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Way2Go Transportation Client Janillia

Way2Go Transportation Reduces Worry for Cancer Patient

In a routine checkup last March, Janillia’s doctor observed that she had lost a lot of weight over the previous year—about 40 pounds. Had she been dieting? No, in fact, she hadn’t thought anything about it. “I haven’t lost my...
Senior Man Sitting in Bus

Getting out of the House Is Good for Your Health, but Many Older Hoosiers Feel Stranded

If you have your own vehicle, I want you to do a little experiment with me. Look at your calendar for the next couple of weeks. Now, imagine that you don’t have a vehicle, you don’t live within walking distance...
Senior man receiving healthy groceries at home

Promoting Equity by Meeting Basic Needs

Many years ago, I worked with individuals with developmental and cognitive disabilities. I came into this field of human services quite ignorant of how inequitable life can be, especially when facing forever disabilities. I assumed everyone had the same opportunities...
Ron Hicks CICOA client who found assisted living housing after nearly being homeless

Facing Eviction, Senior Finds New Home After Life-changing Call

Last December, Ron was in deep trouble. A year earlier, he’d lost his wife. The radiation and chemotherapy that helped him beat oral cancer left him weak and bedridden. And now, with his savings running out, he was facing eviction...
Older couple eats a simple meal at home together

Food Insecurity Is a Symptom of Deeper Issues

Happy New Year! I am looking forward to a new year filled with much health and happiness for all. This holiday, I’ve been blessed with many things: The love of family and friends, the security of a warm, safe home...
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Indy Hunger Network Names CICOA’s Tauhric Brown Chairman of the Board

Tauhric Brown Tauhric Brown has hit the ground running since moving to Indianapolis less than three years ago to take the helm at CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions. Among his accomplishments: launching an affiliate for-profit company, expanding partnerships and increasing...

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