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Bassettservices.com October 1-13, 2017 4 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com COMMUNITY How three brave individuals SURVIVORS OF broke the cycle of abuse at DOMESTIC ABUSE Sheltering Wings By Chris Cornwall thought hiding my purse in the dryer or the Sheltering oven was not normal.” COVER STORY Wings Women’s She was often confined to her home by Shelter, Danville, recently held a vigil inside her ex-husband and physically abused, even its courtyard to honor the lives lost to while pregnant. domestic abuse. Local law enforce-ment of- Merz said she battled with her ex-hus- ficials read each of the names out loud, and band with numerous no-contact orders, as they did, a rose was brought up to repre- and began to cut her hair short and color it sent each victim. After all the names were because she knew he didn’t like it. In 2007, read, three clear glass vases stood full of he finally said to her, “get your stuff and get pink, red and yellow roses—a sad remind-er out.” of how domestic abuse too often ends. “I had very little fight in me,” Merz said. Fortunately, not every story ends with I remembering going to my friend’s house a rose. Many men and women who were and she had gotten a computer. That’s how once trapped in the cycle of domestic we had come across Sheltering Wings.” abuse have found a way out and are now She came to the shelter soon after and leading happy lives. We interviewed four of began to see the world in a different light. these individu-als, and although each story Merz said the support system at Sheltering is dif-ferent, common themes run Wings helped her come out of her shell, and throughout. Abusers control their victims that she had never felt that kind of support by any means neces-sary, whether that be in her life. with the bar-rel of a gun or through “This was my beginning, not my ending,” thoughtful verbal manipu-lation, victims are Merz said. “This was the compass the lord alienated from a better life or made to feel used to propel me in the right direction. as if they do not deserve one. Not only did I have healing but the cycle of The other common theme is that these abuse has stopped in my children.” individuals are no longer victims but survi- Merz was asked to speak at the vigil ear- vors of domestic abuse, and all say they will lier this month. It had been 10 years since Kimberly Merz adds a rose representing someone who lost their life to domestic violence during the Shelter- tell their stories as many times as it takes if it she first came to Sheltering Wings and she ing Wings annual vigil. Photos by Chris Cornwall. Cover photo: Fotosearch helps just one person. had much to add to her story. She said she got her GED in 2008, found steady work, in the marriage back in 1991, and was suc- ing on her, and so she refused to have inti- became the first in her family to become cessful for a few months until Scott said he mate relations with him. a homeowner and is now studying to be- threatened to hurt her family. She came “It got to the point where he forced him- come a minister. back and wouldn’t attempt to leave again self on me,” she said. “That was in the last Merz held off on dating anyone un- for another 25 years. two months of our marriage.” til 2013, when she felt she was ready to “You can’t just leave sometimes,” Scott As she tried to leave for good, Scott re- choose the right person. She is now en- said. “You need to have the will power and members him firing a gun behind her. gaged to marry “the most kind and gentle they take that away from you. They take a “When I was driving away, he said ‘I told man I have ever met.” lot away from you.” you what would happen if you ever tried The tipping point for Scott started after to leave me.’ Then I heard a gunshot.” Scott Karen Scott came to Sheltering Wings in she learned her late ex-husband was cheat- said. “I just kept driving. God pushed me out March 2012 after suffer- of there, I felt the hand on my back.” ing emo tional and finan- It was at that moment, Scott says, that cial abuse for most of her she knew she would never return. She 32-year marriage. stayed at Sheltering Wings until July 2013. “He never hit me,” she “I felt welcomed here,” Scott said, who said. “He left me with a now works at the facility as its kitchen coor- lot of scars that aren’t dinator. seen. “ “It was the best move I ever made. Only Scott said her late ex- after a few months being here, I would see Kimberley Merz husband would always people I hadn’t seen in a while, and even his be-little her in front family. They would say, ‘I haven’t seen your For Kimberley Merz, domestic abuse had of friends and family, smile in so long, I forgot what it looked like always been a part of her life. She witnessed gave her a cur-few and it. You look totally different. You don’t have and experienced it as child, and would later wouldn’t allow her to the fear look.” fall into an abusive marriage with her now leave the house unless After taking the job as kitchen coordina- ex-husband. she brought one of the tor at the shelter, she feels as if she is giving “My father was an alcoholic and abusive kids with her. something back. so I didn’t know any different,” Merz said. “I She tried to leave early “When they (new residents) see where I Karen Scott October 1-13, 2017 Hendricks County ICON 5 COMMUNITY myhcicon.com How three brave individuals SURVIVORS OF broke the cycle of abuse at DOMESTIC ABUSE Sheltering Wings (continued from Page 4) am now as opposed to where I was when I do? You are 19 and have two kids, no one bers feeling a sharp pain in the back of her came here, they feel hope.” Scott said with a else but me would ever want you.’ And it all head where he had just punched her. smile. “I can sympathize with them and reas- felt true.” “I can still hear the sound of my children sure them that this is the best thing that you Shortly after her second child was born, screaming and crying because they were so could have done. You could be a statis-tic, I he became physically violent. afraid of what he was doing to me,” she said. almost was.” “The first time he hurt me he choked me,” “I knew that if I stayed, my son would grow “I lost everything I had and needed (to Voorhis said. “I remember getting tunnel up to be a man like that, and my daughters start) fresh. But I gained so much more. Now vision from lack of oxygen and thinking he would grow up to be like me. I’d rather they I’m just enjoying life.” was going to kill me.” never exist then grow up and have that life. I This wouldn’t be the last time he choked left July 27, 2006.” Emily Voorhis was only 16 when she be- her, and Voorhis lived in fear for the next six Voorhis went straight to Sheltering Wings. gan dating a 23-year-old. She became preg- years. “I was terrified and realized my life has nant with her first child a year later and the “I had nowhere to go,” she said. “My fa- not turned out the way I planned, but I was two moved in together. ther was physically violent and my parents doing it anyway. Those are the days that I At the beginning of the relationship, she re- were going through a divorce.” want to define me. Because plan B was sui- members he had a way with words and made Voorhis tried to move in with her father cide and the only thing that kept me from her feel like he was all she would ever need. Emily Voorhis but became frightened at the prospect of that was my children.” “I don’t think anger was a factor, it was him becoming physically violent with her Since that fateful day, Voorhis, who had more of manipulation,” she said. “He con- to have a driver’s license or job. own kids. So she felt she had no other op- once been living a totally dependent exis- vinced me that it was fate that I was preg- By the time she became pregnant with tions but to go back. tence, now is now happily making it on her nant and we would be together forever, and her second child at age 19, the abuse esca- Voorhis says a lot of details have gotten own. She has a successful career and will he was going to take care of me.” lated. Voorhis said there was no more subtly fuzzy over the years, but she remembers the soon earn a college degree in Data Manage- Voorhis said this soon transitioned into to how he tried to control her. His words day she decided to leave for good. He had ment. She is also a first-time home owner constant criticism from the clothes she wore were now harsh and uninhibited. become enraged because one the kids had and rearing her three children indepen- to the friends she kept. She wasn’t allowed “He would say, ‘What are you going to been making too much noise. She remem- dently. Sponsored by PARK SQUARE MANOR 317-272-7300 • www.ParkSquareSeniorLiving.com in Avon Beth Harlin’s Story

After her niece lost her life to Hendricks County ICON’s cancer, Beth Harlin honored her memory by starting the Greatest Generation “Miracles for Melanoma Fund’ at the Community Foundation Chet Wright, 99 to spread melanoma awareness.

