Below are LHS press releases with the most recent news listed first. Photos are available upon request.
Contact: Kari Bucher
Toledo, Ohio, September 19, 2011 —
Lutheran Homes Society (LHS) announces the appointment of Amanda Schroeder as the new Executive Director for LHS Housing & Community Services.
Ms. Schroeder is responsible for overseeing the operation of all housing properties, service coordination, and community service programs. In addition, she is responsible for community relations and business development, as well as the coordination of LHS Housing & Community Services’ business strategies with other LHS ministries. Since November 2010, Ms. Schroeder has worked at LHS; first as the Quality Assurance and Community Program Liaison at LHS Housing & Community Services and then as Director of Community Programs. Before joining LHS, she worked more than a year as a WRAPAround Coordinator at Pathways Counseling Center in Ottawa, Ohio, and then worked for four years in various capacities with the Area Agency on Aging in Lima, Ohio. “Amanda brings to our ministry a great deal of hands-on experience of working with needy elderly,” stated David Roberts, LHS President/CEO. “She has clinical and care management expertise that will enable her to expand our housing and community services program.” Ms. Schroeder is a licensed social worker (LSW). She graduated from The University of Findlay with a Bachelor of Arts in social work and later received a Master of Business Administration with a healthcare concentration from the same institution. She resides in Leipsic, Ohio, with her husband, Matt, and her son, Preston. “I have a great deal of experience working with home and community-based services, and I hope to grow and expand Lutheran Homes Society's programs to better serve our residents,” Ms. Schroeder stated. Lutheran Homes Society was founded on August 6, 1860, in the days leading up to the Civil War. The Society's ministry began as a home for orphans, but expanded in 1906 to include care of the elderly. Today, more than 2,500 youth and elderly located throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan benefit from the Society's residential and community services. -30-
Toledo, Ohio, August 15, 2011 —
Lutheran Homes Society (LHS) announces the promotion of Steve Dumke to Senior Executive Director. Mr. Dumke will have direct oversight of two of LHS' long-term care ministries: Lutheran Memorial Home in Sandusky and Lutheran Home at Napoleon.
Mr. Dumke's primary goals as Senior Executive Director will be to drive the organization's strategic initiatives for the two campuses, to develop new services, and to expand systems, census, and rehabilitation utilization. The Napoleon campus includes the 100-bed Lutheran Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 40 Alpine Village assisted living residences, and 39 Bavarian Village independent living residences. The Sandusky campus includes a 60-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility and an on-site dialysis center. “With all of the changes to the long-term care industry and all of our service initiatives, there was a significant need for a new position to implement change, address more global facility issues, and work with facilities to meet quality of care, financial, and strategic change goals,” stated David Roberts, President/CEO of Lutheran Homes Society. “Steve is a servant of strong faith who is dedicated to the mission of Lutheran Homes Society. In this position, he will work with the Vice President of Long Term Services and the Executive Directors at the sites to develop our services and enhance operations to best meet the needs of our residents,” Mr. Roberts added. Most recently, Mr. Dumke served as Executive Director at Lutheran Home at Napoleon. Prior, he served as Executive Director at Lutheran Memorial Home, Assistant Administrator at Lutheran Village at Wolf Creek in Holland, Ohio, and Director of Human Resources at Wolf Creek. Mr. Dumke is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA). He graduated with a bachelor's degree from Bowling Green State University and received his Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Toledo. He resides in Perrysburg, Ohio, with his wife and daughter. Lutheran Homes Society was founded on August 6, 1860, in the days leading up to the Civil War. The Society's ministry began as a home for orphans, but expanded in 1906 to include care of the elderly. Today, more than 2,500 youth and elderly located throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan benefit from the Society's residential and community services. -30-
Toledo, Ohio, August 9, 2011 —
Lutheran Homes Society (LHS) announces the appointment of Nicole Giesige as Executive Director of Lutheran Home at Napoleon, a LHS ministry in Henry County consisting of independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing care, and rehabilitation services.
