Ben Blankenship has spent more than 20 years serving area seniors. He joined Westminster Village in 2013 as the Health Facility Administrator. While in this role, he led the Health Center to a five-star Medicare rating for four years and achieved a deficiency-free health inspection. In May 2017, Ben was promoted to Associate Executive Director where he led multiple departments as well as special projects. In February 2019, the Board of Directors selected Ben to lead the Village as the next Executive Director. Ben earned his bachelor’s degree from Georgetown College in Kentucky and earned his MBA in Healthcare Management from Indiana Wesleyan. Ben is a licensed Health Facility Administrator (HFA) in Indiana, certified as an HFA preceptor and is white-belt certified in Lean Six Sigma. In addition to his duties at the Village, Ben is an adjunct faculty member at Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, serves as the President of the Maverick Club and is a board member of Tippecanoe Senior Services. Ben also volunteers within the Greater Lafayette community serving various non-profit organizations. Ben is married to Amy and they have three daughters. In his spare time, Ben enjoys spending time with his family, landscaping and traveling.

Joel joined the board of directors in December of 2021 and is the current treasurer of the organization.  He grew up in Fishers and moved to the area to attend Purdue University where he studied Business Management.  It was there that he met his wife, Molly, a Lafayette native and Jefferson High School alum.  It was through her, that he developed a deep love for the city.  After all, Joel’s wife is one of the original designers of our Lafayette City Flag adopted in 2007.  Joel works for both First Merchants Bank as a Banking Center Manager and City of God Church as a Worship Pastor and enjoys spending time with his 4 children.

David, a local small business owner, is deeply passionate about enhancing the lives of seniors in the community. His primary focus is to promote independence, well-being, and social engagement among older adults. Serving on the board of Tippecanoe Senior Services is a great honor for him as it allows him to contribute towards achieving these goals for local seniors.
Advocating for the needs of seniors lies at the heart of David’s commitment. He actively collaborates with community partners, government agencies, and fellow board members to establish valuable partnerships and develop innovative solutions. By doing so, David aims to address the evolving needs of the aging population and ensure their well-being.
Being part of Tippecanoe Senior Services, a long-standing fixture in the community, is both a privilege and a responsibility for David. He understands the organization’s significance and the positive impact it has on seniors’ lives. By serving on the board, David actively participates in shaping the organization’s programs and initiatives, striving to make a meaningful difference.
Through his collaboration and dedication, David aims to create a supportive environment for seniors, enabling them to thrive and enjoy a fulfilling life. His contributions, alongside the efforts of his fellow board members, contribute to the continued success of Tippecanoe Senior Services in its mission to empower and support local seniors.