Lutheran Services in America

Lutheran social ministries have a long-standing faith tradition of service in over 1,400 communities in America. Our presence and partnerships in these communities position us to build congressional and administration support for policies and funding that advance health and opportunity for all people. Revisit our conversation featuring Dr. John J. Dilulio and Dr. Stanley Carlson-Thies who were instrumental in setting up the White House Office of Faith-based and Community Initiatives. Experience this Strength & Service Series session on how to keep faith-based, community-driven solutions at the heart of our national response to poverty.

Today, on National Senior Citizens Day, we celebrate the contributions of older adults across the country and recognize their strength and resilience. #SeniorCitizensDay

Join us for a two-part webinar featuring renowned AI expert Nathan Chappell, MBA, MNA, CFRE, one of the world’s foremost experts on the intersection between artificial intelligence and philanthropy. In this webinar series, we will outline the critical role of AI in shaping the future of nonprofit fundraising and societal well-being. Part 1 on September 24 will explore the urgent need for innovation in the sector, driven by the increasing competition not only for funds but for meaningful connections in a digitally saturated environment. Register today!

Our public policy and advocacy work supports our members in sharing the important role that social ministries have in their communities. Our efforts aim to strengthen congressional and regulatory support for policies and funding that improve the health and well-being of people with a focus on improving access to care. Learn more about our efforts to advance health and opportunity for all!

Discover how Lutheran Services in America is working to keep families together and address disparities in the child welfare system. Our Together We Can video series highlights the work we’re doing through our Results Innovation Lab with AK Child & Family in Alaska, St. John's United Home Health and Hospice in Montana, LSS of South Dakota and Lutheran Community Services Northwest in Washington state. Through collaboration and innovation, we’re creating pathways for families to thrive. Watch these inspiring stories to see how our network is making a difference. #TogetherWeCan #FamilyStabilization #LutheranServices https://lnkd.in/eQC_3ix5

Lutheran Services for the Aging, the senior services affiliate of our member Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC), has received an investment-grade rating with a stable outlook from Fitch Ratings! This milestone marks LSC as a low to moderate credit risk, a sign of its strong governance, financial stewardship, and commitment to quality care. Congrats, Lutheran Services Carolinas, on receiving this recognition!

Honored to have Lutheran Services in America involved in this work. Many thanks to Sue Pechilio Polis and Susan Newton, Ed.D. for their leadership as we work across the sector to reshape and foster alignment between health and social care systems to increase health equity for marginalized and underserved communities.  This is the Lutheran Services in America network!

Our Strength & Service Series brings together some of the brightest minds in our field to explore new practices and help you propel your organization forward. The session "Innovative Approaches to Measuring Impact in Lutheran Services in America Collaboratives," featuring Jackie Heap Aman of the Amherst H. Wilder Foundation, Rose Johnson & Sarah Mihich, MPA, CNP of Transform Consulting Group, Katy Smith of AK Child & Family, and Michelle Madsen & Tanya Urquieta of LSS of South Dakota, covered innovative strategies for connecting rural older adults to essential supports and integrating race equity into family stabilization work. If you missed it, don't worry! Watch the recording to catch all the valuable insights.

Thanks to our strong partnership with the Consumer Technology Association Foundation and Select Rehabilitation, the CTA Foundation and Mynd Immersive selected our member organization THE LUTHERAN CARE NETWORK as an inaugural recipient of virtual reality devices and A.I. software to combat social isolation amongst older adults at its skilled nursing facility in Poughkeepsie, New York. The Lutheran Care Network is one of just four senior care organizations to participate in the virtual reality program, named “The Great American Elderverse,” occurring in post-acute rehabilitation and therapeutic recreation programs in the tri-state area. Find out more!

Looking for an opportunity in health and housing? Look no further! We're seeking a director to help drive our health and housing portfolio. Apply today to join our team on Capitol Hill.