Thrive West Central

11/02/2025

Lori Bouslog, director at Purdue Extension Vermillion County, joined Patrece on Rise and Thrive to talk about the various programs they offer.

One of the highlights is the Community Leadership Program, which teaches participants how to foster deeper connections to serve their communities.

Anyone interested in learning more about the program can contact Lori at 765-492-5332 or lbouslog@purdue.edu.

For more information about Purdue Extension Vermillion County, visit https://extension.purdue.edu/county/vermillion/index.html.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from the Thrive office!

10/30/2025

Thrive Community and Economic Development Department members Kristi Whitacre and Michael Shaw were guests at ISU Honors College class "The Rise of Gen Z: From Boomers to Zoomers," taught by Dr. Whitney Nesser.

The students were excited to learn about the services Thrive West Central provides to the community, as well as the new program for those who are lonely, Thrive Together.

10/30/2025

Westminster Village and Thrive West Central are working together to conduct a Connections Cafe at 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 3. This month we will exercise in our chairs, play some brain games, sing favorite oldies, and make a leaf collage.

A Connections Cafe provides a comfortable and welcoming social gathering for anyone who wants to maintain brain health and for those living with mild to moderate dementia and their care partners. We will meet at Westminster Village (enter the building to the right). Stop at the front desk and someone will guide you upstairs to the fifth floor.

Questions? Call Amy at 812-238-1561.

10/29/2025

Our transportation services are available to all with a suggested $2 donation. Are you needing a ride between appointments or shopping? We'd love to help!

Call 812-232-2675 to schedule your ride or ask questions.

10/29/2025

Remember to come learn more about how you can sign up for health benefits at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, October 30 in the lower level of The Meadows - Terre Haute!

Are you looking for health benefits for yourself or your business? Thrive and Nexus Health have partnered to offer a discount on a clinic membership. Come learn more at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, October 30. It will take place in the Pachyderm Room in the lower level of the Meadows Shopping Center.

To RSVP, contact Shelly Amerman at samerman@thrivewestcentral.com.

10/26/2025

Patrece welcomes Kristi Whitacre, Director of Community & Economic Development at Thrive. She wears a lot of hats, but today she talks about our new program, Thrive Together.

This new grant-funded initiative is working to combat loneliness in West Central Indiana. Through activities such as cooking classes, painting sessions, light exercise and coffee buddies, there is something for everyone to try.

Learn more at helpthrivetogether.com.

10/25/2025

Thrive West Central is providing a Connections Cafe at Burnett Manor at 315 E. Stark Street in Rockville from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, October 29 (note the change to the 5th Wednesday for this month).

These gatherings provide a comfortable and welcoming social gathering for anyone who wants to maintain brain health and for those living with mild to moderate dementia and their care partners.

This month we will play brain games, sing some oldies, and make a pumpkin craft. Call Amy at 847-840-2818 for access if door is locked.

10/24/2025

This week on Rise and Thrive, we talk to Kristi Whitacre from Thrive about our new program, Thrive Together.

Learn about the exciting events the program offers, and how you can participate when the full episode airs Sunday morning!

Visit https://buff.ly/DRhs3cr for more.

10/22/2025

Now is the time to sign up for Medicare. If you need guidance through the process, call our SHIP office for help! Contact 812-917-3145.

It's Medicare Open Enrollment time! If you would like assistance with reviewing different Medicare plans, you can use Medicare's Plan Finder at Medicare.gov or contact your local through the SHIP National Technical Assistance Center.

10/20/2025

Are you looking for health benefits for yourself or your business? Thrive and Nexus Health have partnered to offer a discount on a clinic membership. Come learn more at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, October 30. It will take place in the Pachyderm Room in the lower level of the Meadows Shopping Center.

To RSVP, contact Shelly Amerman at samerman@thrivewestcentral.com.

10/20/2025

Due to a mechanical issue, the Brazil bus route will not run for the remainder of the day. We apologize in advance for the inconvenience.