Partnering with HCCF, Beth connects her passion with action Chet is from Indianapolis. He graduated the great depression, WWII, a plane crash by making grants every year to from Ben Davis in 1936. He went on and a train crash! provide cancer education and to join the Army and was in WWII. Chet played drums in high school and sun- protective supplies to our He served in the Southwest Pacific, also in the Army. He enjoyed playing in Philippines and New Guinea. He served dance bands as well. community. Call HCCF today almost 38 years in the Army and earned to support the causes YOU the rank of Brigadier General. Greatest accomplishment: Being a husband and a father. care about! He was married to his wife Velma for 60 years. They had 3 sons, 6 grandchildren, Advice for the younger generation? 19 great-grandchildren and 4 great- Have consideration for others. great grandchildren. Chet has survived

317.268.6240 NOMINATE someone in Hendricks County that we should recognize www.hendrickscountycf.org as a “Greatest Generation ICON” • email: [email protected] October 1-13, 2017 6 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com COMMUNITY HENDRICKS COUNTY PLANNER Mike Schaefer joins AVON PLAINFIELD Times-Leader Publications By Brogan Dearinger Town Council | Oct. 26, 7 p.m. Town Council | Oct. 23, 7 p.m. Mike Schaefer started full-time as lishing, Times-Leader’s sister company. Board of Zoning Appeals Board of Zoning Appeals Times-Leader Publications’ sales manag- Schaefer brings with him years of ex- Oct. 19, 7 p.m. Oct. 16, 7 p.m. er earlier this month. In this role, he will perience in the newspaper industry. In Plan Commission| Oct. 23, 7 p.m. All meetings are held at the Town of work to expand advertising sales in Hen- college, he worked at the Indiana Daily All meetings are held at Avon Town Hall, Plainfield Building, 206 W. Main Municipal dricks County and the south and north Student, Indiana University Blooming- 6570 E. U.S. Highway 36. For more infor- Street. For more information, call (317) sides of Indianapolis. ton’s student-run newspaper, and after mation, call (317) 272-0948 or visit avon. 839-2561 or visit townofplainfield.com. “I am very excited to have Mike on the graduating he stayed on board as its sales org. ICON and Business Leader team,” said manager. In the ‘90s, he was part-owner of Rick Myers, Publisher and a weekly community newspaper. He also HENDRICKS COUNTY President of Times-Leader owned a direct-mail couponing franchise BROWNSBURG Publications. “I have always for 16 years. County Council | Oct. 24, 9 a.m. had a tremendous amount He’s excited to join Times-Leader be- Town Council | Oct. 26, 7 p.m. County Commission | Oct. 10, 9 a.m. Plan Commission| Oct. 23, 6 p.m. of respect for his profes- cause of the value its publications bring to Board of Zoning Appeals sionalism and his attention advertisers. All meetings are held at Brownsburg Oct. 16, 7:30 p.m. Town Hall, 61 N Green Street. For more Schaefer to customer service. Not to “Our products work really well for our Plan Commission | Nov. 14, 6:30 p.m. mention, Mike has a great advertisers,” he said. “We’ve got a great information, call (317) 852-1120 or visit Board of Health | Nov. 7, 7 p.m. brownsburg.org. knowledge of our industry as demonstrat- market, great products and great employ- All meetings are held at the Hendricks ed by his many years of experi-ence in the ees,” he said. “I think those are ingredients County Government Center, 355 S Wash- Hendricks County market in newspaper- for success.” DANVILLE ington Street. For more information, ing and direct-mail advertising. He has While large newspapers are struggling visit: co.hendricks.in.us. To reach the Plan a passion for the business that is conta- in the increasingly digital news climate, Commission or Board of Zoning Appeals, Town Council | Oct. 16, 7 p.m. gious.” community publications like the Hen- call (317) 745-9255; for County Council, All meetings are held at Danville Town Times-Leader Publications is the parent dricks County ICON and Hendricks County call (317) 745-9221; and for the Board of Hall, 49 N Wayne Street. For more infor- company of the Hendricks County ICON, Busi-ness Leader continue to thrive. Health, call (317) 745-9217. mation, call (317) 745-4180 or visit danvil- Hendricks County Business Leader, South- “The reason we’re different is that we leindiana.org. side Times and Center Grove ICON. Schae- carry local news,” he said. “We have some- fer will also manage sales for Current Pub- thing no one else has.”

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Pets are companions that never judge or criticize us. After a stressful day, they calm us with their simple charm and help us forget the complexities of life. They can protect us, and be helpless. When we arrive home, they welcome us, and always with enthusiasm. They can sense when we are sick or grieving. If it’s cold, they warm our feet. Sometimes they anger us, make messes and bark instead of sleep. Some slip out after dark to hunt while others stir-up game and retrieve the day’s catch. Pets can be entertainers, ice-breakers, plate polishers and troublemakers. But we love them anyway, because pets are family. Well it’s finally here! The second annual Hendricks County ICON Pet Lovers Issue. We asked our readers to send their best pet photos for a chance to have it featured on the cover. The response was huge. We received over 170 submissions of the cutest, funniest and most unique pet photos Hendricks County has to offer. This made the task of choosing only three to appear on the cover difficult. Our staff judged photos based on personality, uniqueness and the undeniable “aww” factor. However, as promised, we have published every photo received before the deadline. Thank you for all the submissions and enjoy. October 1-13, 2017 Sponsored by Hendricks County ICON 9 Pet PARK SQUARE MANOR • A Pet-Friendly Community myhcicon.com lovers issue 2017

Branson Gracie submitted by Mark Kirkpatrick submitted by Melodye Draffen, Plainfield

Cassidy Griffy Kikah Nicholas & Weston submitted by Jayce Everling submitted by Melanie Conley submitted by Richard & Carol Farrington, Danville

Moto Reagan Rocky Rooney submitted by Michelle Fulkerson, Brownsburg submitted by Bree Emsweller, Brownsburg submitted by Kendal Martin submitted by Daniel Torrance

Abbey Celia Sadie & Timex Riley Chloe & Cassi submitted by Jennifer Nelson, Plainfield submitted by Donna Wolf, Plainfield submitted by Susan Mason submitted by Shelby Rodney, Danville submitted by Cheri Niemann, Brownsburg

Chopper & Cubbie Leopold Boomer submitted by Victoria Rife, Avon submitted by Janet Leimenstoll, Danville submitted by Jacob Rose, Avon

Jake Ziva Gracie Ziggy Olsen Sammy submitted by Mandi Piggott, Plainfield submitted by Phyllis Palmer, Avon submitted by Matt Gardner, Danville submitted by Becky Kanipe submitted by Carmen Rose October 1-13, 2017 10 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com

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Harley James Izzy Jewel submitted by Anne Wright, Brownsburg submitted by Cheri West, Avon submitted by Tammy Dooley, Danville submitted by Steve Wildermuth, Avon

Izzy Bailey Pepsi Neffie Lucy submitted by Robin Douglas, Danville submitted by Julie Barnes, Brownsburg submitted by Teresa Strano, Avon submitted by Tammy Dooley, Danville submitted by Amber White

Sammy Willie Brady Buck & Polly submitted by Lisa Majdak, Brownsburg submitted by Michelle Freeman, Danville submitted by Carol Keisler, Brownsburg submitted by Daniel Torrance

Sam Jett Jax submitted by Lisa Majdak, Brownsburg submitted by Malanie Strycker, Plainfield submitted by Brian McDonald

Miss Bella Bailey submitted by Helen Christian and Mark Jung, Brownsburg submitted by Jennifer Scott, Brownsburg

Ruby Sophie Chloe Bonnie-Brook Blue (Dog) & Ghost (cat) submitted by Tammy Dooley, Danville submitted by Peggy Carter, Avon submitted by Julie Barnes, Brownsburg submitted by Pamela Kyle, Avon submitted by Iva Smith, Danville October 1-13, 2017 12 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com Sponsored by PARK SQUARE MANOR • A Pet-Friendly Community Pet lovers issue 2017

Bella Cheddar Duchess Snowball & Chester submitted by Tim McHugh, Brownsburg submitted by Tim McHugh, Brownsburg submitted by Donna Dawson, Avon submitted by Merrily Nilles, Danville

Cooper Ginger Hank Heidi Kennedy submitted by Stef Davis, Avon submitted by Tim McHugh, Brownsburg submitted by Eric Hessel, Avon submitted by Tim McHugh, Brownsburg submitted by Tim McHugh, Brownsburg

Kevun Leroy Li’L Darlin with Ryder Ross Lily submitted by Robyn Hughes, Plainfield submitted by Betty Kitchen, Brownsburgh submitted by Betty Kitchen, Brownsburgh submitted by Betty Kitchen, Brownsburgh

Lou Lilly Willow George Bubbie submitted by Tim McHugh, Brownsburg submitted by Stacy Herald, Plainfield submitted by Betty Kitchen, Brownsburgh submitted by Margaret Binkley, Avon submitted by Betty Kitchen, Brownsburgh

Molly Marley Winston & Bella submitted by Lisa Mitchell, Brownsburg submitted by Cindy McKinney, Danville submitted by Tim McHugh, Brownsburg

Olaf Sadie Miss Ruby Memphis Monroe Dexter submitted by Cindy McKinney, Danville submitted by Tim McHugh, Brownsburg submitted by Jeanette Blackstone, Brownsburg submitted by Mary Beth Carmichael submitted by Ryan Babbit, Avon October 1-13, 2017 Sponsored by Hendricks County ICON 13 Pet PARK SQUARE MANOR • A Pet-Friendly Community myhcicon.com lovers issue 2017

Chloe Elliot submitted by Lisa submitted by Cindy McKinney, Danville

Chelsea Ezra Harley Cam & Cooper submitted by Melissa Sauer, Danville submitted by Marshall Whyde, Plainfield submitted by Sandy Pridemore, Plainfield submitted by Pattie Hammerle, Brownsburg

