The Shepherd's Center Of Hamilton County Inc

What The Shepherd's Center Of Hamilton County Inc does

The Shepherd's Center of Hamilton County Inc (SCHC) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1985 and headquartered in Noblesville, Indiana. It operates five core programs — Together Today, Community Caring, Reaching Resources, Guardianship, and Counseling — that collectively serve more than 1,000 seniors aged 55 and older each year across Hamilton County, Indiana. All services are provided free of charge to clients and caregivers, with the organization's mission centered on enabling seniors to safely age in place and avoid isolation. The organization is an affiliate of the Shepherd's Center of America, a national network of 55 affiliate organizations, which lends it chartered credibility and access to shared best practices.

The organization's service delivery model is human-intensive rather than technology-driven. Trained, background-screened volunteers and licensed staff (including social workers, counselors, and case managers) deliver services through six Together Today program locations across the county, in-home volunteer support, court-appointed guardianship via the VASIA program, free mental health counseling, and structured resource navigation. SCHC does not operate proprietary technology platforms; coordination occurs through case management workflows rather than digital products. The organization has no app, no API, and no disclosed software integrations.

SCHC is funded entirely through a diversified mix of individual donations, planned gifts, recurring contributions, foundation grants, corporate sponsorships and matching gift programs, and special-event fundraising (notably the annual Speakeasy Bourbon Fundraiser). It receives support from named institutional funders including the Hamilton County Community Foundation, United Way of Central Indiana, Beck Family Foundation, Crosser Family Foundation, Lacy Foundation, Duke Energy, and others. The organization is governed by a 12-member Board of Directors and led by Executive Director Lauren Guynn, JD/LCSW, who was hired in 2015 to execute a strategic plan that expanded the program portfolio from two to five programs.

Name

The Shepherd's Center Of Hamilton County Inc

Legal name

The Shepherd's Center of Hamilton County Inc

Website

https://shepherdscenterofhamiltoncounty.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Shepherd's Center of Hamilton County is a Noblesville, Indiana-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers five free programs — Together Today, Community Caring, Reaching Resources, Guardianship, and Counseling — to help over 1,000 adults aged 55+ in Hamilton County safely age in place and avoid isolation, funded entirely through donations, grants, and fundraising events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Senior Services / Aging-In-Place Nonprofit

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGACAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

Keywords

• Senior services
• Aging in place
• Nonprofit programs
• Volunteer support
• Social engagement

Headquarters

HQ city

Noblesville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Tax-deductible donations from individuals accepting online payments (2.5% processing fee), mail-in donations, and recurring monthly donations.
2. Planned Gifts: Planned giving options including IRA distributions, stock donations, donor advised fund contributions, and legacy pledges.
3. Foundation Grants: Support from institutional foundations including Beck Family Foundation, Crosser Family Foundation, Hamilton County Community Foundation, Lacy Foundation, and others.
4. Special Event Fundraisers: Annual fundraising events such as the Speakeasy Bourbon Fundraiser with ticket sales, table sponsorships, and auction items.
5. Corporate Partnerships: Corporate sponsorships and matching gift programs from business partners.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Shepherd's Center of Hamilton County delivers a portfolio of five free programs that support independent living and social engagement for adults 55+ in Hamilton County, Indiana: Together Today (weekly socialization groups), Community Caring (volunteer-based in-home support), Reaching Resources (resource navigation and case management), Guardianship Program (court-appointed VASIA legal guardianship), and Counseling Program (free mental health counseling). Services are provided at no charge and funded entirely by donations, grants, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising events.

Product overview

The Shepherd's Center of Hamilton County is a non-profit organization offering a suite of five interconnected social service programs for seniors 55+ in Hamilton County, Indiana. The core portfolio includes: Together Today (daily socialization groups), Community Caring (volunteer-based in-home support), Reaching Resources (comprehensive resource navigation hub), Guardianship Program (court-appointed legal guardianship), and Counseling Program (free mental health services). All programs work together to help seniors age in place safely while preventing isolation. Additional offerings include a Caregiver Resources hub and fundraising events like the annual Speakeasy Bourbon Fundraiser.

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Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Community Caring Volunteer-driven in-home support program that pairs trained, background-screened volunteers with home-bound, isolated, and financially fragile adults 55+ to provide transportation to medical appointments, friendly visitation, light home safety modifications, and yard work. Targeted at seniors who cannot easily leave their homes.
• Together Today Weekly daytime social engagement program for adults 55+, meeting at six partner locations across Hamilton County (Noblesville, Sheridan, Westfield, Carmel, Fishers South, Fishers North). Each session includes meals, socialization, activities, games, and health-related educational presentations. Designed to combat isolation and provide accessible gathering opportunities.
• Guardianship Program (VASIA) Court-appointed legal guardianship service for incapacitated adults in Hamilton County, operated by SCHC under the VASIA Guardianship Program in partnership with the Hamilton County court system. SCHC serves as the legal guardian, supported by trained Volunteer Advocates who provide ongoing advocacy and monitoring.
• Reaching Resources Resource navigation and case management hub for older adults in Hamilton County. Case managers conduct in-home intake assessments, develop action plans, and connect seniors with community services and supports on an ongoing basis. Targeted at seniors needing personalized guidance to access aging services.
• Counseling Program Free mental health counseling provided by licensed therapists (LCSW/MSW staff) for seniors and caregivers navigating grief, anxiety, isolation, life transitions, and aging-related emotional challenges. Uses a client-tailored, emotion-focused therapeutic approach.
• Caregiver Resources Hub Online resource hub that aggregates external caregiver-support categories and service providers, including adult day care, assisted living, caregiver support groups, financial assistance, food assistance, health, hospice, housing, legal, transportation, and more. Aims to connect caregivers with the broader Hamilton County aging-services network.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1,000 seniors served annually across five programs
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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No

