schedule an appointment.

Baby and Me Tobacco Free program: Free program provided to pregnant mothers as well as other family members in the home. Classes are designed to assist caregivers in quitting smoking. Through the program, clients are given the opportunity to obtain free diapers for a year upon successful completion. Health Department- (Benton) (765) 884-0187 706 E 5th St Suite 16 Fowler, IN 47944 • Immunizations (fees vary) • Issues birth and death certificates (fee charged) • Health Education • Communicable disease reporting Matrix Lifecare Center (765) 742-1533 www.matrixcares.org 938 Mezzanine Dr. Suite B Lafayette, IN 47905 Hours of Operation: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Closed 12:00PM – 1:00PM

Tuesday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM; Closed 12:00PM – 1:00PM

• STD testing walk-in clinic is open on the first Friday of every month from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM • Free Pregnancy Test/Pregnancy Verification and Pregnancy options counseling • Free Limited Obstetrical Ultrasounds • Free STD testing and Women’s Wellness Exams • Safe Sleep Program providing safe place for baby to sleep along with education • Support for pregnant women including confidential counseling, resources, and referrals • Prenatal and parenting education • Emergency Baby Supplies – By appointment only.

Please call for an appointment and additional information. Office Of Vocational Rehabilitation (765) 449.4278 or 1.877.847.9892 615 N. 18th Street Ste. 103 Lafayette, IN 47904-3434 Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Assists adults with disabilities to establish and reach vocational goals, provides diagnostic and evaluation, physical/mental restoration, job training and placement, and supporting services. Otterbein Clarian Arnett Health (765) 583-4415 407 N Meadow Otterbein, IN 47970

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Riggs Community Health Center (765) 742-1567 www.riggshealth.com 1716 Hartford Street Lafayette, IN 47904

Riggs CHC South Street (Behavioral Health Services) 2316 South Street Lafayette, IN 47905

Riggs CHC Annex (Dental Services) 1324 Tippecanoe Street Lafayette, IN 47904

Hours of Operation: Hartford* South Street Annex Monday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM CLOSED** Tuesday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM* 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM* CLOSED

Riggs Community Health Center provides coordinated, comprehensive primary healthcare and dental care to patients of Tippecanoe and surrounding counties who have limited access to healthcare due to lack of financial resources or health care reimbursement.

St. Vincent Williamsport Rural & Urban Access To Health Care (765) 585.4483 412 N. Monroe Street Williamsport, IN 47993 Hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday –Friday Services Available: Assistance with; finding a doctor, applying for public programs (Medicaid, Medicare, Hoosier Healthwise, Food Stamps, TANF, HIP, SSDI), Prescription Assistance Programs, as well as referrals to other community resources. Volunteers in Medicine (812) 333 4001 http://www.vimmonroecounty.org/ 811 West 2nd Street Bloomington, IN 47403 Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:00a - 5:00p

Tuesday: 8:00a - 8:00p Friday: 8:00a - 12:00p

The last appointment is 45 minutes before the clinic closes. Instead of Walk-In, PLEASE CALL for a SAME DAY appointment. HealthNet Bloomington services are available to people of all ages, from all geographic locations. Most insurances are accepted. HealthNet clinics provide free, quality primary and preventive care for both chronic and acute illnesses. The following services are also available at no cost:

• primary care • urgent care • diagnostic laboratory and radiology testing • behavioral and mental health • dental care • health support services, care management • chronic disease education • assistance with insurance enrollment and system navigation

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Township Trustees

Benton County Trustees Bolivar Township Jennifer Renee Pritchett (765) 583-4539 306 S Main Street Otterbein, IN 47970 Center Township Angie A. Brunton H (765) 884-0503 O (765) 884-1278 101 S Harrison Ave. Fowler, IN 47944 Gilboa Township Jack Wealing (219) 261-2825 11449 E 400 N Remington IN 47977 mobile (219) 863-2760 e-mail: jwealing@hughes.net Grant Township Sherri Massie (765) 869-4356 3275 W 900 S Boswell, IN 47921 Hickory Township Grove Katie (Leona) Butts H (765) 869-5023 O (765) 869-5023 hgtrustee@yahoo.com 202 E Pine Street Ambia, IN 47917 Oak Grove Township Alisa K. Noble (765) 385-2016 always@localline.com 201 N Justus Street, P.O. Box 412 Oxford, IN 47971 Parish Township Grove Jennifer Bennett (219) 474-6309 7602 W. 300N Earl Park, IN 47942 Pine Township Karen Rene Adwell (765) 884-1043 1853 S. 600 E Fowler, In 47944 Richland Township Marie Muller (219) 474-6533 dmuller@kentland.ffni.com 208 N Maple Street Earl Park, In 47942 Union Township Bernice Gilber (219) 261-2827 gilbert@ffni.com 4896 E 900 N Remington, IN 47977 York Township Pam Molter (219) 474-5097 7382 N 700 W Earl Park, IN 47942