Jax Jojo Mr. Cuddles Piper submitted by Lacey Wilson, Avon submitted by Cheryl Johnson, Danville submitted by David Seay, Avon submitted by Pamela Kyle, Avon

Sophie Smalls Fargo submitted by Julie Barnes, Brownsburg submitted by Kim Longoria, Plainfield submitted by Carol Ford, Plainfield

Jojo, Jessee & Jazmine Ellie Jo submitted by Cheryl Johnson, Danville submitted by Shirley Plante

Walter Yogi May OJ, Lucky & Blue Teddy Sophie submitted by Lori Behrmann, Avon submitted by Mary Beth Carmichael submitted by Julia & Greg Foltz submitted by Bob & Leanne Craig, Plainfield submitted by Lisa October 1-13, 2017 14 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com Sponsored by PARK SQUARE MANOR • A Pet-Friendly Community Pet lovers issue 2017

Emma Gabi Galadriel George Cookie submitted by C.S. Likins, Avon submitted by Tim & Barbara Wycoff, Brownsburg submitted by Ruth Miller, Plainfield submitted by Ruth Miller, Plainfield submitted by Amber White, Avon

Gunter & Chan Sophie & Sadie submitted by Debbie Abshier, Avon submitted by Jane Berry, Avon

Grace Susie Squeaky Harley & Boe Samson & Willow submitted by Debbie Davidson, Brownsburg submitted by Megan Le, Danville submitted by Linda Crowe, Brownsburg submitted by Amber White, Avon submitted by Karen Muenchmeyer, Avon October 1-13, 2017 Sponsored by Hendricks County ICON 15 Pet PARK SQUARE MANOR • A Pet-Friendly Community myhcicon.com lovers issue 2017

Oliver Payton Marie & Cubby Bear Riley Shy & Bailey submitted by Jennifer Scott, Brownsburg submitted by David Seay, Avon submitted by Sharon Moehle, Avon submitted by Cindy McKinney, Danville

Taylor Shyloe & Snickers Yogi Albert Einswine & Sheldon Albert submitted by Cara Ortoleva, Brownsburg submitted by Cindy McKinney, Danville submitted by Carolyn Kaflik, Avon submitted by Olivia Head, Brownsburg submitted by Debbie Abshier, Avon

Snickers & Shyloh Beans Bain & Mooney Ava & Lizzie submitted by Cindy McKinney, Danville submitted by Brenda Barnett, Brownsburg submitted by Robin Douglas, Danville submitted by Teri Veatch, Avon

Bearinger Chloe & Cassi Cletus & Charley Kizzy & Maggie Romeo submitted by Sheryl Sackett, Brownsburg submitted by Cheri Niemann, Brownsburg submitted by Oliva Head, Brownsburg submitted by Terry Miller, Avon submitted by Beth Ford, Avon

Mamie Loki submitted by Robin Douglas, Danville submitted by Victoria Gurrola, Plainfield

Max Jeckle Lucy Gracie submitted by Kristin Tsakrios, Avon submitted by Olivia Head, Brownsburg submitted by Judy Carson, Brownsburg submitted by Bryce Culverhouse, Avon October 1-13, 2017 16 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com Sponsored by PARK SQUARE MANOR • A Pet-Friendly Community Pet lovers issue 2017

Sprinkles Memphis Molly & Memphis Sadie Molly submitted by Sally Mason, Plainfield submitted by Susan Pineda, Plainfield submitted by Susan Pineda, Plainfield submitted by Janet Leimenstoll, Danville submitted by the Kramer family, Avon

Cali Caruso Cheyanne submitted by Lisa Majdak, Brownsburg submitted by Debbie Abshier, Avon submitted by Lisa Majdak, Brownsburg

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Milton Pippa submitted by Cara Ortoleva, Brownsburg submitted by Sheryl Sackett, Brownsburg

Kanani Molly Nugget Tiny submitted by Brenda Barnett, Brownsburg submitted by Cindy, Ronnie & Amy Coursey, Avon submitted by Olivia Head, Brownsburg submitted by Brenda Barnett, Brownsburg

Rufus, with Thomas Sadie Max Woodstock’s Firecracker Rebellion submitted by Olivia Head, Brownsburg submitted by Kathy Fast, Plainfield submitted by Ed & Jane Krakowski, Avon submitted by Bryce Culverhouse, Avon

Stewie Zoey Noah & Milly Zoey Pepper (lower) & Lucy submitted by Dave & Kathy Fast, Plainfield submitted by Sheryl Sackett, Brownsburg submitted by Ruth Bruemmer, Avon submitted by Chris Lynch, Avon submitted by submitted by Judy Carson, Brownsburg

Stinkie Samson submitted by Brenda Barnett, Brownsburg submitted by Laura Eggers

Sadie, Nala, Elmer & Tanner submitted by Jane Pfaffenberger, Avon

Louie Snickers St. Joesie submitted by Amy Lauth, Avon submitted by Jerry & Anita Miller, Danville submitted by Bryce Culverhouse, Avon October 1-13, 2017 18 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com VIEWS OUR ICONtoon THUMBS UP, VIEW THUMBS DOWN Resurrecting Halloween Minions and more. Danville’s an- Halloween approaches again and we nual “Scarecrows on the Square” implore residents not to turn off the porch has set the mood for fall. Con- light and cower behind drawn shades in grats to Caskey Affordable Dental Services hopes Hendricks County’s young ghouls for its winning tooth fairy scare-crow. and goblins pass by like ghosts in the night. As adults we have become obsessed with political correctness—don’t get us wrong— it pays to be PC as we navigate through The Fairground in Danville was countless social and professional interac- bustling during the annual Here tions, yet denying children candy on Hal- We Grow Again kids fall loween is a trick too far. consignment sale. Hundreds of new and We’ve heard it all: sweets are making our veteran parents were able to snag things children fat. It rots their teeth! Trick-or-treat- like discounted strollers and toys. 480 volun- ing makes them greedy. Halloween is not teers worked day and evening to organize Christian. It is all a conspiracy formulated by 101,000 items. That’s a lot of onesie size the candy and costume companies. And so sorting! on and so forth. Let’s just call a spade a spade. This is cheapskatism at its best (or worst). And over Sofa loafer Spotted in Pittsboro: Business the last few years, Hendricks County neigh- (As it might have been written by my wife, Mary Ellen) owner throwing nails in their borhoods have become barren of trick-or- own parking lot to deter other treaters. It’s a sad sight really. By Dick Wolfsie I’m back. Now, for you wives reading this, customers from parking in her lot. Tough We are sure that many of you remember Dick has been try to take a lesson from me on how im- HUMOR stuff. when little witches, Draculas and Jasons home this past portant it is to be a loving caretaker. “What, lined every sidewalk on Halloween night. week on the liv- Dick? You want another pillow? I’ll get you

Kids didn’t have to travel across town to ing room couch, recuperating from knee one. Here you go. Yes, it’s a down pillow. Cell phone bandits. Danville uppity neighborhoods like they do now, replacement surgery. I am his designated For 40 years all our pillows have been down Metro Police are looking for two knowing these homes are where you get coach, responsible for taking care of him pillows. But now, all of a sudden, you feel and ensuring that he does all the required like a foam rubber pillow? Well, not a prob- suspects who went into the exercises and maintains a healthy diet. I lem, let me just go down in the basement Casey’s gas station in Danville and took off Let’s just call a spade plan to do my job conscientiously. After all, crawl space and look through 25 years of with the clerk’s cell phone. It’s unclear what that’s what wives are for. cobwebs and see if there might be one. kind of calling plan they had. a spade. This is So, because I am a good wife, I’m pre- Here you go. MAYBE THIS WILL MAKE YOU pared to respond to anything Dick might HAPPY. Sorry, I mean: I sincerely hope this cheapskatism at its need. Uh, could you excuse me for a sec- makes you happy, Dear.” ond? He’s calling me. “Yes, of course, Sweet- Readers, I’m sorry for all these interrup- best (or worst). heart, I’ll get you a glass of water. That’s tions. But it’s very important to be support- QUOTE what I’m here for. There you go.” ive—“I’ll be right there, Dick. No, I didn’t the really good candy. But what choice have So, as I was about to say, my husband realize that a bulb in our cathedral ceiling we left them? is a very good patient and I’m sure that— was out. Actually, I never even noticed we “A strong, positive Kids should be able to loot candy from “What’s that, Dear? Yes, I got the water from had lights up there, but then I’m not lying their own neighborhoods. So do yourself the tap. Oh, you wanted bottled water? Of on my back with absolutely nothing to do self-image is the best and the kids a favor and show some com- course, that would be my pleasure. Funny, all day but think of things…Sorry, let me munity initiative. Buy a pumpkin. There is no you usually say bottled water is a big waste get a new bulb and then see if I can find possible preparation excuse for not being able to find a pumpkin of money. Let me just run to the store. I someone in the neighborhood with a 20- in Hendricks County. Have a bowl of candy want to be sure you are happy.” foot ladder.” for success.” ready. There is no need to get too fancy with Sorry for the interruption. Anyway, as I I must say that Dick has been very grate- the goods but remember that kids nowa- was saying, I think it’s important that a wife ful for all my help. He even told me the oth- days don’t usually go for tootsie rolls and show her love in any small way possible— er day that I was “irreplaceable.” That’s so ~ Joyce Brothers Werther’s Original anymore. Turn on the “What’s that? You want some tomato soup? sweet. I wish the doctor had felt that way front porch light. And if you really want to Of course, whatever your heart desires. about his knee. make sure trick-or-treaters enjoy their stop, There you go. Hot and delicious.” throw on an old costume. Now back to my point about a wife’s BELIEVE IT! commitment. Excuse me a sec, Dick is ring- One final step: check with your local law Dick Wolfsie lives in Indianapolis with his wife Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsen- enforcement agencies about curfews. Hal- ing the attendant bell again. “Yes, Dear, that of 33 years. Dick is usually in the basement sical laws on the books. Each issue, we’ll loween does fall on a Tuesday this year. was creamy tomato soup. No, I didn’t know trying to think up something funny to write. share one with you… We encourage residents follow these you wanted plain tomato soup. I’ll get it He can be reached at: [email protected]. In Ohio, it is illegal to fish for whales on Sun- steps and help resurrect one of best tradi- next time. You want it right now? I’ll just day. jump in the car and be back in a jiffy.” tions for America’s youth, Halloween! SOURCE: dumblaws.com #WHOPOWERSYOU

