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From homeless to hopeful: how state and community supports assisted young Fort Wayne resident

Fort Wayne resident Paul Newhard’s story plays like the plot of a movie, and includes a cast of characters critical to moving him from homeless to hopeful. Read how his advocate, the State of Indiana, IPMG, and his selected service providers worked collaboratively to make this story have a happy, meaningful ending.

Garrett man expresses hopes, goals, and interests through plaster and paint

After a high school teacher introduced Daniel Trent to advanced art techniques, the Garrett resident turned an interest into a hobby and a career goal. Read how this inspiring young man also enhances his communication with those in his life through art, as well as utilizes art as a tool to express his interests, hopes, and dreams.

Supports help couple live the American Dream

For millions of young girls growing up in the United States during the ‘60s, having a house and a husband was the all-American dream. Annie Day was no exception, even if her circumstances were exceptional.

Learn how Medicaid waiver services and person-centered supports assist Annie and Gearen Day, of Greenfield, Ind., with love, life, and living the all-American dream.

Huntington resident secures success, independent living through supports
Special Olympian contributes to community, employer


Smith at workWhen store manager Kim White was approached about hiring Cindy Smith to join her staff at Johnson’s Junction, White’s first questions were about Smith’s skills and abilities.

A year later, Smith maintains her job as a valued member to the team as she provides necessary janitorial and cleaning support. Read how this award-winnig athlete utilizes her Medicaid waiver to move her closer to her hopes and dreams, and maintain an independent lifestyle.

Love of Horses Leads to New Family

Michael Canham has spent his life dedicated to one love: horses. “I'm a loyal horse person. I started clearing stables when I was 16 years old,” Canham said. “That was June of '66, and it went from there.”

Today, Canham can be found three days a week grooming, watering, and caring for the horses at Edelweiss Equine Assisted Therapy Center in Greenfield during the riding season. For nearly four years, the horses, visitors, and owners of the therapeutic riding facility have benefitted from Canham's dedicated service.

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