Indiana Assisted Living Association’s (INALA) mission is to promote the interests of the assisted living industry in Indiana and to enhance the quality of life for the population it serves.
To provide an organization in which assisted living providers can unite, exchange information and interact with peers.
To be the leading recognized source of information, education and advocacy for the industry.
To encourage and promote the development of high standards for the assisted living industry.
To provide an organization in which assisted living providers can unite, exchange information and interact with peers.
To assist provider members by addressing issues and challenges as they arise in this emerging industry.
To raise public awareness and knowledge about assisted living.
To respond promptly, responsibly and confidentially to each provider member, consumer of assisted living services
How does Indiana Assisted Living Association serve you and your community?
For decades, INALA has served the public through acting as a teacher, mentor and advocate of assisted living facilities. At the end of 2015, we renewed our focus on meeting the needs of seniors.
While continuing to serve and advocate for assisted living facilities, INALA launched a new website, equipped with a search tool to find facilities near your location, including the amenities and price range you desire.
The new site also offers a cost calculator, a glossary of terms you may encounter while searching for an assisted living facility, as well as resources and information to help you make an educated decision while choosing your or your family member’s new home.
President
LaChele Henkle Weaver (2026)
President/CEO
Luminary Senior Living, LLC
2230 Stafford, Suite 115
Plainfield, IN 46168
Vice-President
Sherri Berghoff,
President/Founder
One Purpose Senior Services
5904 E. State Blvd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
Treasurer and Secretary
Mandy Lynch
Executive Director
Providence Healthcare
1 Sisters of Providence
St. Mary-of the- Woods, IN 47876
Dan Kenyon INALA Executive Director
INALA members also receive association support from the LeadingAge Indiana staff. This includes the expertise of:
Eric Essley President
Tina Bowman Executive Vice President, Operations
Kate McGormley Events and Education Manager
t 317-733-2390
Cheryl Sarver, District Director Operations for Indiana and Kentucky
Brookdale Senior Living Solutions
Cheryl Mentink, In Touch Pharmaceuticals, 1150 Eastport Centre Drive Valparaiso, IN 46383
Gina Wagler, Executive Director, Parkview Christian Village, 800 S. West St., Odon, IN 47562
James Kesler, Executive Director, Bloom at Kokomo, 2800 S. Dixon Rd. Kokomo, IN 46902
Amanda Green, Executive Director of Strategic Development, Healthcare Therapy Services, Inc. (HTS) 1500 American Way, Suite 110 Greenwood, IN 46143
Amanda Marquis, Executive Director The Leland Legacy 900 South A Street Richmond, IN 47374
Counsel, John Sharpe, Attorney at Law Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP One Indiana Square, Suite 3500 Indianapolis, IN 46204
One of Indiana Assisted Living Association’s most important functions is to advocate on behalf of members through interactions with state agencies, legislators and other government representatives.
While the legislative assembly is in session, INALA maintains a constant lobby presence at the State House. Executive Director, Dan Kenyon, monitors legislation proceedings through committee hearings, testifies before committees on issues that impact assisted living residents and providers, and meets individually with legislators to discuss policy.
INALA pays special attention to legislation that impacts health care facilities, assisted living regulations, professional licensing, corporate taxes and health care.
INALA is a State Affiliate of Argentum, formerly the Assisted Living Federation of America which works as an advocacy partner on a national level.
INALA is committed to making sure policymakers understand the impact of policy decisions on seniors receiving care and on assisted living providers.
INALA encourages you to get involved and share your thoughts, experiences, comments with your state and federal legislators. Or, if you have an issue you’d like to see addressed, please don’t hesitate to contact INALA.