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In 1962, we put down roots in Hendricks County with a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Fifty-ﬁ ve years later, Hendricks Regional Health has grown into the full service health system we are today, with a breadth of award-winning comprehensive services available to our community. Our campuses have expanded to support the needs of Western and Central Indiana, and we are proud that our patients trust us to treat them like family. Our Emergency Departments in Danville and recent addition of our new Hendricks Regional Health Brownsburg Hospital, opening in December, further our mission in providing increased access to care close to home. We’re expanding our roots regionally. That’s because we believe in building a stronger health system that truly puts our patients, and our community, ﬁ rst. Learn about our emergency services at HENDRICKS.ORG/EMERGENCY. David Farman, MD Medical Director of Emergency Medicine

In 1962, we put down roots in Hendricks County with a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Fifty-ﬁ ve years later, Hendricks Regional Health has grown into the full service health system we are today, with a breadth of award-winning comprehensive services available to our community. Our campuses have expanded to support the needs of Western and Central Indiana, and we are proud that our patients trust us to treat them like family. Our Emergency Departments in Danville and recent addition of our new Hendricks Regional Health Brownsburg Hospital, opening in December, further our mission in providing increased access to care close to home. We’re expanding our roots regionally. That’s because we believe in building a stronger health system that truly puts our patients, and our community, ﬁ rst. Learn about our emergency services at HENDRICKS.ORG/EMERGENCY. October 14-31, 2017 22 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com IT’S GOLDEN Robotic Pets are Big Hit at American Senior Communities

American Senior Commu- Meaningful Day activity program. The pro- nities has added another re- gram addresses eight domains of wellness source to its array of innova- necessary for a resident’s well-being. The tive practices - robotic pets. program focuses on each resident’s physi- The dogs and cats look, feel cal, intellectual, spiritual, creative, social, and act like real pets. They emotional, environmental and occupation- bark or purr and respond to being patted al domain of wellness. when sensors detect the petting mo-tion. Residents’ days are built around mak- The dog wags its tail and the cat turns over ing sure each of these areas is filled, Grott on its back. And when dinner or potty time said. The pets can potentially address mul- arrive, these pets are no problem. tiple domains. Clinicians see decreases in “They don’t demand a thing, but provide respira-tion, heartbeat, blood pressure and lots of love,” said one of the residents of anxiety when the resident is petting and an American Senior Communities loca- connect-ing with the pet. tion where the pets are a hit. Brownsburg Meadows Assisted Living American Senior Communities has in- Memory Care Facilitator Helen Gebar said corporated the pets into daily living at lo- the pets take residents back to a time in cations across Indiana. While the pets are their lives when they were younger and mostly made available to memory care resi- had pets. “It provides that comfort and dents, which includes those with Alzheim- those memories are brought back,” said er’s disease and other forms of dementia, Gebar. post-acute care residents also are pleased Grott said once the pet is introduced to by the pets. the community, it’s always on someone’s Brownsburg Meadows Assisted Living residents Gayle Godfrey and Blanche Cunningham are amused by the Memory care staff tell of nonverbal resi- lap. “Our residents take to the pets almost robotic pets. Photo submitted dents who, after interacting with the pet, immediately,” said Grott. “They name the smile and sometimes speak. For those in pets, take turns deciding who cares for the utilized in American Senior Communi-ties Senior Communities, go to www.ASCSenior- post-acute care, the pets can trigger a calm- pets, and most of all they find a lot of joy in locations. When live animals are not imme- Care.com. ing effect. just being with the pets.” diately available, robotic pets are an innova- Compiled by Eunice Trotter, Memory Care Specialist Corinne Brown Many American Senior Communities lo- tive and effective alternative. American Senior Communities Grott said the pets are used as part of ASC’s cations allow live pets. Pet therapy is also For more information about American

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If a senior you love lives in coloring books are quite popular. They not an assisted living community, only encourage creativity, but can also be you no doubt understand the a relaxing activity for people of all ages. importance of family visits. So grab some crayons, colored pencils, or Of course, weekend trips to markers and get to work. Staying in the lines Grandma or Grandpa’s house not required! might look a little different now that they Puzzles. Brain games are a great way to live in an assisted living community. But it’s have fun and stimulate your gray matter. important to include grandchildren, even Jigsaw puzzles are always a crowd pleaser. If there’s room, set up a small table in the Weekend trips to corner with a puzzle that you can work on together each visit. Grandma or Grandpa’s Chapter books. Everyone loves a good house might look a little cliffhanger, right? Choose an exciting book, perhaps one that features an adventure different now that they story, and have a family member read a live in an assisted living chapter every visit. Young grandchildren will be intrigued by a good plot—and it’s yet an- community. other reason to look forward to a visit with Grandma or Grandpa! the youngest ones, in these visits. Arts and crafts. Hands-on activities are a This is why we’ve pulled together a few great way to keep minds and hands active fun intergenerational activities your entire during a family visit. Pick a simple craft idea family can enjoy together. that is easy for both little hands and senior Intergenerational Activities for Assisted hands to work on. Living Residents Nature walks. If the assisted living com- Here are a few ways to enjoy an intergen- munity has landscaped grounds, take a walk erational family visit to an assisted living together. Fresh air and exercise are a won- community: derful combination. It also allows the fam- Board games. Technology may have cap- ily to meet and socialize with their se-nior tured most kids’ attention in recent years, loved one’s friends and neighbors. but board games can still be fun for families. Look at photo albums. Another enjoy- Whether it’s a rollicking round of Monopoly able pastime for families is looking through or quiet, strategic moves made in a chess old family photos. Seniors and young chil- match, board game can make the hours fly dren alike will enjoy the trip down memory by. lane. Coloring books. That’s right – coloring Compiled by books aren’t just for kids anymore! Adult Park Square Manor October 14-31, 2017 24 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com COMMUNITYCOMMUNITY ICONography Reining in the fall harvest

For most of opening weekend, the weather was great during the Heartland Apple Festival at Beasley’s Orchard, Danville. However, wind and rain appeared last Sunday afternoon. But that didn’t deter fami-lies from enjoying live music, games, rides and a variety of fall harvest goods. We would like to share a few of our favorite photos from the Heartland Apple Festival Sunday, Oct. 8 for this edition of ICONogra-phy. The Heartland Apple Festival is going again this weekend, Oct. 14 and 15 at Beasley’s Orchard, 2304 E. Main St., Danville. The price of admission is $5. For more information, contact Jim Finley at (317) 745-4876.

Photos by Chris Cornwall

Above: The wind picks up as two-year-old Ivy listens to Indiana Boys with parents The rain didn’t deter local kids from conquering the towering haystack set up dur- Emily and Sonny at Beasley’s Heartland Apple Festival, Oct. 8, 2017. ing the festival. It offered a grand view of Beasley’s Orchard. Below: Landen Moore (13) and dad Tyler, of Avon, play a friendly game of teth- erball at Beasley’s Heartland Apple Festival.

