56 Square Miles of News: August 2020

The Westfield Washington Township office is currently closed to walk in clients and visitors. Please contact our office at assistance@wwtownship.us (township assistance) OR parks@wwtownship.us (programming) OR (317) 574-9490 with questions.

Fall Programming Update...Registration is now open for our fall programs. Check out our registration page to see what classes are available. Fall Safe Sitter classes will be held October 19 and November 13 so sign up early.

MacGregor Park Update...stop by the shelter area to see the new mural that was donated by our community partner, National Charity League, Crossroads Chapter. Each member of the Class of 2025 helped to create the beautiful piece of art. Read the PRESS RELEASE.

September 8: Understanding Your Social Security Benefits @ 6 pm, FREE
September 12: Car Maintenance @ 9 am, FREE
September 14 : Medicare Made Clear @ 6 pm, FREE
September 15: Veteran's Benefits for Senior Care @ 6 pm, FREE
September 15: Top 10 Things to Do in Preparing Your Home to Sell @ 7 pm, FREE
September 16: Retirement Basics @ 6 pm, FREE
September 22: Medicaid Waiver @ 6 pm, FREE
September 28: Storywalk® @ 1:30 pm, FREE
September 29: Medicaid for Nursing Home Care @ 6 pm, FREE

Learn more about the Indiana Housing Rental Assistance Program HERE.

The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration launched the Be Well Crisis Helpline, a confidential resource available through Indiana 211 that will allow Hoosiers to call and speak with a trained counselor 24/7. The free Be Well Crisis Helpline was established by FSSA’s Division of Mental Health and Addiction in direct response to the elevated levels of stress and anxiety Hoosiers are experiencing due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Earlier this month, the Rotary Club of Westfield Indiana helped the Township with some outdoor yard cleanup on several homes. We appreciate their dedication and commitment to helping the residents in our community. See photos.

WESTFIELD WELCOME UPDATES - Details HERE

Grand Games September 12 - Running returns to the Grand Park Sports Campus with a 5k challenge. The 5k race kicks off at 7:30am or complete it virtually!
Mother Son Dance September 18 - Moms, you won't want to miss this special opportunity to create lasting memories with your little prince!
Daddy Daughter Dance September 19 - Annual Daddy Daughter Dance for a special evening with your little princess!

Grand Junction Plaza construction continues. Watch the latest update from Jeremy Lollar, Public Works Director.

Our Westfield nonprofit organizations are hard at work supporting our residents. The Westfield community is here to support you!

News from HAND, Inc.
It's time to register for HAND's sixth-annual Suburban Housing Conference, presented by Hamilton County Community Foundation. Due to the uncertainty around the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s conference will be delivered via three online workshops on Aug. 28, Sept. 25 and Oct. 23. More info HERE.

News from Heart and Soul Clinic
Heart and Soul Free Clinic had their first ever Women's Clinic. These specialty clinics that addresses the healthcare needs of women will be quarterly with the next in October.

News from Prevail, Inc.
Prevail, Inc. is committed to offering crisis intervention and restorative support services for adult, adolescent, and child survivors of crime and abuse, free of charge, in a confidential, supportive, non-judgmental environment that is meant to empower, educate and strengthen those they serve. Prevail is available 24/7 to support victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Their Celebration of Hope Gala would have been this Saturday, but had to be cancelled. If you would like more information about Prevail and how to support, go to www.prevailinc.org.

News from Open Doors

On Aug. 15, Open Doors held its’ annual Back to School Backpack Give-away. The Westfield Friends Church hosted the event in their Fellowship Hall. Marcia Evans, Angie Edwards, Beth Hoard, Resa Glover and their team of volunteers prepared and conducted a very successful program again this year. Over 230 school kids received a backpack and the supplies they needed to be successful in school this year. In addition, each child received a cool Westfield Rocks T-shirt, underwear and socks. We wish our kids all the best in this different and uncertain school year.

News from Student Impact

Student Impact has opened its doors back up to students with our new schedule in place. Monday we are open or high school, Tuesday and Wednesday (Starting September 1st/2nd) we will be at the intermediate school, Thursday will be open for middle school, and Friday we are open from 11am-4pm for WHS/WMS kids. Students can get registered HERE.

For volunteer opportunities, we are in need of snack bags made for our WIS students for their snack. More information can be found HERE. We are also serving our students brunch on Friday afternoons and are looking for people/groups/organizations that are wanting to sponsor a breakfast on the last Friday of each month. If interested, please contact Brittany@TheRockWestfield.org. We are also in search of guest pancake flippers! Participants can sign up by clicking HERE.

News from Westfield Youth Assistance Program
The Mayor's Yellow Tie Gala will be a virtual event on Thursday, October 1! If you've wanted to be part of this special event in the past, this is the year to get involved.

As our lives shift and we adapt to life amid COVID-19, please know we are here to support Westfield's youth and their families. If you have a need, please contact us for support

Westfield Washington Schools are back in session. We want to wish all students, teachers and staff a wonderful school year.