As Executive Director, Mrs. Giesige will be responsible for the ongoing operations, community relations, and business development of the Napoleon campus. The campus includes the 99-bed Lutheran Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 40 Alpine Village assisted living apartments, and 39 Bavarian Village independent living residences. Prior to joining LHS, Mrs. Giesige has worked as a nursing home administrator since 2002. “We welcome Nicole to the Lutheran Homes Society family,” said David Roberts, President/CEO. “She comes to us with a strong resume of progressive leadership and joins a team of dedicated professionals who will work together to continue the tradition of quality care and service to area seniors.” Ms. Giesige is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA). She graduated from Bowling Green State University with a bachelor of science in gerontology with an emphasis in long-term care. She resides in Hamler, Ohio, with her husband, Tom, and daughters, Madeline and Madison. “I am looking forward to serving the Henry County community by helping people meet their long-term care and rehabilitative needs,” Mrs. Giesige said. Lutheran Home at Napoleon is a ministry of Lutheran Homes Society. The Society was founded on August 6, 1860, in the days leading up to the Civil War. The Society's ministry began as a home for orphans, but expanded in 1906 to include care of the elderly. The Napoleon campus began operation in 1985. Today, more than 2,500 youth and elderly located throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan benefit from the Society's residential and community services. -30-
Toledo, Ohio, July 26, 2011 —
Lutheran Homes Society (LHS) announces the appointment of Angela Powell as Executive Director of Lutheran Village of Wolf Creek, a retirement community located at 2001 Perrysburg-Holland Road in Holland, Ohio.
Mrs. Powell has been with LHS since 2002. Most recently, she served as Executive Director at Lutheran Memorial Home, LHS’ long-term care ministry in Sandusky, Ohio. She completed her Administrator-in-Training program at the Sandusky facility while serving as Associate Executive Director. She also has served as Director of Human Resources at Lutheran Home at Toledo. As Executive Director of the Wolf Creek campus, Mrs. Powell will be responsible for the ongoing operations, community relations, and business development of the retirement community, which is a ministry of LHS in partnership with St. Luke's Hospital. The campus offers independent living, assisted living, long-term and short-term nursing care, rehabilitation services, and respite care. “Angie is a servant with a strong faith, and I am convinced she will bring enthusiasm, implement innovative ideas, and provide strong leadership at our Wolf Creek ministry, as she did at Sandusky,” stated David Roberts, LHS President/CEO. Mrs. Powell is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) and a certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR). She graduated from the University of Toledo with a double major in human resource management and organizational development. She resides in Woodville, Ohio, with her husband and son. “Lutheran Village at Wolf Creek is a beautiful campus that has a team of dedicated and caring staff and volunteers. I am excited to have the opportunity to join this team and to serve this dynamic ministry,” Mrs. Powell said. “I look forward to working with the residents, family members, volunteers and staff to move the Wolf Creek ministry forward and to accomplish our goal of providing the highest quality care and service to those we serve.” LHS was founded on August 6, 1860, in the days leading up to the Civil War. The Society's ministry began as a home for orphans, but expanded in 1906 to include care of the elderly. Today, more than 2,500 youth and elderly located throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan benefit from the Society's residential and community services. -30-
Toledo, Ohio, July 25, 2011 —
Lutheran Homes Society (LHS) announces the appointment of Deanna Dothard as Executive Director of Lutheran Memorial Home in Sandusky, a LHS ministry in Erie County providing skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and respite care.
As Executive Director, Mrs. Dothard will be responsible for the ongoing operations, community relations, and business development of the Sandusky campus.
For the past two years, she served as Associate Administrator at Lutheran Village at Wolf Creek, the LHS ministry in Holland, Ohio. She oversaw assisted living, independent living, the Village Store, and was volunteer coordinator for the campus. Prior to her LHS employment, she worked several years for the Saber Healthcare Group. “Deanna is uniquely qualified to lead our Sandusky ministry,” stated David Roberts, LHS President/CEO. “She was at our Wolf Creek ministry when we renovated the facility and helped implement our person-centered care initiative. Part of her new responsibilities will be to oversee the structural renovations of the Sandusky facility and the cultural change to person-centered care.” Mrs. Dothard is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA). She graduated from Ursuline College in Pepper Pike, Ohio, near Cleveland with a bachelor's degree in long-term care administration. She resides in Bowling Green, Ohio. “I am excited about working with the residents, family members, volunteers, and staff,” Mrs. Dothard stated. “I look forward to gaining a lot of experience, while at the same time helping the facility move forward. People are excited about all the physical and cultural changes happening here.” Lutheran Memorial Home is a ministry of Lutheran Homes Society. The Society was founded on August 6, 1860, in the days leading up to the Civil War. The Society's ministry began as a home for orphans, but expanded in 1906 to include care of the elderly. Today, more than 2,500 youth and elderly located throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan benefit from the Society's residential and community services. -30-
Toledo, Ohio, June 2, 2011 —
David Roberts, President/CEO of Lutheran Homes Society, and Nancy Wellman, Director of Public Policy Advocacy, joined peers from around the state in May at the LeadingAge Ohio Advocacy Conference to share the not-for-profit difference in senior services with state legislators and administration officials.