Guests were able to purchase pumpkins from a vendor or pick out their own from a pumpkin patch. October 2017 Teacher of Mrs. Strahle by Simon Borem St. Malachy Parish School the Month Second Grade

St. Malachy teacher sweetens math with cupcake examples Mrs. Strahle is cool, awesome and talks a lot about cupcakes. She is funny because in math instead of circles she calls them cupcakes. If we forget something, then she helps us, (like lunch sticks). Also, she doesn’t give us extra homework which makes me happy! Sometimes in math she lets us skip one and play the game instead. Mrs. Strahle is so nice and the best of all teachers! Heather Painter , Simon Borem and Mrs. Strahle

Kids, send your name, address and telephone number, along with a 100-word summary of why your teacher should be honored as the Chick-Fil-A/Hendricks County Icon Teacher of the Month, to [email protected]. The deadline for nominations for the November 2017 Teacher of the Month is October 31. Your teacher will receive special recognition plus your class will win a lunch party compliments of Chick-fil-A (Avon/Plainfield). Please take time to nominate a deserving teacher from Hendricks County.

Chick-fil-A (Avon/Plainfield) is the official ICON Teacher of the Month Lunch Party supplier

At right, photos of students in Mrs. Strahle’s second grade class at St. Malachy Parish School enjoying a party provided by Chick-Fil-A! October 14-31, 2017 26 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com

EVENTSCalendar Studio-Z to give thrilling EVENTSCalendar

21 Saturday ______performance Oct. 28 28 Saturday ______Fall Colors Festival Hallowellness 5k Walk & Run 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | McCloud Nature Park, Studio Z will host Community Zom- help feed local kids. 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Hendricks County 8518 Hughes Rd., North Salem | Celebrate bie Day Saturday, Oct. 28, 11 a.m. – 1p.m. “We have such a need in the community,” 4-H Fairgrounds, 1900 E Main St., Danville | the beautiful autumn foliage, try your hand at 2605 East Main Street, Plainfield. The she said. “We decided to have everyone This chip-timed race is perfect for seasoned at archery, climb a tree, throw an atlatl fitness-dance club is once again putting come and eat.” runners, families and groups. RaceMaker (an ancient hunting weapon), decorate a on a free performance of Michael Jackson’s Z-Force will also have Halloween games, Productions is supporting the organization pump-kin, operate a cider press, explore the Thriller dance to celebrate Halloween. The zombie clothes and make-up, including of this event. Cost is $25 per individual, $80 heron-themed prairie maze, take a hayride performance starts at noon and Studio Z spray on blood donated by Party City, not for a family of four. (nomi-nal fee) Appropriate for all ages. Free. encourages anyone interested in learning to mention hats and scarfs available for kids Price includes a t-shirt, medal, treats and For more information, call (317) 718-6188. the dance call (317) 370-8921 for more in- needing some extra warmth during cold fun. To register or for more information, visit formation. weather. hendricks.org/hallowellness. 21 Saturday ______Studio Z owner Mary East they have 40 Haunted Hargrave Hall dancers already participating 29 Sunday ______7 - 11 p.m. | Hargrave Gym, 49 N. Wayne St., in the dance. Hendricks Symphony Presents Len Danville | Come see if you have what it takes “Anyone can partici-pate; Cheatham and Friends to survive those who Haunt Hargrave Hall. we have moms, husbands 3 – 5 p.m. | Bartlett Chapel United Meth- For more information, call (317) 745-3015. and grand-mothers,” East odist Church, 4396 East Main Street, Avon | said. Leonard Cheatham, Principal Cellist of the 28 Saturday ______“This will be out eighth Hendricks Symphony Orchestra under the Astronomy year performing the dance. direction of Benjamin G. Del Vecchio. Mr. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. | 8518 Hughes Rd., North It all started be-cause I was Cheatham will be joined by other musicians Salem | Learn to identify and observe ce- searching for a fun way to from the Hendricks Symphony Orchestra. lestial objects in the deep night sky above raise money to help local For an afternoon of spectacular classical McCloud Nature Park. The Indiana Astro- kids enjoy Halloween and music, come to the free concert by Leonard nomical Society will present a brief informa- then it sort of took off. Ev- Cheatham. Free. For more information, call tional session, rain or shine, describing the erybody that wants to learn (517) 403-8379. celestial objects to be observed, followed by Thriller can come for free.” outdoor stargazing under clear skies only. Community Zombie Day Learn to use the powerful telescopes pro- is about more than just the vided to share, or bring your own. Appropri- Thriller Dance says East. She ate for all ages, and no advance registration also start ed Z-Force, a non- Owner of Studio-Z Mary East dressed as a zombie. is required. For more information, call (317) profit that donates food to Photo by Chris Cornwall 718-6188. 28-29 Sat & Sun ______Beasley’s Dog Daze at the Maze Noon – 4 p.m. | Beasley’s Orchard, 2304 Trick-or-Treat at the Library E. Main St., Danville | The mission of Dog Daze at the Maze is to raise money and Avon-Washington Twp. Public Library Clayton /Liberty Township Public Library Plainfield Guilford Township Library gain awareness for local rescue groups as 498 North Avon Ave. 5199 Iowa Street 1120 Stafford Rd. Plainfield. well as to offer a day of fun and good times Oct 31.—All day Oct. 31—6:30- 8 p.m. Oct. 26—5:30-7:30 p.m. for pet seekers, pet owners and their pets Wear your costume and get a treat. Come wind your way through the li- Pacers Fan Van, Monster Mini Golf alike. Beasley’s encourages pet owners to brary and receive lots of treats. Wear and more. Staff will be giving out bring their pets along for a final adventure Brownsburg Public Library your best costume and bring some- goodies. through the 8-acre corn maze. Anyone seek- 450 South Jefferson thing to carry all of you goodies ing a pet is invited to come visit the many Oct. 31—1-7 p.m. rescue groups that have adoptables need- Halloween Book Hop with stations Danville-Center Township Public Library ing loving homes. Also see pet costume inspired by different books with fun ac- 101 S Indiana St. contests, delicious food, pet supply vendors, tivities and treats. Oct. 26—6-7:30 p.m. Hayrides to the Pumpkin Patch, The Barn- Monster Bash. Journey through the yard Bonanza Family Activity Area, Face pumpkin patch There will be Hallow- Painting and The Corn Maze. Beasley’s do- een games, face painting, crafts, and nates 50 percent of the proceeds from this treats. event to support the efforts of local animal rescue groups. For more information, call (317) 745-4876. 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BEHIND THE BEAN OPA! OPA! Baklava Martini The Great Organ Spook-tacular Oct. 28 7900 E US Hwy 36, Avon Rim martini glass with house made (317) 707-7513 Baklava syrup The Plainfield United Methodist Church of the Opera, The Wizard of Oz and much Bartender: Shaker: Concert Series, a community arts program more. The concert follows immediately after Bri Gibbs, Danville Fill with ice presented by Plainfield United Methodist the church’s Trunk or Treat event in the East 1 oz Smirnoff Church, will next feature a family-friendly parking lot. Children are invited to dress in Faith Toole is our Hendricks County 2 individual Halloween concert on Saturday, Oct. 28, costume and trick-or-treat in the parking Foodie. She can be reached at Hazelnut Creamer 6:00 p.m. The event is free and all are wel- lot before bringing the entire family in to [email protected]. 