by Matthew Kent
Posted on March 16, 2022
By Matthew Kent Development & Communications Specialist Enhancing the quality of life for participants with intellectual and developmental disabilities is at the core of Sycamore Services’ mission. The Purdue Extension office in Morgan County is playing an important role with a focus on helping participants learn about nutrition and how to eat healthier, said…
by Matthew Kent
Posted on November 15, 2021
DANVILLE — Sycamore Services Inc., a non-profit organization that serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, has been awarded $102,000 in grant funding from United Way of Central Indiana that will provide financial support to participants involved in a jobs training program. Sycamore Services plans to use the UWCI funding through its Social Innovation Fund to provide stipends and transportation assistance to participants involved with the Work Experience Program. The program,…
Posted on November 5, 2021
Sycamore Services, in conjunction with Hendricks Regional Health will provide a COVID-19 (Initial and Booster) Vaccination Clinic. Date: November 8, 2021 Clinic Start Time: 5:00pm (EDT) Location: Sycamore Services Headquarters – 1001 Sycamore Lane, Danville, IN 46122 Please complete the registration and insurance information for each person receiving a vaccine. Anyone meeting criteria will…
by Matthew Kent
Posted on October 12, 2021
A Sycamore Services participant working toward his dream of becoming a chef is sharing his passion in Hendricks County. Danville resident John Luecht pursued his career in the food industry in 2014 at McDonald’s in Plainfield, where he cleaned tables and dishes for nearly six years. He decided to attend Erskine Green Training Institute based…
Posted on September 23, 2021
Sycamore Services, Inc. has been honored to serve the Payne family through our Evansville-Vanderburgh County office. To watch and read how Deleah is making a difference through her art, advocacy, and entrepreneurial spirit as covered by local news, visit https://www.wevv.com/content/news/Local-Teen-Raising-Awareness–575318091.html?fbclid=IwAR0iDIxiNFN7tFOL077H7pE-gQdwEpgeg5cTeArqBm83JmNkPKWEUBOJ5qk.
by Matthew Kent
Posted on May 6, 2021
Hendricks County Commissioners and Sycamore Services Inc. will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed lending library for individuals with disabilities in Hendricks County through the Community Connections for People with Disabilities grant, a supplemental Coronavirus Community Development Block Grant program. All interested parties are welcome to attend and provide comments about the proposal. When:…
by sycamore122
Posted on April 19, 2021
It is baseball season! Batter Up! Registration is open for the summer at League of Miracles, a sport complex specifically designed for people with disabilities, and their famlies, to participate in recreational opportunities. Their accessible baseball field is made entirely of rubber and is located three miles east of Mooresville. To learn more, see: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeAbqXU1vB2rE3snN-NL4hgMrY7sRpLwT5gIVt51CmKECUITg/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&gxids=7628&fbclid=IwAR0CnU7gSW2ILucc2zpNXiiykc6hSTWEryjo7vgjaZwJ0gNjL84St2P9GKk
Posted on March 16, 2021
The state of Indiana has opened up eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine to individuals 45 and older. You can also find links at the bottom to schedule an appointment near you. COVID-19 vaccines are available free of charge and you do not need health insurance to receive the vaccine. All Sycamore Services staff members are also eligible to receive…
by sycamore122
Posted on March 10, 2021
Indiana Family & Social Services Administration shared the following news today: Vaccine eligibility for individuals with disabilities receiving home-and community-based waiver services Late yesterday, the Indiana Department of Health announced that individuals with disabilities ages 16 – 49 who receive home-and community-based waiver services are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. This includes…
by sycamore122
Posted on March 3, 2021
The Indiana Department of Health announced that it has partnered with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, University of Notre Dame and Ivy Tech Community College to host three mass vaccination clinics to help eligible Hoosiers receive a free COVID-19 vaccine. Hoosiers age 55 and older are now eligible to receive a free vaccine. The mass vaccination clinics…
by sycamore122
Posted on February 19, 2021
COVID-19 vaccines are now available to select members of the public, such as healthcare workers and individuals 65 and older, and will soon be available to a wider audience. If you would like to learn more about the vaccine, click here to view informative slides from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Click…
by sycamore122
Posted on February 1, 2021
The Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services’ (BDDS) mission is “To connect people with disabilities and their families to resources and supports to live their best life.” As part of ongoing efforts to achieve this mission, BDDS is excited to announce the launch of the BDDS Gateway. The BDDS Gateway provides the opportunity for individuals and…
by sycamore122
Posted on January 19, 2021
Scott Phillips, MD, FACS, FAAOA, spent time via Zoom call with Sycamore Services directors to answer questions about the COVID-19 vaccine. Below are questions and answers from Dr. Phillips. Q: People have expressed concerns about taking a “new” vaccine. Is the new COVID-19 vaccine safe? A: The “new” Covid vaccine is really not entirely new. It is built…
by sycamore122
Posted on January 14, 2021
In cooperation with Hendricks Regional Health, Sycamore Services will begin a pilot vaccine program hosting one of two COVID-19 vaccination clinics in the State of Indiana that will specifically serve individuals with disabilities and their staff. Initial vaccination efforts will focus on individuals living in congregate settings and will later expand to include others. Days and times for vaccines will be limited and the first group in the pilot program will…
by sycamore122
Posted on January 11, 2021
Self Advocates of Indiana has put together an informative video about COVID-19 vaccines. To view the video, visit https://youtu.be/DO4QsCbj1HA.
by sycamore122
Posted on January 8, 2021
Hoosiers age 80 and older have been selected to be among the first to receive the COVID-19 vaccine because they are at a higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. The vaccine provides another level of protection to keep them and loved ones safe. Visit ourshot.in.gov to find a vaccination site near you. Please sign up! Here…
by sycamore122
Posted on January 7, 2021
Click here to learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine.
by sycamore122
Posted on December 22, 2020
The Bureau of Quality Improvement Services has participated in the National Core Indicators project since 2012. The NCI project is a collaboration between the National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services and the Human Services Research Institute. NCI is utilized across 46 states to assess the quality and outcomes of developmental disability services…
by sycamore122
Posted on December 17, 2020
As you make plans for celebrating the holidays, we encourage you to think about ways to celebrate safely and limit your risk of exposure to COVID-19. Transmission of the virus is high in all communities served by Sycamore Services, so please be safe and protect yourself and those around you this holiday season. Here are…
by sycamore122
Posted on December 17, 2020
The Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services is excited to share webinar opportunities for individuals and families to learn more about using remote support services. One of six Indiana remote supports providers, SafeinHome, is offering a series of webinars in January and February for individuals and families that are interested in learning more about how remote…
Sycamore Services, Inc.
Corporate Office & Work Center
1001 Sycamore Lane
P.O. Box 369
Danville, IN 46122-1474
PH: (317) 745-4715
TOLL FREE: 866-573-0817
FAX: (317) 745-8271
