Senior Fair to offer resources, free health screenings and giveaways in Bedford

BEDFORD—The WBIW / WQRK Senior Fair, brought to you by Vertical Home Health, will feature a variety of exhibitors showcasing products, services, and resources for seniors and their caregivers. It will be held on Wednesday, May 21, at Sherwood Oaks Christian Church in Bedford.

The free event, open to the public and encouraging seniors of all ages to attend, will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church, located at 508 Fellowship Drive.

Attendees can expect information on various topics relevant to senior living and care. Exhibitors will be on hand to discuss what they can offer and how they can benefit senior citizens. They may also provide free health screenings.

Organizers highlight that many exhibitors will offer free giveaways at their booths, encouraging attendees to visit each one and speak with a representative.

Vertical Home Health and Vertical Home Care, whose caregivers and professional staff are dedicated to the well-being, health, independence, and dignity of those in their care, is this year’s title sponsor of the WBIW / WQRK Senior Fair. According to organizers, their goal is to be an extension of the family for their patients.

The upcoming event proudly welcomes its premier title sponsor, Vertical Home Health, alongside a diverse group of dedicated supporters. This year’s sponsors include Lawrence County CASA, Leaf Filter, Kitchen’s & Bath By Sho-Pro of Indiana, the Lawrence County Health Department, and the Lawrence County Community Foundation. We also extend our gratitude to Maid to Perfection, Indiana Health Centers, Beltone Hearing Care Center, WTIU, and Stonebridge Health Campus. Further support comes from Thorne George Family Funeral Homes, the Bedford Lions Club, and the Hoosier Hills Food Bank, generously sponsored by TRISTAR. The Real Estate Company, with Haley McLaughlin as a dedicated sponsor, joins Living Well Home Care and Visiting Angels. Aire Home Care and Evergreen Village of Bloomington, returning in the same location as last year, are also valued sponsors, as is Bloomington Regional Rehab Hospital and Senior Solutions LLC. Help U Hear, Bell Trace, Paoli Health and Living, Brown County Health and Living, and Careforth contribute to this important endeavor. IU Health Rural Dementia hopes to have an interactive brain exhibit, weather permitting. We also appreciate the support of Kerns Insurance, Day & Carter, G&W Monuments, Brickyard Healthcare, Unique Home Solutions, Crowders Pharmacy and Whole Medical Living, and Abraham Insurance Services. Hoosier Uplands/ Area 15 Agency on Aging and SHIPC, Cresthaven Funeral Home and Memory Garden, and Hoosier Hills Credit Union, the event’s exclusive bank, are also key partners. Majestic Care, Radio Station, Cedar Creek of Bedford, Davis Eye Institute, Autumn Trace Senior Communities, Gentry Park Bloomington, Kirk and Associates, Alternative Care Solutions – Bedford, Rayus Radiology, Mitchell Manor, and Anthem Medicaid complete this impressive list of sponsors.

Sherwood Oaks Christian Church – Bedford is located at 508 Fellowship Drive, Bedford, IN 47421.