3 Individual Half & come, there are no tickets. The Great Organ the church for the kid- and family-friendly Follow on Instagram and Twitter @ Half Spook-tacular” features music of a spooky concert at 6:00 p.m. Trunk-or-Treat activities HCICON_foodie #HCICONfoodie Squeeze of honey and seasonal nature performed on the new also include a bounce-house, games, and 2.5 oz Frangelico pipe organ. The program includes mu-sic door prizes. PUMC is located at 600 Sim- from Harry Potter, the smash Broadway mons Street, Plainfield. For more informa- hit Wicked, plus music from The Phantom tion visit pumc.org or call (317) 839.2319. October 14-31, 2017 28 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com LIFESTYLE Fall didn’t come early - it’s a ICONICARTS mini-drought and time to start watering “Make an Impression” By John Chapin GARDENING All of Hen- is impressive dricks County is ByPeg McRoy Glover experiencing drought conditions. Even with Make an Impression is a visual art show nal piec-es of art in the genres of painting, the recent welcome rainfall, the area is offi- that provides an opportunity for young art- photogra-phy, ceramics, sculpture or mixed cially in a “moderate drought”. It’s even more ists in Hendricks County to showcase their media. severe in many parts of the county. Normal art and be awarded scholarship money. The first two years Bread of Life Church rains stopped at the end of July, and as the It began three years ago when eighty- in Avon offered their gallery at no charge. map clearly illustrates, there is a narrow year-old Dodi Willoughby Nichols, from Rus-selburg reflects, “I looked around for band of the state, including our county, that Mount Vernon, Missouri, passed away leav- spaces to house the show but every place has received less than an inch of precipita- ing $2,500 to the Hendricks County Arts had a price. I didn’t want to lower the win- tion in the past nine weeks, less than a half- Council. She was an artist who had once nings by paying rent. I asked if Bread of Life inch in many parts. Even with the scattered lived and taught in Hendricks County. She Church would be interested in hosting it. but infrequent showers, most non-watered wanted these funds to go directly to young They loved the idea and offered its space lawns in the area are brown, the grass hav- artists in Hendricks County. rent free!” ing gone dormant. The board designated $1,700 to create The one disadvantage at Bread of Life supplemental water, too. For larger areas, an art show and award promising young Gallery was that the show could only be use a sprinkler that will cover a good por- artists with scholarships. The balance of the exhibited for one night. This year Laura tion of the plantings. Put a can or bucket funds was utilized to create art workshops Appleby, library gallery coordinator at the “If you value your to catch water, and keep watering until it for children. Plainfield-Guilford Township Library, offered collects at least an inch, or even two if you All the seed money for Make an Impres- the library’s gallery for the event allowing landscaping and haven’t watered in weeks. For smaller yard sion was awarded the first year. Subsequent the art work to be displayed for a month. trees, set an open hose at the base and let scholarships are generated through spon- An opening night reception in the gallery lawns, start a serious it run for at least 20 minutes at a steady sorships and donations. will begin at 6 p.m., Friday, Nov 10. Perfor- rate to really flood the base of the tree. For Brian Russelburg, board member and lo- mances by the Plainfield Belles and Beaus watering schedule.“ large trees, set a sprinkler to soak as much cal artist, immediately volunteered to curate and the Triwest Choir will be presented. of the area under the canopy, again at least the county-wide art show and competition. Light refreshments will be served. 2”. Evergreens will need even more water He reached out to art teachers in Hendricks The Plainfield-Guilford Township Library than deciduous trees. Repeat this watering County high schools. is located at 1120 Stafford Road. Visit face- Many have remarked that fall is early weekly, more often if you can, until we get Russelburg remembers, “Many of those book.com/makeaimpressionartshow for this year, seeing that trees are showing color some heavy rainfall totals. teachers were skeptical but liked the idea. more information. The event is free and and dropping leaves. Don’t be fooled. This Ever since the really severe state-wide Make an Impression was created to ad- open to the public. is the trees’ reaction to the drought. They drought in 2012, the first in decades, parts vance, make known, encourage and reward aren’t receiving enough water to support a of the state, including Hendricks County stu-dent artists in their pursuit of the visual Peg McRoy Glover is vice-president of the full leaf canopy, so are dropping leaves in have had “mini-droughts” of a month to six arts.” The past two years approximately Hendricks County Arts Council, as well as an effort to survive. If we don’t receive good weeks of abnormally dry conditions. These 300 visi-tors viewed the show and this year a freelance writer. She may be contacted rains this fall, permanent damage will be ev- have occurred in different months and, prom-ises even more visitors. at [email protected] or info@ ident next spring. Likewise, dormant lawns fortunately, have always been followed by Teachers select the participating stu- hendrickscountyarts.org can survive about six weeks without water, heavy rains. Last year, we had virtually no dents. Each student may submit two origi- but after that the grass will start to die. It’s rain from the end of May till the end of June, crucial to water at least an inch per week or, then we had the second-wettest July on rec- at the least, there will be patches of dead ord! Wet spring weather has been helpful, grass needing reseeding next spring. but false comfort. We are officially ahead of Foundation shrubs and yard trees need normal precipitation this year because of a wet spring, but that doesn’t make the current mini-drought, record in length, any less serious. If you value your landscaping and lawns, start a serious watering schedule. We Progressive Euchre need lots of rain to make up for the deficit, and the long-range forecast is for “normal Tournament precipitation” this fall, so watering is crucial. 2nd Friday Each Month at 7 p.m. Good luck! Park Square Manor John Chapin is a retired school teacher and 6990 E County Road 100 N, Avon sole proprietor of Chapin Landscaping in Donations accepted — refreshments provided Danville. He has over 30 years’ experience in Proceeds benefit Kiwanis Club of Avon the landscaping business. For questions, email For more information, contact John at [email protected].” This award-winning art created by Alex Wiles from Triwest High School for last year’s exhibit, demonstrates the high caliber [email protected] or call (317) 272-7300. of art work submitted by students to Make an Impression. 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How do you recommend coping with a be overwhelming. you find those priorities are not receiving with your medical provider. Lastly, don’t new cancer diagnosis? the bulk of your time and energy, make overlook your family and friends who of- • Find an outlet for your stress. Journal- The shock of a new cancer diagnosis adjustments to bring those into align- fer to help. Whether it’s an offer to cook a ing, listening to music, praying, talking affects people in many ways. Here’s what ment. meal or run an errand, learn to say, “Yes, with a friend and exercising are I recommend to help patients and loved that would be great. Thank you.” all healthy options. ones feel in control: Where can I find support? Curious if a health myth is true? Inter- • Gather information about the diagno- How can I learn to The best place to ested in learning the how’s and why’s of sis from your care team and reliable adjust to my “new start is with your medicine? Email questions to suburbspr@ websites. normal?” medical provider. iuhealth.org to have your question fea- Throughout • Communicate clearly with your medi- By being direct tured in this column and answered by one treatment, priori- cal team. Write questions down in and specific about of the highly skilled experts at IU Health ties, family roles advance of your appointments, bring your needs, your West Hospital. and professional someone with you and seek a second medical provider roles tend to shift. opinion if necessary. can connect you Once treatment to helpful resourc- • Don’t be afraid to ask family and ends, some of es, such as social friends for help and support. those roles may workers, nurse navi- readjust again. As • Know your benefits. Talk to your Hu- gators and support Michelle Hoy, oncology social worker at IU you adjust to your man Resource department about dis- groups. It’s important Health West Hospital life during and after ability and leave benefits. Encourage to know that anxiety and cancer, learn to be inten- those who will be caring for you to do depression are not uncom- tional. Make sure you spend the same. mon when dealing with cancer. time and energy on what you truly • Organize your medical bills. The finan- Be open to discussing these feelings cial impact of a cancer diagnosis can value. Make a list of your top priorities. If

