Each year at the Indiana Housing Conference, the Indiana Affordable Housing Council (IAHC) and IHCDA present the Outstanding Resident Volunteer Award to recognize an individual who is a consumer of an IHCDA program that volunteers for the betterment of the community. This can be done through a variety of ways; most importantly, by bringing happiness to others through kindness and service.
Since becoming a resident at Lake Meadows Assisted Living in Fishers, Tammie O’Haver has been an advocate of encouragement and care, have a tremendous impact on the day-to-day qualify of life of those around her. She previously worked in nursing homes, and her experience provides her a greater understanding of the benefits of being active as we age.
Taking the lead on activities and the bulletin board in the activity room, she organizes and assists with a variety of activities such as arts & crafts, painting, games, and gardening
She is also committed to ensuring the more acutely impacted residents can be involved with activities as well. She works closely with hearing impaired residents through sign language and helps others who have mobility trouble.
She meets her fellow residents where they are to create an engaging environment. Her service each week not only creates a sense of community for the residents, but frees up time for staff to work on other things.
Congratulations to the 2023 Outstanding Resident Volunteer of the Year, Tammie O’Haver!
