6th Annual Post-Holiday Recycling Event

BTN residents…we hope you will join in this annual post-holiday recycling event!!

What: Post Holiday Recycling

When: Saturday, January 14th, 2012 (10:00am to 2:00pm)

Where: Broad Ripple Park, Ellenberger Park, Krannert Park, Garfield Park

Why: The City of Indianapolis’ Office of Sustainability will partner with Keep Indianapolis Beautiful to accept the following materials for recycling — live holiday trees (all lights, ornaments and decorations removed), electronics (anything with a cord), cardboard, white molded foam packaging and paper shredding (5 box maximum per vehicle).

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Butler University to host FREE Medicare Part D Enrollment/Re-Enrollment Events

Butler University’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (COPHS) will host two free Medicare Part D Enrollment/Re-enrollment events on the Butler campus, 4600 Sunset Ave., on the following days:

               Tuesday, Nov. 1
               Butler University
               College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Building, 4th floor conference room (elevator available)
               10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
               By appointment only. Call (317) 940-9324 to make an appointment.
               
               Friday, Nov. 4
               Butler University
               Ford Salon
               Noon to 5 p.m.
               No appointment necessary
              

On Wednesday, Nov. 2 and Thursday, Nov. 3, Butler’s COPHS will partner with Community Family Medicine for a free Medicare Part D Enrollment/Re-enrollment event, held at Community Family Medicine, 10122 E. 10th St. Suite 100, Indianapolis, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., each day. Attendees must make an appointment by calling (317) 355-5715 and selecting the scheduling/appointment option.
              

Attendees for all events should bring the following: Medicare card and Medicare Part D card (if you have one); list of all current medications and dosages; health insurance cards; and letter(s) from the Social Security Administration or Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
              

For questions about any of the enrollment/re-enrollment events, call (317) 940-9324.

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Educational Programing for Seniors (November)

Seniors — Stay In Your Own Home

When: Tuesday, November 15th (5:30pm-7:00pm)

Where: Bethlehem Lutheran Church (526 E. 52nd Street)

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Educational Programing for Seniors (September)

Safe Driving for Seniors

When: Tuesday, September 27th (5:30pm-7:00pm)

Where: Heritage Place (4550 N. Illinois Street)

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ToxAway Day – Saturday, August 13 @ Butler University

Properly dispose of your household hazardous waste & electronics during the BTNA ToxAway Day!

Saturday, August 13, 9:00 a. m. to 1:00 p.m.

Butler University – Hinkle Fieldhouse

510 W. 49th Street

Acceptable Items Include:

  • Aerosol Cans
  • Automotive Fluids
  • Cell Phones
  • Computers & Laptops
  • Computer-related Items
  • Fluorescent Light Bulbs
  • Gasoline
  • Glue & Adhesives
  • Car Batteries
  • Household Cleaners
  • Lawn Care Products
  • Paint Thinners
  • Paints & Stains
  • Pool Chemicals
  • Propane Tanks (up to 20 lbs)
  • Thermometers
  • Thermostats
  • Upholstery & Carpet Cleaners
  • Used Motor Oil

The following electronic items will only be accepted during this event:

Televisions (under 27″ diagonal), VCRs and dvd players, gaming systems, stereos & related items, telephones, telephone answering machines, fax machines, small personal electronics (phonographs, tape/cd players, gameboys, walkmans and radios)

For more information on this event or the ToxDrop program, please call (317)327-2234 or visit www.indy.gov/ToxDrop.

Information courtesy of the City of Indianapolis

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Downsizing Your Home (June 21, 2011 @ 11:00am)

Downsizing Your Home

Presented by BTNA, MKNA and Heritage Place

Are You…………

Tired of too much stuff?

Loosing things in all that clutter?

Too ill to take care of your home?

Too busy to take care of your home?

Spending too much money on your home?

Then this program is for you!!!

  Getting Rid of Stuff & Clutter, Packing and Moving

Presenter – Mary Ann Yates, Elder Moves

auctions, yard sales, selling on ebay, donating to charity, family and friends,

 storage units, moving companies, packing tips, organizing & labeling, fees

Financial & Legal Considerations

Presenters – Rob Grant, Grant and Grant Attorneys

Jeff Kolp, State Farm Insurance

Estates, trusts, contracts, down payments, home selling, taxes

 Housing Options

Presenter – Anne Pinnick, Morningside at College Park

smaller homes, apartments, condos, family members, waiting lists, checklists, fees

 When:  Tuesday, June 21, 2011

11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

 Where:  Bethlehem Lutheran Church

526 East 52nd Street

Indianapolis, IN 46205

 Reserve Your Seat call MKNA 283-1021 or Heritage Place 283-6662

Join us for this free presentation and explore the options that are best for you.

 “Downsizing Your Home”

To downsize yourself or

To help friends and family downsize

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