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Avon’s Maple Elementary named National Blue Ribbon School U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos recognized 342 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2017. Maple Elementary, part of the Avon Community School Corporation, is one of seven schools in Indiana to receive this honor. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups. They look at both public and private elementary, middle and high schools where students achieve very high learning standards or are making notable improvements in closing the achievement gap. On Nov. 6-7, the Secretary and the Department of Educa- tion will celebrate with these honorees at an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C.

ACSC gets a nearly 800k grant from Lilly Avon Community School Corporation (ACSC) has received a grant of $792,005 from Lilly Endowment Inc. as part of the Endowment’s Comprehensive Counseling Initiative for In- diana K-12 students. The initiative is designed to help schools across the state strengthen counseling programs and to develop the best models to address the academic, college, career, and social and emotional counseling needs of students. Avon is one of 52 public school corporations and five charter schools in Indiana selected for the grant. ACSC plans to use the money to hire school counselors, add curriculum, and purchase a data system to keep track of student academics and behaviors. Photo submitted Charlie, son of Pittsboro Police Department Officer Nick Webber poses with dad and the rest of the department before its National Night Out event, Tuesday, Oct. 3 at Scamahorn Park.

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FOR THE RECORD HC OBITUARIES AVON Shirley J. (Crawford) Grounds John M. “Johnny” Thurman PITTSBORO Shirley J. (Crawford) Grounds, 82, passed away John M. “Johnny” Thurman, 58, passed away Kathy Ellen Nidey Oct. 1, 2017. She was born Sept. 25, 1935. Services Sept. 28, 2017. He was born Sept. 26, 1959. Private Dale E. McLane Kathy Ellen Nidey, 59, passed away Sept. 28, were held Oct. 5 at New Maysville Cemetery. services will be held at a later date. Dale E. McLane, 67, passed away Sept. 29, 2017. 2017. She was born Feb. 4, 1958. Services were pri- He was born Aug. 7, 1950. Services were held Oct. vate. 4 at David A. Hall Mortuary, Pittsboro. BROWNSBURG DANVILLE PLAINFIELD Lisa Marie Durham Berkey John Richard Bull Bertha Marie Black Lisa Marie Durham Berkey, 53, passed away John Richard Bull, 79, passed away Sept. 28, Bertha Marie Black, 97, passed away Oct. 5 Sept. 28, 2017. She was born Dec. 10, 1963. Ser- 2017. He was born July 28, 1938. Services were 2017. She was born Aug. 15, 1920. Services were vices were held Oct. 3 at Bethesda Baptist Church, held Oct. 1 at the Baker Funeral Home, Danville. held Oct. 8 at Clayton Christian Church, Clayton. Brownsburg. Christine Rhea Wise Suzanne “Susie” Durell Early Action for Lewis Dean Esenwein Christine Rhea Wise, 96, passed away Oct. 4, Suzanne “Susie” Durell, 86, passed away Oct. 2, Lewis Dean Esenwein, 82, passed away on Oct. 2017. She was born Jan. 31, 1931. Services were 2017. She was born June 7, 1931. Services were Autism community 2, 2017. He was born Jan. 22, 1935. Private services held Oct. 7 at Baker Funeral Home, Danville. held Oct. 7 at the Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home, are scheduled for a later date. Plainfield. panel Oct. 25 Barry G. Horning Arnold E. Myers Barry G. Horning, 62, passed away Sept. 26, 2017. James A. Lewis III Kiwanis Club of Plainfield will host “3 Arnold E. Myers, 82, passed away Sept. 27, 2017. He was born Sept. 30, 1955. There will be no services. James A. Lewis III, 74, passed away Oct. 4, 2017. Wishes: Early Action for Autism: a com- He was born Sept. 8, 1935. He served in the U.S He was born Feb. 28, 1943. Services were held Oct. munity panel on autism and the new ini- Army. Services with Military Honors were held Oct. Kenneth R. Rayl 8, 2017 at Conkle Funeral Home, Avon. tiative from Riley Hospital for Children,” 8 in the Brownsburg American Legion Post #331. Kenneth R. Rayl, 73, passed away Sept. 23, 2017. Wednesday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m. at the Plain- He was born Nov. 1, 1943. Services were held Sept. Ralph E. Price William F. Potts Sr. 26 at Weaver & Randolph Funeral Home, Danville. Ralph E. Price, 98, passed away Sept. 21, 2017. field Rec Center, 651 Vestal Road. Guest William F. Potts Sr., 83, passed away on Sept. 29, He was born Oct. 12, 1918. He was a veteran of the speakers will include Dr. Nancy Swigon- 2017. He was born Aug. 24, 1934. Services were United States Army Air Corp during WWII. Services ski, IU School of Medicine; Joel Thacker, held Oct. 3 at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg. were held Sept. 26 at Christ Church, Plainfield. Fire Chief for PFT; and a special education teacher from the Plainfield Commu- HendricksCLAYTON County obituaries are printed free of charge and published twice a month. Funeral directors are encouraged to send nity School District. For more informa- obituaries and photos to [email protected]. tion, call (317) 450-5734.

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Five books that have had an impact on you: n The Bible - best blueprint for how to live well Brownsburg orthodontist Dr. Jayme Adelsperger n Outliers: The story of success by Malcolm Gladwell shares her game plan for effectiveness as a mother, n The Big Picture by Tony Horton professional and community volunteer n Grit by Angela Duckworth By Lindsay Doty 4:30 a.m.: Alarm goes off. Dr. Jayme coming into a community being the young separate the roles of mom and orthodontist, n The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Adelsperger wants to work out before her person,” she remembers. “In my first month, I the 46-year-old says her maternal side has by Steven Covey day begins. had four patients. So, it was slim pickings.” helped her practice, considering 70 percent 5:30 a.m.: Coffee and a shower. She worked the few contacts she had of her patients are kids and teenagers. Shortcuts that help balance it all: 6:00 a.m. Quick check to see if her two and hit the pavement networking with “I think they kind of see me as mom or n Healthy food prep on weekends like cutting girls are up and getting ready for school. other dentists, volunteering at schools and a teacher. A lot of them will call me Mrs. veggies and stocking the freezer with go-to 6:30 a.m. Adelsperger is out the door. Her getting involved in her new community. Adelsperger which is super cute. So, I think staple meals like veggie burgers. husband makes sure the girls get on the Over time, she was able to build her I connect with them on that level and get n Hiring a cleaning lady. school bus. practice. During the “growing years,” she also them to do things I want them to do… like 6:45 a.m. Team meeting at her practice, had two girls (now a 7th grader and high wear their rubber bands.” n Working out early in the morning or when Adelsperger Orthodontics in Brownsburg, school sophomore). She credits a trusty And when it comes to patient the kids are in bed. with her staff of 11 women before patients babysitter and an amazing husband—he relationships and hiring, she believes in the n Leaving work at work as much as possible begin arriving for appointments, something grocery shops and cooks!—as key to the age-old Golden Rule: Treat others like you and having a day to be “mom” during the that continues for the rest of the day. balance. would like you would want to be treated. school week helps. 5:30 p.m. Back at home (provided the “I’m very lucky in that department. He’s “I have learned over the years to hire girls don’t have any scheduled sports or unreal. I can’t say enough wonderful things positive people. You can teach skills, but you school events) the family enjoys a healthy about him.” can’t teach people to be nice,” she adds. How Dr. Adelsperger dinner together. As a group, they like to With time management and a sense of To spread that same message, do stuff outdoors like hiking and weekend humor, they made it work. Adelsperger is also involved with local did it: triathlons. “The two of us are both partially insane,” schools and nonprofits, like Habit of the No, this isn’t a biography of a “doctorbot.” laughs Adelsperger. Heart that helps area children and families What’s the best advice you ever While Dr. Jayme Adelsperger may seem like In 2007, she moved her practice into a in need. received? a Supermom, she’s pretty realistic about the new office that she had designed. She felt “I think everybody can give back in some No one is in charge of your happiness crazy professional/personal balance that so like things were in balance, both personally way, it doesn’t have to be money, it can be except you and “whatever you do, work many families strive for. The orthodontist and professionally. your time,” she said. at it with all your heart, as working for and mother of two admits: it’s never all “My kids were getting a little older and it And no matter what’s on her busy the Lord and not for men.” Col.3:23 perfect. was just all coming together. Every stage of agenda, time management—and an open “Trust me. I go to bed sometimes life has something cool, but I think I kind of mind— seem to keep the balance. Best business decision I ever made: with dirty dishes in the sink. There were felt like, Ah, I don’t have to struggle so much “I think you can have it all, but I think you To hire a team full of positive, happy nights where my house was a disaster. I now. I kind of had it figured out.” have to be a realist and realize that your life people. I can teach skills, but it is close know people say I have some perfect life To keep that balance, she’s had to make is not going to be a Pinterest board.” to impossible to teach someone to be sometimes, but I hide my crazy well,” she adjustments along the way. When the But if it was, we’d say she “nailed it.” kind. laughs. business was established enough, the busy Worst advice you ever received? The Indiana native is living out her dental mom (who says at times she was sleep I had a guy I dated for a bit in college dreams. After her own experience with deprived) started taking Fridays off to spend ask why I wanted to go to dental school, braces as a kid, she became fascinated with more time with didn’t I want a family? My dad always the process. She was encouraged by her her girls. told me I could do anything and I think pediatric dentist (who happened to be the “These to some degree if you plan well you can first female dentist in the state) to study people need have it all! hard and pursue a career in orthodontics. me and I want Flash forward to 1998. Fresh out of desperately to In five years I want to… Indiana University School of Dentistry, be their mother have raised two independent, happy Adelsperger and her husband (an oral as well as be an girls and enjoy watching them blossom surgeon whom she met at dental school— orthodontist as adults. Hopefully, John and I have yes, their kids will have good teeth) decided and I don’t think more travel adventures planned as well! to set up their life in the Indianapolis area. I can do both Adelsperger made the decision to start things well E X her own practice in a small leased office in without dialing T Brownsburg, the second shop in town at the it back a little R time. bit,” she said. A “It was a struggle for the first five years. Although Dr. As originally appeared in the October 2017 Orthodontics is very a referral-based Adelsperger issue of Hendricks County Business Leader. business. I was young and it was hard does her best to Dr. Jayme Adelsperger Photo by Rick Myers October 14-31, 2017 Hendricks County ICON 35 DOUGH Business Leader Extra myhcicon.com Open 4 Biz Open 4 Biz