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Mental Health / Addiction Recovery

4 Anchors Women's Ministry (765) 307-2995 https://www.halfwayhome.info/ 811 Whitlock Avenue Crawfordsville, IN 47933

Half Way Home provides a 180 day residential program for women, offering a healthy environment and a holistic, comprehensive program to develop in each woman a drug-free, sober, and self-sufficient lifestyle, addressing substance abuse, parenting, employment, education and life skills. Applicant must be female between the ages of 18-45 years of age. Please call for an application. AL-ANON Family Group Wabash Avenue Presbyterian Church 307 S. Washington ( at Wabash Avenue) Crawfordsville, IN 47933

Is alcohol a problem in your family? Come to Wabash Avenue Presbyterian Church on Wednesday's at 1:30p or Thursday's at 8p. Be Well Indiana https://bewellindiana.com/ Throughout this site, you’ll find information and resources compiled by the Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction designed to help Hoosiers stay connected and maintain their well-being. These resources have been validated by local and national experts to ensure that you have access to reliable information that you can trust. Faith Ministries (765) 448-1986 www.faithlafayette.org Faith Church 5526 State Road 26 East Lafayette, IN 47905 Faith Church is motivated by the belief that God’s Word is sufficient and that people who follows its life-changing message can bring glory to God through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Counseling Ministries Edris Olson (765) 448-1555 Offered Mondays from 1:30PM – 7:45PM free of charge. However, there is a $25 deposit which is forfeited for last

minute cancellations but is returned if the counselee graduates from counseling without cancellation. “By appointment only”.

Vision of Hope (765) 447-5900 Faith-based residential treatment for women age 14 – 28 struggling with unplanned pregnancy, eating disorders, self-harm, and addictions of all types.

Restoration Greg Wetterlin restorationministry@faithlafayette.org Restoration serves single and married men ages 18 and over, who desire help from a faith-based ministry and will do whatever it takes to change. Because Restoration is a faith-based ministry, the best candidates are men who desire to use God’s Word to solve their problems. Grace Recovery (765) 447-4152 www.lafgraceumc.org/connect/grace-recovery-ministries/ 615 N. 22nd Street Lafayette, IN 47904 Hours of Operation: Thursdays 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Grace UMC hosts a number of programs on Thursday evenings to support, encourage, and offer fellowship to those in our community affected by alcohol and substance use disorder. We invite anyone whose lives are affected in any way by drugs or alcohol, or who want to be part of an amazing experience of hope and love, to join us on Thursday evenings at 6:00pm. A meal is offered free of charge for all attendees, childcare is offered after the meal, and several different programs are available to you depending on your needs.

A Better Life— Brianna’s Hope – a faith based, participant –driven, compassion-filled support group for anyone suffering from alcohol or substance abuse disorder, along with anyone wishing to take part and fellowship together.

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Kids Hope— a group led by counselors, for children ages 4-12 with family members that have substance use disorders. The group focuses on teaching children the skills they need to help them cope with their feelings while learning alternative behaviors to avoid substance use in the future.

Family Hope— a support group for friends and family members who have loved ones with substance use disorders. Transforming Adolescents and Families in Indiana (TAFI)— Alternative Peer Group for adolescents ages 13-18 who are struggling with alcohol and other drug (ADD) misuse, or adolescents whose family members struggle with AOD issues. Home with Hope Men (765) 807-0009) or Women (765) 742-3246 www.homewithhope.org

1119 Ferry St (Men’s Program) Lafayette, IN 47901

920 N. 9th St (Women’s Program) Lafayette, IN 47904

Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Provides structured living and transitional services for alcoholics and addicts who are willing to work the Twelve

Step, self-help program of recovery. The program includes a continuum of care, from initial assessment to aftercare planning, designed to assist a client in living a meaningful, comfortable, and productive life without the use of mood-altering chemicals.