Nearly 100 not-for-profit senior service providers from around the state gathered at the statehouse to offer LeadingAge Ohio's proposals within the state's Medicaid program. Generally supportive of the Governor's stated commitment to overhaul the Medicaid reimbursement system for senior services and his proposed quality incentives for skilled nursing care, LeadingAge Ohio's proposal would work within the administration's framework and legislative leaders in the state budget bill. LeadingAge Ohio has presented a variety of potential changes to better reward those service providers, particularly skilled nursing facilities meeting quantifiable quality standards. “As a not-for-profit senior service provider, we are committed to providing quality services to our residents and the community-at-large. We understand the desire for choices in the most appropriate setting,” said Mr. Roberts. “We are supportive of the efforts by our state leaders to incorporate greater quality measures into senior services and are happy to work through our association to enact meaningful reform in the Medicaid reimbursement program.” LeadingAge Ohio representatives have testified before both the House and Senate Finance Committees and have shared their proposals with legislative and administration leadership. For more information on LeadingAge Ohio and its positions on the Medicaid and senior service funding visit www.leadingageohio.org and click on the “Advocacy” button. Founded in 1937, LeadingAge Ohio (formerly AOPHA) is a nonprofit association that represents approximately 400 not-for-profit long-term care organizations and those providing ancillary health care and housing services. LeadingAge Ohio and its members are committed to being at the forefront of innovation in providing quality housing and health care services for Ohio's older and disabled population. Lutheran Homes Society, a LeadingAge Ohio member, was founded on August 6, 1860, in the days leading up to the Civil War. The Society's ministry began as a home for orphans, but expanded in 1906 to include care of the elderly. Today, more than 2,500 youth and elderly located throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan benefit from the Society's residential and community services. As part of its mission, LHS serves as an advocate for troubled youth and frail elderly, whose voices otherwise might not be heard by policy shapers. -30-
Toledo, Ohio, April 21, 2011 —
Lutheran Homes Society (LHS) held a ceremony on April 20, 2011, to bless the construction of The Labuhn Center for Rehabilitation Services, which will be located on the Lutheran Home at Toledo campus, 131 N. Wheeling Street, Toledo.
The $4 million expansion will add 27 private rooms for short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The Labuhn Center is designed to provide person-centered care for patients. The renovations will allow both nurses and therapists to increase the level and type of care provided in the new therapy space and will incorporate many comforts of home to enhance the overall rehabilitation experience. The center is to be named after The Rev. Gerald H. Labuhn, LHS Executive Director Emeritus and Archivist, who has served LHS in various capacities for 60 years. Pastor Labuhn served as Executive Director of Lutheran Homes Society from 1964 to 1994. During the ceremony, David Roberts, LHS President/CEO, lauded Pastor Labuhn's long-standing work with the Society. “He personally stands for the hope and healing work that the Society has done over the years and continues to do today, Roberts said. "He has been an inspiration to residents, board members, volunteers, donors and all who have worked for him in this ministry to youth and elderly.” “It is truly fitting that this new skilled nursing and rehabilitation center will bear his name and will continue to provide hope and healing to the patients and residents who come here for therapy,” Roberts added. The Labuhn Center is scheduled to open in the spring of 2012. Renovation of the existing skilled nursing and rehabilitation unit will begin following the center's completion. Lutheran Homes Society was founded on August 6, 1860, in the days leading up to the Civil War. The Society's ministry began as a home for orphans, but expanded in 1906 to include care of the elderly. Today, more than 2,500 youth and elderly located throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan benefit from the Society's residential and community services. -30-
Toledo, Ohio, November 15, 2010 —
Lutheran Homes Society (LHS) is pleased to report that the organization has achieved an investment-grade rating of "BBB-" by Standard & Poor's for an upcoming bond issue. A “steady outlook” accompanied this rating. Proceeds from the bond issue will be used to refinance some of LHS' existing debt and fund various capital improvement projects for its communities.