21-year-old to deliver ByDashboards Jim Ittenbach – why bother? Leaders love dashboards, and sit-down restaurant food to why not? They provide transparent evidence of goal achievement – or do they? Unfortunately, local doorsteps many performance dashboards By Chris Cornwall are merely a composite of Danville native Alek Cunningham graphical depictions that foster recently started his own restaurant-food both positive and negative delivery service called Danville Eats, the first consequences. While more of its kind for the area. Although he is only good outcomes are achieved 21-years-old, he says he has already had all than not, the effort is too often the advantages needed to get the business underwhelming; they frequently off the ground: delivery experience, a fall woefully short of potential working car, and the drive to succeed. or invoke cost additives that exceed gain wrong, but the organization must be able to Businesses similar to Danville Eats have potential. track and calculate the cost to deliver over popped up over the years, beginning with Ensuring desired outcomes depends the length of the relationship. Profitable larger cities like Chicago. They provide upon the inclusion of two key ingredients: organizations must be able to determine customers with an alternative to pizza 1) Evidence-based “value” contribution the sustaining value of the effort – simply when ordering out. And since pizza was for each measurement and 2) Evidence- put, what is the payback? Capturing just about the only food in the Danville based understanding of the true drivers customers just may be cheaper that keeping available for delivery, Cunningham saw the that influence change. I know … “Thanks, them. potential in being the first to offer more Captain Obvious!” We have been working with many options. Yet, too often the dashboard clients on developing associated, Delivering pizza, however, has given him performance scores are derived from reinvention strategies that expand the some valuable experience. Cunningham industry standards or “normative” data customer relationship by cross-selling delivered pies for Pizza Hut, Danville and points like net promoter, satisfaction, partnered services/products. Expanding Pizzaville, Avon for a few years. He said this value, willingness to return, tenure, churn, the value imbedded within a relationship helped him learn to navigate the area, like Alex Cunningham, owner/operator of resturant contacts, transactions, sales, etc. While drives true margin into the relationship which roads to use during rush hour, or the delivery business Danville Eats. each of these can be valid metrics, none over an extended timeline. The premise nuances of each neighborhood. Photo By Chris Cornwall contribute to organizational sustainability is that value-based co-services have Cunningham’s first challenge will be unless they definitively support a keen imbedded price elasticity and become adding local restaurants to his network. What are a few things that could help understanding of which actions deliver “sticky” cohesion. Now that would be a And although hopes to hire a team of your business? appreciable “value” to the consumer as well great dashboard metric. How deep is the drivers, he’ll be relying on himself for the Building up my customer base as the organization’s competitive longevity. relationship beyond the core business near future. It will be an uphill climb, but he and gaining more support from local Value equals effort, minus cost, divided proposition? Creating multiple value-based has already taken the first step that so many restaurants. by sustaining contribution. Undoubtedly, relationships drives scalable profitability, talk about and never do, he started his own many factors contribute value by promoting lessens price sensitivity and ultimately business. What do you envision for the future of customer loyalty, profitability and longevity. fosters sustainable competitive longevity. your business? Conversely, some customer relationships Live Long & Prosper. Describe your business in one sentence? I envision a good business serving the eventually end up with costly fulfillment We deliver sit-down restaurant food to Jim Ittenbach is owner of SMARI, a research town, helping it out with more than just activities that aren’t sustainable for the Danville area customers. company, and he offers insights based in his deliveries. organization. It seems that today’s marketing pundits years conducting research. Why did you want to open your own are promoting personalized pampering business? that delivers on-demand satisfaction at Restaurant food delivery has really every customer touchpoint. Not that this is taken off in other areas, but we didn’t have anything like that in Danville so I saw it as Danville Eats an opportunity to provide local residents (317) 563-1830 Teens to debate at Respect Life annual with a new service. Hours: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. facebook.com/danvileeats/ What advice would you give to someone speakers program Oct. 25 starting their own business? St. Susanna’s Respect Life Ministry will cuss the club’s battle with Carmel High It’s not going to be easy, but there are present the annual October Respect Life School last school year over their free- resources available that you can take Speakers program. This year speakers So- dom of speech to hang a Pro-Life banner. advantage of. I recommend using Score E phia and Alana Tragesser will talk about They will also discuss the event, its out- for people just starting because they offer X “The Fight for Pro-Life at Carmel High come, and what they learned from this advice for small business entrepreneurs. T School” on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m., experience. Light refreshments will be -Editor’s note: For more information R in the Parish Center East at St. Susanna available at 6:30 p.m. before the presen- about Score, visit indianapolis.score.org. A Church, 1210 E. Main Street, Plainfield. tation. For more information, call (317) As originally appeared in the October 2017 Sophia and Alana, members of Carmel 839-8598. issue of Hendricks County Business Leader. High School’s Teens for Life Club, will dis- October 14-31, 2017 36 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com SOCIETY

Inaugural Stories of Hope Gala raises 36k

The inaugural Stories of Hope Gala fundraiser, presented by Hope Health-care Services, was held Sept. 30 at the Dallara IndyCar Factory in Speed-way, IN. With America Health Network leading the way, the gala was made possible by sponsors which provided $23,000 for the event. The Stories of Hope Gala raised $36,560 through ticket sales and donations to be used for the continuing operation of Hope Healthcare Services in Avon. The key note address was delivered by retired General David Wilmot, former deputy surgeon general for the Army National Guard. For more information about Hope Healthcare Services, visit.myhope- health.org or call (317) 272-0708.

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Baynx Stirling and Colton East Keith and Cathy Adams Michele and Brian Myers Jen and Dave Massey

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‘Gambling in Gotham’ for Susie’s Place

Last year, Susie’s Place, which opened in Avon in 2009 and has locations in Bloomington and Terre Haute, conducted more than a thousand cases inves- tigating child abuse and neglect in those communities. On Oct. 7, sup-porters gathered to help continue SP’s mission with a Superhero Celebra-tion - ‘Gam- bling in Gotham’ - at the Country Club of Indianapolis. As of press time it was not know how much the event raised, but if fun was any indicator it was a tremendous financial success. Sponsors of the event were Mantooth Insurance, Hendricks Regional Health, Erie Insurance and Im-pact Insurance Restoration. For more information about Susie’s Place, visit susiesplace.org or call (317) 272- 5696. Kelly and Nick Hunckler Max Hank and Patricia Cabrera

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Hendricks County GOP Chairperson Anne Engelhardt Anne Engelhardt, Avon, was recently named Hendricks County GOP Chairperson. With the recent departures of Mike O’Brien and Wes Bennett, Engelhardt is the third county chairperson in the last six months. However, she says the collaborative executive leadership within the 10county party has made for a smooth transition. Engelhardt says she is excited about the level of interest from local millennials in the GOP and wants to focus on getting those individuals plugged in to leadership roles. Engelhardt is married and has five children and one grandson. She has served on the Avon School Board for nine years. Anne Engelhardt Photo by Chris Cornwall Compiled by Chris Cornwall

What challenges do you face with your new leadership role? 1 The first challenge is understanding the roles of each of the other seats so I can How important are the Young Republicans to maintaining conservative values lead effectively. Also, I want to better understand the logistics of how the party works 6 here in Hendricks County? within the county. They are very important because they are tomorrow’s leaders. They understand how to communicate in a different way. In the next 10 years, they are going to be our You are the third Hendricks County Chairperson in the last 6 months. Do you senators and state representatives. We need them because they will help us grow and 2 think the rapid succession has caused any issues within the party? we will help them become seasoned leaders. We had a strong plan in place and I feel like I’ve picked up where Wes left off. We How has your time serving on the have a very collaborative group so it wasn’t 7 school board helped you prepare for difficult re-dividing the leadership. your role as chairperson? We had a strong plan in I understand local government finance You were the vice-chairperson prior and how tax caps have affected the whole 3 to this correct? county and that is important for someone in Yes, for five months. But for those five place and I feel like I’ve my position. months, because Wes wasn’t territorial, he gave me a good view into what he did. The picked up where Wes left off. How so? transition wouldn’t have been as smooth 8 I see how the townships, towns and if he wouldn’t have included us in a lot of We have a very collaborative county now all have to share the same pie. the conversations and I wouldn’t have been So it is healthy for me to be able to discern ready for it… I believe I do have a few blind group so it wasn’t difficult where there might be strained relationships. spots and I have asked a few people to I’ve seen that with our own budget. I can mentor me through that… articulate with them and maybe offer ideas re-dividing the leadership. on how best to treat those situations. Have you noticed any recent trends 4 within the party after taking on the Are there any new faces in the new leadership role? 9 executive leadership? We have quite a few young millennials who have conservative values and want to be I appointed Greg Irby and he has been phenomenal. He is really our up-and-coming in leadership. leader within the party.

How are you working to incorporate millennials into the GOP? What do you like to do in your free time? 5 I am trying to find roles for them and get them plugged in, because that is our 10 I love science; we always have an experiment going on in our house. We have a next level of leadership. They really know what is going on and we need to learn from lot of dead grass spots from little concoctions. I love hiking canoeing, rafting, hiking and them as they learn from us. So that is what I am really focusing on, the youth of our kayaking. So as family, we love to get out and enjoy the outdoors. community and continuing leadership. , INC. & PATIO TOO Largest Selection in Indiana! Immediate Delivery Available! Furnish your Outdoor Area for Less!

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