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Virtual Turnstone Resources

In response to the shifting routines of citizens in our community and world-wide prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, Turnstone Center will continue offering many of its support services to the community and our clients remotely.

Remote support and services will be made possible by Virtual Turnstone operations that encompass a variety of digital approaches that align with our continued commitment to serve and empower people with disabilities.

Following the temporary suspension of Turnstone’s traditional face-to-face programming on services that was effective March 17 (click here for more Turnstone COVID-19 related announcements), every program area is actively conducting outreach, wellness, and basic need checks directly with Turnstone clients and their caregivers. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing directives, this communication will happen with all clients at least once a week. Fitness Center members will also continue to receive digital resources and other communication from staff online and over the phone. More frequent communication is taking place with clients as determined by their individual needs.

Other remote and virtual resources currently available are listed below by program area.

Quick Links:

          Social Services

          Adult Day Services

          Health & Wellness

          Kimbrough Early Learning Center

          Memory Care Program

          Rehab Therapy (Physical, Occupational, Speech)

          Sports & Recreation 

Social Services

Turnstone’s Social Services team always offers support and assistance at no charge, regardless of whether you are currently receiving services at Turnstone. We’re here to help you find the resources you need. Click here for more information about Turnstone’s traditional social services and case management coordination.

Any community members who need assistance related to any disability needs, including those specific to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, are encouraged to contact Kathy Baer, Turnstone’s Director of Social Services, at Kathy@turnstone.org or (260)969-7637. 

Every effort is being made to fully respond to individual client needs and community requests using distance-friendly methods as everyone continues to navigate the rapidly evolving health and social landscape.

Click this link to directly email Social Services.

Adult Day Services

Clients who join us for our traditional Adult Day Service programming are able to participate in a variety of activities. Participation provides not only therapeutic benefits, but are also designed to increase socialization, encourage physical activity, and promote independence.

Social activities and demonstration activities, and virtual games will soon be shared online. These opportunities will be shared on our website and social media channels.

Health & Wellness

Turnstone’s Health & Wellness Center is the only exercise facility in northeast Indiana designed for people with physical disabilities.  Our certified fitness staff work with each member to create an individualized exercise plan to meet your fitness goals.  Turnstone's fitness staff are Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainers (CIFT) through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Kimbrough Early Learning Center (KELC)

Turnstone’s Paths to Quality, Level 3, inclusive childcare program provides daytime care and education for children of all abilities, ages 2-12.

KELC teachers, staff, and other special guests will be sharing songs, as well as their favorite books with young readers. These moments will be shared on Turnstone’s YouTube channel and Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram profiles. And look for more virtual activities in the future!

Memory Care Program

Turnstone's traditional Memory Care program offers day services to clients with dementia diagnoses who live in the community with caregivers and/or family members. This program is part of the agency’s Adult Day Services program.

Tips and resources for caregivers will be shared on Turnstone’s website, YouTube channel and Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram profiles.

Rehab Therapy

Turnstone’s traditional therapy services include physical, occupational, speech, and aquatic therapy.  Click here for information about on-site appointments for adult therapy and pediatric therapy.

Turnstone’s therapists specialize in working with children and adults with disabilities, including but not limited to spina bifida, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, stroke, Down syndrome, autism, and other neurological and orthopedic diagnoses.

Videos and other digital resources will be shared by Turnstone’s therapists to our website, YouTube channel and Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram profiles. These resources will include:

  • Mondays with Milo, the Turnstone therapy dog
  • Storytime with Alternative Augmentative Communication
  • Demonstrations and activities featuring Turnstone therapists, and more!

Click here for virtual resources from our therapists. 

Sports & Recreation

Turnstone offers adaptive sports programs for youth and adults, ages 5 and up, who have a physical, visual disability, developmental or neurological disabilities. We offer recreational, competitive, and elite-level fitness and sports programs, clinics, camps, and tournaments. In the current absence of team sports opportunities, Turnstone’s Sports & Recreation staff are featuring tips to keep your skills sharp from home and maybe learn a new trick or two. Follow Turnstone’s YouTube channel and Facebook, Twitter and Instagram profiles to see new content as it is added!