Integrative Wellness-Crawfordsville (765) 680-0071 https://www.inwell.org/ 407 E. Market Street Crawfordsville, IN 47933 Mental Health America (MHA) (765) 742-1800 www.mhatippecanoe.org Wabash Valley Region 914 South Street Lafayette, IN 47901-1476 Crisis Center: 765-742-0244 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM -5:00 PM

Dedicated to providing mental health education, resources and supportive services, in Benton, Carroll, Fountain, Tippecanoe, Warren and White counties. Provides Mental Health First Aid certification trainings, Youth Mental Health First Aid trainings, QPR-Suicide Prevention trainings, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), Verbal De-Escalation training, free support groups, online screenings, a free and confidential 24-7 Crisis Center at 765-742-0244 (accessible by phone or text), Mental Health Navigators, and more. Visit MHA at www.mhawv.org. National Alliance on Mental Illness (765) 423-6939 www.nami-wci.org 913 Columbia Street Lafayette, IN 47901 Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

NAMI West Central Indiana advocates for support, effective treatment and education for individuals and families directly and indirectly affected by mental illness in our community. NAMIWCI offers free support groups and classes for adults living with mental illness and for adult family members of those who have a mental illness. Educational presentations are available for youth, parents, school personnel, faith communities, businesses, and other groups. NAMI-WCI also facilitates the local Crisis Intervention Team training for law enforcement officers each year.

Support Groups Information:

Connection Recovery Support Group: (765) 423-6939 - Meets each Tuesday, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM and/or Thursday, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM at 913 Columbia Street, Lafayette. Connection is a peer-based support group for adults living with serious mental illness.

Family Support Group: (765) 423-6939 - Meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM at 913 Columbia Street, Lafayette. This group is for adult family members or friends who have a loved one with a serious mental illness. The group uses a problem-solving, workshop format.

NAMI The Landing: (765) 423-6939 –The Landing located at 913 Columbia. It is a warm, inviting community resource for anyone looking to learn more about mental health. It is a safe, stigma-free gathering place where participants come to socialize and feel accepted. The goal is to eliminate isolation and loneliness. Activities are peer directed and offer to promote physical health, recovery/mental health, socialization, and volunteerism. All activities are open and free to anyone.

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Recovery Cafe (765) 742-5046 x7007 www.recoverycafelafayette.org Lafayette Bauer Community Center - 330 Fountain Street Lafayette, IN 47902 Hours of Operation: Tuesday 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Saturday 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM (Hours will expand as membership grows).

Recovery Cafe Lafayette is a free membership-based peer support community which offers support and resources to individuals in recovery from Substance Use, Mental Health, Trauma, and Homelessness. Service Offered Include: Meals and Social Events Weekly Peer Recovery Circles School for Recovery Classes Recovery Resources.

River Bend Hospital (765) 463-2555 www.nchsi.com 2900 North River Road West Lafayette, IN 47906

River Bend Hospital is a private psychiatric hospital that provides acute inpatient psychiatric care. No outpatient services available. Service Unity Recovery Fellowship (SURF) Center, Inc. (765) 742-1033 307 N. 10th St. Lafayette, IN 47901 Hours of Operation: Daily 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

The Service Unity Recovery Fellowship (SURF) Center offers a safe meeting space for individuals and groups recovering from substance (alcohol and other drugs) and process (behavioral) addictions. 12-step programs are welcome and encouraged. SURF offers other alcohol and drug free activities throughout the year. Addiction Resource Library is now available. Stembel Psychological Services (765) 884-1506 708 E 9th Street Fowler, IN 47944 Clinical Psychologist: Specializing in child, adolescent, and family services. Sycamore Springs (765) 743-4400 www.sycamorespringshealth.com/ 833 Park East Blvd Lafayette, Indiana 47905 Hours of Operation: 24 hours/day

Sycamore Springs specializes in treating adults ages 18 and older who are struggling with mental health and addiction issues, co-occurring disorders, offering a holistic approach to recovery and wellness. Sycamore Springs offers the following services:

• No cost, initial evaluation available 24 hours a day/365 day a year • Inpatient treatment for mental health, addiction, and co-occurring disorders • Detoxification and stabilization • Intensive outpatient programs / weekly support groups, AA, NA.

Children & Adolescent Outpatient Program of Sycamore Springs (765) 701-6090 www.sycamorespringshealth.com/ 3733 Rome Drive Lafayette, IN 47905 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sycamore Springs offers a partial-day mental health and addiction treatment alternative, for children and adolescents ages 5-18 and enrolled in elementary, middle, or high school. Through the use of psychotherapy, psychoeducational, and process groups, treatment is offered for Post-Traumatic Stress Syndrome, Depression, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, Anxiety, substance misuse, and adjustment disorders. Participants successfully meet their obligations to school, family, and probation through personal growth.

• Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and treatment available Monday-Friday • Medication management and monitoring • Partial Hospitalization programming • Intensive outpatient programming • Family and group therapies

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• Education services and academic support • Recreational and art therapy • Discharge planning and collaboration with schools and providers

Limestone Health Program of Sycamore Springs (765) HELP-NOW www.limestonehealth.com 4705 Meijer Court Lafayette, IN 47905 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 5:00 AM – 11:30 PM Saturday and Sunday 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM Limestone Health provides Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including Opioid Treatment Programs to help individuals 18 years and older overcome addiction to heroin, opium, prescribed medication, and other opioids. Patients will work with a team of medical professionals and licensed substance abuse counselors in a warm, welcoming setting throughout recovery.

• Counseling, Methadone Maintenance, Education & Case Management Trinity Life Ministry 1-888-742-1060 or 1-765-742-1060 www.trinitylifeministry.com Trinity Life Ministry Men’s Facility Facebook: www.facebook.com/TrinityLifeMinistry 1101 Whitlock Avenue, Crawfordsville, IN 47933

Note: All correspondence for the men's residence or residents should be sent to the Lafayette office. Trinity Life Ministry, 817 N. 12th Street, Lafayette, IN 47904.

Those accepted into the 12-month men's program are provided with housing, basic necessities, addictions education, vocational and life skills training, counseling, mentoring and life transformation assistance while being paired into a local church for sustaining support after completion. Valley Oaks Outpatient Services (formerly Wabash Valley Alliance) 765-583-47970 www.valleyoaks.org 606 Limerick Ln Otterbein, IN 47970 Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Valley Oaks (formerly Wabash Valley Alliance) is a community outpatient mental health center that provides a full range of assessment and treatment services including individual, couple, family, activity and pastoral counseling/services. Valley Oaks also provides TOC and 24-hour emergency assessment and crisis intervention. Valley Professionals Community Health Center (765) 362-5100 www.valleyprohealth.org/crawfordsville 1702 Lafayette Road Crawfordsville, Indiana 47933

Valley Professionals in Crawfordsville is a health center which offers primary care, behavioral health, dental, and patient resource services, serving patients Monday through Friday. Willowstone Family Services (765) 423-5361 www.willowstone.org 615 N. 18th Street, Suite 101 Lafayette, IN 47904-3434 Hours of Operation:

Monday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM We provide outpatient counseling, child development support, teen drug prevention classes, and parenting

education groups that respond to our community's changing needs.1) Willowstone Counseling (Counseling for Individuals and families) – provides counseling services to children as young as 3-5 years old, teens, young adults through older adults. Also provides parenting groups and a dialectical behavioral therapy informed (DBT) skills building group. 2) Healthy Families

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Indiana and Baby Talk (Parent and Child Development Support Services) - free and voluntary home visitation program designed to promote healthy families and healthy children through a variety of services including child development, access to health care, and parent education. For mothers of newborns – free assessment to determine eligibility.

Transportation

Boswell Area Transit Van (BAT VAN) (765) 869-4350 Call to schedule a ride. An all volunteer public transportation service for persons of all ages and disabilities living in the towns of Boswell, Oxford, Ambia, Dunnington, Chase, Tab, and Talbot. No fee but contributions welcomed. “HOPE” Transportation Program (765) 385-1042 (765) 404-1174 Federated Church 103 S Fifth Street Oxford, IN 47971 A county-wide, volunteer transportation program for persons 60 years and older, with mobility impairments and eligible Medicaid recipients who live in Benton County. Trips are for medical purposes only. There is no fee but passenger contributions are encouraged. Choice Associates Staff Service LLC (CASS) 138 Prophet Drive West Lafayette, IN 47906 (765) 250 6607 Provides shuttle bus to various companies, such as Vanguard. Chaney’s Magic Cab 711 S 20th St Lafayette, IN 47905 (765) 490-9192 http://magiccabride.com/ Helping Hand Chauffeur Service Inc. 5155 West County Road 1000 North Russellville, IN 46175 (765) 401-5596 This service provides transportation for those who need a means of getting to prearranged appointments, doctors' appointments, dentist visits, airport trips, etc. LCP Transportation Toll Free: (800) 508-7230 Schedule/Return Fax: (317) 291-9446 www.lcptransportation.com/index.php Dispatch available 24 hours. Description: In/out of town transportation assistance for Indiana Medicaid, MCO and HMO patients, and Managed Health Services. Please give 48 hours’ notice when scheduling transportation. Locomotives Taxi 3265 Teal Rd Lafayette, IN 47905 (765) 477-1234 https://locomotivestaxi.wixsite.com/lafayette