Decatur, Be Well!

A little bit about me...

Jenny Bowers Shultz is seeking the City Council District 1 seat in the upcoming local elections. Jenny is a native of Adams County, graduate of Adams Central  and is the daughter of Charlie and Carol Bowers of Monroe. Jenny has 2 children, Bristow and Lux Shultz who both attend Adams Central. For the last 7 years, Jenny has owned and operated Decatur Downdog Yoga studio in downtown Decatur where she offers yoga classes on a donation basis. She has donated countless hours teaching yoga and mindfulness to local organizations and in schools. Jenny received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from the University of Saint Francis and a Masters Degree in Business Administration from Roseman University of Health Sciences. Jenny has worked at Adams Memorial Hospital in several different roles throughout her 24 year nursing career. Jenny currently works as a home health care nurse for Parkview. Jenny received a health coaching certification through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. Jenny is a certified yoga therapeutic specialist through Yoga Medicine and continues seeking further education to share with others. Jenny is an advocate for health, wellness and empowerment of all individuals in making informed choices for themselves. Jenny has helped with many events in Decatur over the years. She has been a member of the Main Street Committee and Chamber of Commerce. She has contributed to the success of the Adams County Highland games and is a 2 time champion. Jenny mentored yoga instructors through the Africa Yoga Project for 2 years and created a yoga teacher training where she certified 14 locals to become instructors in our community. She offers online yoga courses and classes through her business, Jenny Be Well. Jenny has taught faculty and kids yoga at Adams Central and Bellmont schools. Jenny spent nearly 10 years living in Las Vegas when she was married. Because of that experience, she places high value on small town life for raising families, creating a sense of belonging and a strong community. Jenny uses the yoga studio and her coaching business to invest in the physical and mental health of others. “I respect and value the work city officials have done for our city. We have seen many positive changes over the last decade that give us pride as community members. If elected to City Council, I hope to continue efforts to invest in our local residents and businesses to create a thriving, connected community.” “I will work with local community leaders and residents on our common goals and for the betterment of all to build a safe, economically stable community where we can all thrive. I am seeking this office not only to continue to contribute to our Decatur, but also to set an example for the next generation in stepping forward and becoming more involved. I am honored and grateful to be of service to our community.” Follow Jenny on her FB pages to know her better: Jenny Bowers Shultz Decatur Downdog Yoga Jenny Be Well