It is notable that Lutheran Homes Society is one of approximately 80 senior living organizations across the country rated by Standard & Poor's. Herbert J. Sims & Co., investment banker for LHS, has reported that LHS is only the fifth agency in the country with a similar type of broad services line to be so rated. LHS was founded on August 6, 1860, in the days leading up to the Civil War. The Society's ministry began as a home for orphans, but expanded in 1906 to include care of the elderly. Today, more than 2,300 youth and elderly located throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan benefit from the Society's residential and community services. -30-
Toledo, Ohio, October 11 —
Lutheran Homes Society (LHS) has been awarded the Educational Assessment Guidelines Leading toward Excellence (EAGLE) Accreditation from the EAGLE Accreditation Commission of the United Methodist Association of Health & Welfare Ministries.
EAGLE Accreditation is designed for faith-based, health and wholeness organizations to enhance the quality of services provided. It incorporates organizational self study, verification by a team of trained peer reviewers, and mandatory participation by the organization's governing body to promote excellence in Christian ministry. “It is the only accreditation available that looks at an organization from a spiritual perspective,” explained Rev. Dr. James Dumke, LHS Vice President for Mission Advancement. “The process examines every aspect of an organization's purpose, structure, covenants, and operations from the perspective of its Mission and Core Values.” “EAGLE Accreditation enhances the care provided to our residents and clients by demonstrating the highest level of accountability and Lutheran Homes Society's continuing commitment to improve service delivery,” Dr. Dumke added. LHS first received EAGLE Accreditation in 2004 and was the first Lutheran organization in the nation to complete the EAGLE process and achieve accreditation. Currently, LHS is one of only six older adult ministries accredited in the state of Ohio. Lutheran Homes Society was founded on August 6, 1860, in the days leading up to the Civil War. The Society's ministry began as a home for orphans, but expanded in 1906 to include care of the elderly. Today, more than 2,300 youth and elderly located throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan benefit from the Society's residential and community services. -30-
Toledo, Ohio, August 10, 2010 —
To commemorate 150 years of service to youth and elderly in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan, Lutheran Homes Society (LHS) held a weekend of festivities on August 5-7, 2010. The weekend attracted more than 3,000 people and culminated with a Festival Celebration on Saturday, August 7.
The anniversary festivities began with the organization's 150th Annual Meeting of Member Congregations on Thursday, August 5, at the Stranahan Theater and Great Hall. Over 300 people attended the event, which included dinner, special recognitions and remarks by judicatory, government and social ministry representatives, a business meeting, and the annual report by LHS President/CEO David Roberts. A worship service followed, featuring the inaugural presentation of the hymn “Gratitude,” which was commissioned in honor of the 150th Anniversary by the LHS Board of Directors and sung by the Zoar Lutheran Church Choir. The evening concluded with a presentation by Rev. Gerald Labuhn, Executive Director Emeritus and Archivist, who has served the Society in various capacities for more than 50 years. The Annual Meeting kicked off a celebration weekend on the Society's Lutheran Home at Toledo campus at the corner of Wheeling and Seaman Streets. A Concert on the Lawn was held on Friday evening featuring The Deutschmeister German Band, The Choraliers and the Commanders of Harmony. A reunion of “orphans” of the former Lutheran Orphans' Home was held, with some of the former residents leading guided tours of the orphanage building that still stands at 2411 Seaman Street. Lutheran Homes Society's Festival Celebration wrapped up the weekend on Saturday. The family-friendly event featured an entertainment tent, where the Commanders of Harmony, Pride of Toledo Sweet Adelines, Cake Walkin' Jass Band, Toledo Swiss Singers and Schuhplattlers, and Johnny Ginger took to the stage. The day also included vintage games, food vendors, a chicken dinner, 1860s era craft displays, tours of the former Lutheran Orphans' Home and Museum, campus walking tours, a dunk tank, a hot air Balloon, and 19th Century activities for all ages provided by Metroparks of the Toledo Area, the Oregon-Jerusalem Historical Society and the Butterfly House. “The entire weekend was an opportunity to celebrate with the community our 150 years of compassionate care of youth and elders,” said Mr. Roberts. “We are truly grateful for the many years we have been able to faithfully serve those in need.” A Silent Auction was held as part of Saturday's Festival Celebration. All proceeds from the auction benefited Lutheran Homes Society's comprehensive “Everyone Deserves a Home” Campaign of Caring. The ongoing campaign supports the future needs of LHS' ministries. Lutheran Homes Society was founded on August 6, 1860, in the days leading up to the Civil War. The Society's ministry began as a home for orphans, but expanded in 1906 to include care of the elderly. Today, more than 2,300 youth and elderly located throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan benefit from the Society's residential and community services. -30-
Toledo, Ohio, April 30, 2010 —
Lutheran Homes Society (LHS) held a dedication ceremony and open house on April 29 to celebrate the opening of the Phase II expansion of Covenant Harbor senior housing community in Oak Harbor, Ohio. The expansion more than doubles the size of the community, increasing the number of apartments designed for seniors age 62 years and older from 14 to 38 affordable units.
