Brittany Lyon – East Coaster to Hoosier and staying active in Kosciusko County

Brittany Lyon has many talents to say the least. Hear how her drive and resiliency has taken her down a variety of paths to serving others. From home care and hospice to the police academy, Brittany is anything but ordinary!

Show Notes

• Brittany grew up in Vermont just across the Canadian border––Brittany could literally throw a stone into Canada.

• As a child, she and her siblings lived part of the year in Indiana with aunt and cousins, which is how she came to know and love the area. Brittany said, “I love this community. When I came here as a kid I knew this was going to be home.”

• After finishing high school, Brittany enrolled at Grace College, packed everything she owned, and journeyed from the east coast to plant permanent roots in Indiana.

• With interests in different areas, Brittany has worked in the nonprofit sector, and also has a background in criminal justice. She currently serves as a business development associate for Kosciusko Home & Hospice, and is also a reserve officer for Winona Lake Police Department.

• When asked what Brittany enjoys doing in the wintertime, she admitted she loves to cozy up with a book, but still enjoys staying active at the gym and/or on the trails. She also noted that Kosciusko County has plenty of great restaurants to visit. One thing Brittany would love to see come to life in the community is a rock climbing gym!

• As someone who enjoys an active lifestyle, Brittany recommended checking out CrossFit Haymaker, Get Fit 24, Giverny Fitness Studio and the Kosciusko Community YMCA.

• Brittany recommends checking out the Beyer Farm Greenway Trailhead and the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts is a must-go if you haven’t been!