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Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered leading partner and supporting partner.

• Cardonleading partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Senior resource hub partner providing sponsorship for Together Today program locations and events including the 2026 Speakeasy Fundraiser.
• CICOA (Aging and Disability Resource Center)leading partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022INconnect partner collaborating on aging and disability services coordination in Hamilton County.
• City of Fishersleading partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Municipal partner supporting senior services and hosting Together Today programs in Fishers locations.
• Hamilton County Courtsleading partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Judicial partner establishing the VASIA Guardianship Program through the Hamilton County court system.
• Hamilton County Health Departmentleading partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022County health agency collaborating on senior health resources and wellness programs.
• Indiana State Supreme Court Administrationleading partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022State judicial partner overseeing VASIA Guardianship Program standards and administration.
• IU Healthleading partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Major healthcare system partner providing health-related presentations and resources at Together Today programs.
• Majestic Careleading partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Senior care provider partner collaborating on assisted living resources and referrals.
• Ascension St. Vincentsupporting partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Healthcare system partner providing PACE program and health services for seniors.
• Orchard Park Presbyterian Churchsupporting partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Faith community host site for Together Today Carmel program.
• CrossRoads Church (Westfield)supporting partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Faith community host site for Together Today Westfield program.
• Christ the Savior Lutheran Churchsupporting partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Faith community host site for Together Today Fishers North program.
• First Presbyterian Church (Noblesville)supporting partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Faith community host site for Together Today Noblesville program.
• Spicewood Gardens (Sheridan)supporting partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Housing community host site for Together Today Sheridan program.
• Grace Church (Noblesville)supporting partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Large faith community providing facilities for Together Today Central program and other services.
• Meals on Wheels of Hamilton Countysupporting partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Senior nutrition partner providing meals and connecting seniors to SCHC resources.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions: Indianapolis-based Area Agency on Aging providing case management, in-home services, and caregiver support across Central Indiana. Direct peer because CICOA is already a strategic partner of SCHC and serves overlapping senior populations in Hamilton County with comparable service categories.
• Meals on Wheels of Hamilton County: Local nonprofit providing meal delivery and senior nutrition services in Hamilton County. Direct peer because it serves the same 55+ population, shares partnership ties (SCHC's Development Director previously served as CDMO here), and addresses overlapping needs around senior isolation and aging in place.
• Central Indiana Council on Aging (CICOA) Foundation: Fundraising arm supporting CICOA's senior services mission across Central Indiana. Directly comparable as a peer fundraising entity seeking philanthropic and corporate support for the same population of older adults in Hamilton and surrounding counties.

Broad incumbents

• Shepherd's Center of America: National umbrella organization overseeing 55 affiliated Shepherd's Centers including SCHC. Broad incumbent because it operates as the parent network providing shared branding, best practices, and standards, while SCHC is one of the local affiliates.
• National Council on Aging (NCOA): National nonprofit advocating for older adults and supporting community-based aging programs. Comparable as a broader incumbent shaping policy, funding, and best practices for senior services organizations like SCHC.
• AARP Indiana: State-level advocacy and resource organization for adults 50+ in Indiana. Adjacent peer because it offers information, referrals, and community programs serving similar senior populations through a far larger membership-based infrastructure.

Regional players

• Indiana Guardianship Services / VASIA statewide affiliates: Statewide network of court-appointed guardianship programs under VASIA. Relevant peer because SCHC's Guardianship Program operates within this state-administered framework, and other county-level VASIA affiliates serve comparable incapacity guardianship roles.
• Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter: Regional nonprofit providing dementia-specific caregiver support, education, and resources across Indiana. Comparable as a regional niche provider offering counseling and caregiver support services partially overlapping with SCHC's Counseling and Reaching Resources programs.

Others

• Indiana Association of Area Agencies on Aging: Statewide association coordinating the 16 Area Agencies on Aging that administer Older Americans Act services in Indiana. Relevant as an ecosystem/infrastructure entity that channels federal and state funding to community-based senior service providers like SCHC.

Emerging players

• Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly - Indianapolis: National nonprofit with an Indianapolis chapter providing companionship and social support to isolated elders. Comparable as an emerging peer offering volunteer-based socialization and visit services that overlap with SCHC's Community Caring and Together Today programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/SCofHC
• Instagraminstagram.com/scofhc
• TikToktiktok.com/@shepherds.center

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Number of profiles

Profiles26 records

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