Neal Home Invites the Community to Retirement Celebration of Joyce Eckelbarger

— Neal Home is celebrating a significant leadership transition as  longtime Executive Director Joyce Eckelbarger prepares to retire after sixteen years of
dedicated service and Mackenzie Danely steps into the role of Director.

For more than two decades, Eckelbarger has provided leadership, compassion, and a deep  commitment to the residents of Neal Home. During her years of service, she has helped  maintain the warm, caring, and home-like environment that has long defined the  organization. Joyce has been actively involved in her local community for many years, particularly with Revolution Community Church.

“Joyce has given so much of herself to Neal Home and the people who call it home,” said  Bruce Vernon, Board President. “For sixteen years, her compassion, leadership, and  dedication have touched countless lives. We are incredibly grateful for her service and the  lasting impact she has made on Neal Home, our residents, and their families.”

As Neal Home celebrates Eckelbarger’s years of service, the organization is also pleased  to welcome Mackenzie Danely as its new Director.
Danely is a 2025 graduate of Indiana University Kokomo, where she earned a degree in  psychology. Her educational background, enthusiasm, and commitment to serving others  provide a strong foundation for building meaningful relationships with residents, families,
staff, and the community.

“We are excited to welcome Mackenzie to Neal Home,” said Connie Tribbett, Board  Secretary. “Her energy and enthusiasm, combined with her commitment to serving others,  make her a wonderful fit for the organization. We look forward to watching her build on the  strong foundation established at Neal Home while bringing her own ideas and leadership  to the role.”

Danely will continue Neal Home’s longstanding commitment to providing a supportive and  welcoming environment for its residents while honoring the traditions and values that have  guided the organization for more than a century.

The community is invited to join Neal Home for a special reception honoring Eckelbarger’s  retirement and welcoming Danely.

Retirement and Welcome Reception
Sunday, August 2
1:30–3:00 p.m.
Neal Home
2518 George Street, Logansport

Friends, family, former residents and their families, colleagues, and community members are encouraged to stop by, thank Joyce for her sixteen years of dedicated service, and meet  and welcome Mackenzie to Neal Home.

About Neal Home
Founded in 1903, Neal Home has a long history of serving older adults in the Logansport  community. As a senior living residence for men and women, Neal Home is committed to  providing a welcoming, supportive, and home-like environment where residents are  treated with care, compassion, and respect.