The 24 new apartments feature one-bedroom, a full kitchen, bathroom and living room. All apartments are designed for aging in place and are wheelchair accessible. An on-site service coordinator is available to help residents find services that allow them to remain independent. In addition to the apartments, the construction includes new office space, a beauty shop, a laundry room, a wellness center, and a spacious community room featuring a small kitchen for light food preparation and two adjacent patios for use in warmer weather. The new construction at 240 Finke Road is connected to the original Covenant Harbor structure, opened in 2005, with an enclosed, heated corridor. Project financing came from a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development grant, with additional contributions by Lutheran Homes Society. “Rural ministries such as this one require significant investment by both the owner and the community,” said David Roberts, President/CEO of Lutheran Homes Society. “Beyond the partnership funds provided by HUD, LHS made a significant investment in the ministry by fully funding the community center. The faithfulness that has occurred here to God's call to serve elders can only be accomplished by the church's response to the call for social justice.” The Covenant Harbor senior community is the result of an ecumenical effort with St. John Lutheran Church, Oak Harbor United Methodist Church, and the City of Oak Harbor. Covenant Harbor has immediate openings for new residents. For more information, contact Sue Perrin at 419-898-6460 or by e-mail at SPerrin@LHSOH.org. Tours of the facility are available by appointment. Covenant Harbor is a ministry of Lutheran Homes Society and is one of 12 independent living communities LHS offers for seniors age 62 years and older. LHS has been serving the needs of the elderly and youth since 1860. Today, more than 2,300 individuals located throughout northwestern Ohio and southeastern Michigan benefit from the Society's residential and community services. -30-
Toledo, Ohio, March 30, 2010 —
Lutheran Homes Society (LHS) announces the appointment of Kathleen Lemmerbrock as Executive Director of LHS Foundation. The Foundation gathers, receives, invests, and disburses funds to the various LHS ministries that respond to the needs of troubled youth and the elderly in northwestern Ohio and southeastern Michigan.
Prior to joining LHS, Ms. Lemmerbrock worked for 12 years as the Synod Administrator of the Northwestern Ohio Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). “Kathy clearly expresses a passion for social ministry and brings tremendous gifts, including experience on the LHS Board of Directors and a strong working relationship with the 194 congregations of the Northwestern Ohio Synod,” stated Mr. David Roberts, President/CEO of Lutheran Homes Society. As Executive Director, Ms. Lemmerbrock will be responsible for the ongoing operations, community relations, and business development for LHS Foundation and will coordinate business strategies with other LHS ministries. “Her work in the Synod has established her as an energetic and respected leader, with a ‘can-do’ attitude, coupled with a strong sense of stewardship of resources,” Mr. Roberts added. Ms. Lemmerbrock holds master's degrees in English, public administration and technical writing from Bowling Green State University, as well as a bachelor's degree in English and education. She also has certifications in fundraising and board management from the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University. She resides in Sylvania, Ohio. “Lutheran Homes Society is synonymous with providing quality care and services for youth and older adults,” Ms. Lemmerbrock stated. “The function of the Foundation is to ensure a steady stream of donations through many giving avenues to enable this charitable care to continue both short and long term. I look forward to this challenge and opportunity. With the team assembled, both within the Foundation and the Society itself, and with God's continued grace and blessings, we will continue the good work of my predecessors.” Since 1860, Lutheran Homes Society has been serving the needs of the youth and elderly. What began as an orphanage for children in East Toledo has a grown into a social ministry organization serving more than 2,300 individuals throughout the region. On Aug. 6, 2010, Lutheran Homes Society will celebrate 150 years of serving youth and elderly through residential and support services. -30-
Oregon, Ohio, October 19, 2009 —
U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur, Ohio District 9, presented Lutheran Homes Society (LHS) with LEED® Silver Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council for its high performance, green school building at 40 S. Wheeling Street. The LHS building has been home to the Alternate Learning and Career Center-East since fall of 2008.
