Volunteers are continuing to work on the former Shady Rest Home facility in Plymouth in order to begin welcoming clients to the David’s Courage program.
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David’s Courage Selected as Lowe’s Heroes Project
The residential recovery program David’s Courage was recently selected as a Lowe’s Heroes project!
Through this program, Lowe’s employees team up and adopt a volunteer project with local nonprofit organizations and schools. They donate materials and their time to assist with restoration efforts.
As David’s Courage continues to work on their “Open the Doors” campaign, these volunteers will contribute valuable construction assistance to help complete repairs and renovations at the transitional residency facility that will be for individuals recovering from drug and alcohol addiction. Continue reading
Marshall County Commissioners Deed Former Shady Rest Property to David’s Courage
The former Shady Rest Home property on Lincoln Highway in Plymouth is now in the hands of David’s Courage.
David’s Courage Representatives Sign Transfer Agreement
The Shady Rest Home transfer agreement between Marshall County and the facilitators of David’s Courage is now official.
Marshall County Community Foundation Awards First Round of 2018 Grants
Second Row: R. T. Henke, Dr. Jim White, Jerry Chavez, Virginia Henke, Bruce Snyder, Matt Guard, Brian Pohl, Linda Rippy, Eric Anderson, Joan Hundt, Joe Stiles, Greg Giczi, Kathy Clark, Ted Hayden
The Marshall County Community Foundation announced grant winners for the first round of 2018 grants from the Community Fund and the Ralph C. Vonnegut, Jr. Fund on Wednesday afternoon.
David’s Courage Working to Prepare Facility for Participants
The officials behind David’s Courage, Inc. program are working to get things ready to start hosting addiction programs for those who are seeking a life without drugs and/or alcohol.
David’s Courage, Inc. and Marshall County Arrive at Transfer Agreement
The transfer contract between David’s Courage, Inc. and Marshall County for occupancy of the Shady Rest Home has been approved with a few modifications.
According to County Attorney Jim Clevenger, facilitators Gregg Erickson and Ted Hayden asked the commissioners to drop the requirement that the facility continue to be named Shady Rest Home. A different designation was not provided at the time of discussions.
Commissioners Approve Transfer Documentation for Shady Rest Home
The Marshall County Commissioners discussed a proposed transfer documentation for the Shady Rest Home.
Marshall County Commissioners Discuss Proposed Program at Shady Rest Facility
The Marshall County Commissioners discussed the Shady Rest Committee’s recommendation of allowing the addiction recovery program, David’s Courage, to be run out of the Shady Rest Home on Lincoln Highway in Plymouth.
Committee Chair and County Commissioner Kurt Garner explained that the committee approved a favorable recommendation for the program and if the commissioners did not decide to approve the program then the county would divest the property.
Marshall County Commissioners to Meet Today
The Marshall County Commissioners will meet this morning. They will receive information from the Shady Rest Committee concerning the committee’s favorable recommendation of an addiction recovery program to be conducted in the Shady Rest Home facility on Lincoln Highway in Plymouth.
Shady Rest Committee Approves Recommendation for Commissioners
After weighing public opinions that range from benefits to the community to safety and security concerns, the Shady Rest Home Committee Thursday afternoon approved a recommendation to the commissioners with a majority vote.
Shady Rest Committee to Meet Today
The Shady Rest Committee will meet today where they will review public comments from a hearing held in January concerning the proposed addiction recovery program, “David’s Courage”, to be run out of the facility.
Marshall County Commissioners Receive Insurance Update
Marshall County will see a reduction in insurance costs in 2018.
A $32,000 reduction will be realized. Brian Kubicki from Gibson Insurance told the Marshall County Commissioners this week that the county will save money in workman’s comp premium rates as they have gone down in Indiana. The county has also managed claims and prevented loss and injuries to employees which played a big part in the cost reduction as well. The safety committee is doing what they can to educate employees on safety issues, which Kubicki said is working.
The Proposed Program Submitted to the Shady Rest Advisory Committee
During Wednesday night’s Shady Rest Committee public hearing, some background information was provided about the proposed program “David’s Courage” that Ted Hayden and Gregg Erickson are seeking to implement at the county-owned building.
County Commissioner and Shady Rest Committee member Kurt Garner stated that initially, the committee received four proposals and they requested that Hayden and Erickson combine their plans since they had similar ideas.
Hayden presented the goal of the organization, “Our mission is to have a lasting change on the spiritual, emotional, physical and financial health of those who are struggling with addiction. We will provide a therapeutic community where a safe, consistent and caring environment creates an atmosphere that is conducive to change.” Continue reading
Shady Rest Home Committee to Hold Public Hearing Wednesday Night
The Shady Rest Home Committee members are asking for public input Wednesday night concerning the possible use of the Shady Rest Home facility by a non-profit organization.
The committee is considering a proposal from Gregg Erickson and Ted Hayden that would provide a structured recovery program for drug or alcohol offenders recommended to the program by Marshall County Community Corrections. The program, called “David’s Choice”, would assist recovering addicts for six to nine months on getting a job, completing treatment, conducting community service, and obtaining other life and job skills.
Shady Rest Home Committee to Hold Public Input Session
The members of the Shady Rest Home Committee met with Gregg Erickson and his wife, Kelly, to go over the business plan for a proposed addiction recovery program at the county-owned Shady Rest Home in Plymouth.
The business plan outlined expenditures and revenues and more information about a structured recovery program for drug or alcohol offenders recommended to the program by Marshall County Community Corrections. The program, called “David’s Choice”, would assist recovering addicts for six to nine months on getting a job, completing treatment, conducting community service, and obtaining other life and job skills.
Funds Transfer Approved for Utilities at Shady Rest Home, County Facilities
The Marshall County Council members were tasked with approving the transfer of funds to ensure payment of utilities at the Shady Rest Home and for other county facilities for the remainder of the year.
The county received the operation of the county home on Lincoln Highway in August when the Bowen Center decided to cease operations at the facility. The structure has been vacant since that time, but a nine-member Shady Rest Home committee is working to find a tenant to bring needed services to aid the residents of Marshall County.
Proposal Made to Shady Rest Committee on County Home Use
The Shady Rest Committee heard a proposal from Ted Hayden and Gregg Erickson who have teamed up to provide information on a proposed addiction recovery service at the Shady Rest Home on Lincoln Highway in Plymouth. The Shady Rest Committee felt their offer of these services would greatly impact the community in the most effective way.
Hayden is currently working with the Prairie View Adult Services and sees a need with individuals seeking treatment from the grasp of addiction. He works with adolescent males and addiction issues. Erickson knows the need as his son previously dealt with a similar addiction. The pair wants to provide help to provide a therapeutic community and offer services to help get an addict a more positive way of life.
Shady Rest Committee Considers Proposals for Occupancy at County Home
The committee overseeing the potential future operations of the Shady Rest Home met Tuesday afternoon to review four proposals that were submitted to offer services out of the county home.
The committee had proposals from Save the Old Properties, or S.T.O.P., Prairie View Adult Services, Gregg Erickson, and Glenn Peterson. The four offered services ranging from an intergenerational community, wellness and addiction recovery services.
Shady Rest Committee to Meet This Afternoon
The Shady Rest Committee will meet today to review soft proposals for organizations wishing to occupy the Shady Rest Home on Lincoln Highway in Plymouth.
The proposals indicate use, ownership, structure, ability to sustain operations and maintenance, and an approximate number of individuals who would benefit from services.
