A monthly educational series for mature adults, their families, & lifelong learners designed to educate, equip, and empower.
A monthly educational series for mature adults, their families, & lifelong learners designed to educate, equip, and empower.
Your Silver Journey
Free, monthly education for older adults, families, and/or caregivers — no sales, no pressure.
Aging decisions are complex. Information shouldn’t be. Your Silver Journey is a library-hosted seminar series designed to help you understand options, ask better questions, and make informed decisions before crisis forces them.
Location: Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library – Zionsville Branch
250 N 5th St, Zionsville, IN 46077
Enter off the 5th Street entrance.
Senior Living Series: 2nd Monday of each month @ 2:00
Adult Children Series: 3rd Tuesday of each month @ 4:30
Seating is Limited
Use the RSVP Button (takes you to SignUpGenius) or call/text 317-413-1360. Your contact information is used for seminar reminders. Never shared or used for solicitation.
Two series. One mission.
Senior Living Education Series
Monthly seminars covering the topics families face most often, such as Aging in Place and Independence, Financial and Legal Planning, Housing Options, and Timing Decisions, all to plan and equip before a crisis.
When: Second Monday of each month
Time: 2:00-3:30 pm
Adult Children of Aging Parents Education Series
Designed to support adult children and caregivers with planning, caregiving, and decision-making—so they’re prepared before situations become urgent.
When: Third Tuesday of each month
Time: 4:30-6:00 pm
Abut Your Silver Journey
WHY THIS SERIES EXISTS
WHY THIS SERIES EXISTS
WHY THIS SERIES EXISTS
Too often, families are forced to make important aging-related decisions during moments of stress, illness, or urgency—without having had the chance to learn calmly or explore options without pressure.
Your Silver Journey was created to change that.
This series provides:
- Education before decisions are urgen
- Clear, unbiased information
- Respect
Too often, families are forced to make important aging-related decisions during moments of stress, illness, or urgency—without having had the chance to learn calmly or explore options without pressure.
Your Silver Journey was created to change that.
This series provides:
- Education before decisions are urgen
- Clear, unbiased information
- Respect for dignity, autonomy, and choice
- A calm, welcoming environment to learn and ask questions
No selling. No solicitation. No obligation.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
WHY THIS SERIES EXISTS
WHY THIS SERIES EXISTS
This series is designed for:
- Retirees planning their next chapter
- Individuals and couples who want clarity without urgency
- Adult children supporting aging parents
- Family caregivers seeking credible guidance
Some attendees come with immediate questions. Others attend simply to learn ahead of time.
There is no “right” place to start.
WHAT TO EXPECT
WHY THIS SERIES EXISTS
WHAT TO EXPECT
At every seminar, you can expect:
- Plain-language explanations
- Trusted local professionals serving as educators only
- Moderated, balanced panel discussions
- Time for audience questions
- Resources you can take home
You will never be sold to, pressured, or asked to make a decision.
leadership Team
Lee Ann Balta, Co-Founder | Moderator
Betzy Bautista, Co-Founder | Operations
Betzy Bautista, Co-Founder | Operations
Lee Ann Balta is a community educator, speaker, and advocate for helping older adults and their families approach life’s transitions with greater clarity, confidence, and dignity.
As co-founder of Your Silver Journey, Lee Ann brings structure and practical guidance to conversations that can often feel complicated or overwhelming. She is known for organizing complex information, asking thoughtful questions, and helping families understand the decisions, resources, and next steps that may be involved as needs change over time.
Through free seminars, workshops, and community partnerships, Lee Ann helps connect attendees with trusted local professionals who can provide education on aging in place, caregiving, legal preparation, financial considerations, senior living options, home safety, downsizing, and family communication.
Her strength is creating a clear path through difficult subjects. Lee Ann believes families are better equipped to make thoughtful decisions when they have reliable information before a crisis occurs. Her education-first approach is calm, practical, and grounded in respect for each person’s independence and individual circumstances.
Working alongside Betzy Bautista, Lee Ann combines strategic planning and educational clarity with Betzy’s warmth, bilingual communication, and cultural connection. Together, they create a welcoming space where older adults and their families can ask questions, explore options, and feel supported without pressure.
Lee Ann is also an active community volunteer and is committed to building stronger connections among families, local organizations, and professionals who serve older adults.
Her goal is simple: to help people prepare thoughtfully, protect their dignity, and move forward with greater peace of mind.
Betzy Bautista, Co-Founder | Operations
Betzy Bautista, Co-Founder | Operations
Betzy Bautista, Co-Founder | Operations
Betzy Bautista is a community educator, bilingual advocate, and compassionate connector who is committed to helping older adults and their families feel welcomed, understood, and supported.
As co-founder of Your Silver Journey, Betzy helps create inclusive educational programs where families can receive practical information, ask questions, and connect with trusted community resources. Her warmth and relationship-centered approach help make conversations about aging, caregiving, future planning, and changing family needs feel more approachable.
Betzy’s strength is her ability to build trust across languages, cultures, and generations. Through bilingual communication and cultural understanding, she helps English- and Spanish-speaking families participate more fully in important conversations and feel confident seeking the information and support they need.
Working alongside Lee Ann Balta, Betzy brings heartfelt communication, empathy, and personal connection to Lee Ann’s structured planning and educational guidance. Their complementary strengths allow Your Silver Journey to offer both clear information and a deeply human experience.
Betzy believes no family should feel isolated or overlooked while navigating life’s transitions. She is passionate about creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and respected, regardless of their background or where they are in the planning process.
Through community education and volunteer service, Betzy helps strengthen connections among families, professionals, and local organizations. Her goal is to make trusted information more accessible and to remind families that they do not have to navigate these decisions alone.