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1. Recognition Ceremony
September 19th 2012

2. Judie Gove, Executive Director
To our staff:
You brighten someone's
world. It’s said that a single
candle is all it takes to banish
the darkness. And your inner
light is so much brighter!
Every day, without even
trying, you chase away the
“shadows” - with a helping
hand, a kind word, an
encouraging nod, a smile.
The sun and stars shine down
on us from above, and you do
it right here on earth.

3. Neil Schaefer, Chaplain
Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care

4. Indiana State Senator Patricia Miller
Chair of the Senate Committee on Health and Provider services
“GreenTree Living Community is one
of many outstanding health-care
businesses in our area. It’s a pleasure
for me to help recognize their
accomplishments and efforts to
maintain a high-quality of life for their
patrons.”

5. Douglas S. Hairston
Director of the Front Porch Alliance – Office of the Mayor of Indianapolis

6. Dana McKee
Associate Publisher, Seniors Guide

7. Marvin Mason
Chief Marketing Officer, Crisis Prevention Institute

8. Award Presentation

9. Mitch Daniels
Governor, State of Indiana

10. Richard G. Lugar
United States Senator

11. City of Indianapolis
Office of the mayor

12. Refreshments

13. GreenTree at Post Road

14. From Facebook….
Marvin Mason: I have to say, this was a fabulous day at this
community. Had a great time and met many dedicated and wonderful
people who are committed to delivering dementia CAPABLE care.

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GreenTree at Post Road Awarded With Distinguished Provider Recognition
September 20, 2012 | News
Dementia Care Specialists (DCS) has recognized GreenTree at Post Road in
Indianapolis, IN as the first facility in Indiana to achieve the status of
Distinguished Provider—the highest credential in dementia care.
The award was presented at a special recognition ceremony on
September 19. Senator Patricia Miller, Douglas Hairston of the Mayor's Office of the Front Porch
Alliance, and Dana McKee, associate publisher of Seniors Guide, spoke at the ceremony.
The Distinguished Provider program honors facilities’ commitment to the Dementia Capable Care training
philosophy and abilities-based approach, which improves function, safety, and quality of life for persons
with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD).
"When people look for a long-term care facility, they want to select a place that they trust will offer the
best and most attentive care for themselves or their loved ones. That trust is exactly what the
Distinguished Provider status communicates. It is a seal of approval from industry leaders," said Kim
Warchol, OTR/L, Dementia Care Specialists president and founder.
With over 5 million Americans living with ADRD, and many more projected to develop the disease over
the coming years, the level of care provided by Distinguished Providers serves as a model by which to
elevate the standard of dementia care.
DCS recognizes therapists and care partners as well as facilities that demonstrate the passion, skills, and
heart to deliver quality dementia care. Both facilities and individual practitioners are encouraged to apply
to the Distinguished Provider program.
Find out more!
• Learn more about the Distinguished Provider status of GreenTree at Post Road.
• View the Distinguished Providers photo album on Facebook.

16. About the
Distinguished Provider award:
A DISTINGUISHED PROVIDER, as recognized by the Crisis Prevention
Institute’s (CPI) Dementia Care Specialists group, is a facility that
demonstrates a commitment to high-quality dementia care. This
includes compliance with training standards and implementation of
CPI’s Dementia Capable Care training and principles. The level of
training achieved within the DISTINGUISHED PROVIDER recognition
helps to facilitate positive outcomes such as:
• 1) Promoting the highest possible level of function for those at all
stages of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD).
• 2) Maximizing and maintaining health and safety for those at all
stages of ADRD.
• 3) Maximizing and maintaining quality of life and dignity.
To receive this special recognition, the facility must meet certain
application requirements and demonstrate ongoing, audited
compliance to training standards. Distinguished Provider Dementia
Care Specialists