The building is the first school in Northwest Ohio to be LEED certified at any level. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a rating system developed by the U.S. Green Building Council that is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance, green buildings. In Ohio, the LHS building is only the second school to receive LEED Silver Certification and the first in the state to be designed by an Ohio architectural firm. The architect for the project was Buehrer Group Architecture & Engineering Inc. in Maumee, Ohio. “Since LEED certification is the only green type of certification that requires third party verification, the building had to prove its green design with stringent record keeping and inspections and testing throughout the building process,” said Kent Buehrer, lead architect. “The synergy created in this type of process produces a building that is very livable, healthy, sustainable, and has less impact on the environment.” To qualify for LEED certification, a concentrated effort was made during construction to save natural resources by using recycled materials and reusing available building materials. The primary way this was done was to carefully move a 1860s-era barn from the farm of the old LHS orphanage and make it into the school's cafeteria. The building also incorporates many energy-saving features: a closed loop electrical heat pump system with a cooling tower, motion and light sensing controls to reduce lighting energy loads, nearly twice the normal insulation in roofs and walls for commercial buildings, low flow fixtures, reduction in water usage by 40%, solar tube skylights, clearstory windows, and a decentralized heating system that allows for room-by-room temperature control. The building is located on land from the old farm, which served as a learning center of life's lessons for the orphans and continues to educate youth today. The Alternative Learning and Career Center-East is a collaboration between LHS Family & Youth Services, a LHS subsidiary ministry, and the Lucas County Educational Service Center. The school offers an educational program for Lucas County students with severe learning, behavioral, and/or mental health needs. “The school is an outstanding example of what can be achieved through the collaboration of government, the private sector, and non-profit organizations,” stated David Roberts, LHS President/CEO. “It also shows our commitment to social accountability in that we are dedicated to serving the community, and in an even larger sense, that we are socially accountable to the environment in which we operate.” Lutheran Homes Society has been serving the needs of the elderly and youth since 1860. Today, more than 2,300 individuals located throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan benefit from the residential and community services offered by LHS. -30-
Toledo, Ohio, March 31, 2009 —
Lutheran Homes Society (LHS), through its LHS Foundation, has closed on the purchase of 48.177 acres of land located on the southeast side of Van Wert, Ohio. The land will be used to build affordable and market-rate senior housing that will include a spiritual care component.
Leaders from Lutheran Homes Society will be working with local residents, clergy, business people and government officials to develop a housing ministry in Van Wert. Progress made by this committee will determine when building will commence. The housing will be available to all interested senior citizens regardless of their religious beliefs, color, nationality or income level. It will not be limited to Lutherans only. The proposed senior housing site is located on Hospital Drive (State Route 116), a quarter mile east of the Ervin Road and Hospital Drive intersection, adjacent to the Washington Place, Indian Lakes, and Willow Ridge subdivisions. It will be a half mile from the Van Wert Community Hospital. The vision for the senior housing includes a campus of market-rate independent living cottages, affordable congregate care apartments, and a chapel/senior center. Future development also may include independent living rental apartments. -30-
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Amanda Schroeder Becomes Executive Director for LHS Housing & Community Services
Lutheran Homes Society Names Senior Executive Director
New Executive Director Named for Lutheran Home at Napoleon
New Executive Director Named
for Lutheran Village at Wolf CreekNew Executive Director Named
for Lutheran Memorial Home in SanduskyLutheran Homes Society Representatives Take Message of
Quality Care for Older Ohioans to State LawmakersConstruction Begins on Lutheran Homes Society's
Labuhn Center for RehabilitationLutheran Homes Society Achieves Investment-Grade Rating
Lutheran Home Society Receives EAGLE Accreditation
Lutheran Home Society Celebrates 150th Anniversary
Lutheran Home Society Dedicates Covenant Harbor Expansion
Lutheran Homes Society Announces
Executive Director for LHS FoundationLEED® Silver Recognizes Environmental Performance
of LHS School BuildingLutheran Homes Society Purchases Land in Van Wert for Senior Housing