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A Message from our CEO
Food for Body and Soul
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Dan Risch, CEO
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Did you know that Lincoln Lutheran, on behalf of the Racine County Department of Human Services, delivered more than 115,000 meals to seniors in our community last year? Did you know we served more than 1,300 people through our Meals on Wheels and Congregate Meal Site programs last year? Did you know that the vast majority of those meals were delivered by volunteers?
Summer is a great time for food - especially barbecuing. There is something special about firing up the grill on a nice summer day, the aroma of food on the grill tantalizing our taste buds and a cold beverage (I'll leave the choice up to your imagination) cooling our thirst. That combination provides nourishment for both body and soul. Family picnics and gathering with friends around the grill enrich our lives in many ways.
Food and friends - that is what our nutrition programs provide to area seniors. We do more than warm people's bellies with delicious food - we nourish their hearts as friendships develop and visits are made day after day after day. I recently sat with some of our volunteer drivers while we celebrated an 80th birthday for one driver. We all affirmed a timeless truth: friends and food nourish both body and soul. To all our drivers and team members at Nutrition - THANK YOU! To all the rest of you - why not volunteer to deliver food for the body and soul with us? You set the amount of time you can commit to and we do all the rest. Call Becky today at (262) 898-2562. It will be good for your body.......... and your soul!
Sincerely,
Dan Risch, CEO
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Volunteer Spotlight
A Bank of Enjoyment
After retiring as a Plant Superintendent, Tom Contois wanted something to fill his new found free time to stay off the couch. A friend suggested helping out at Lincoln Lutheran and he has now been a Skill Bank Helper for five years. He helps others with lawn work, snow shoveling and minor repairs. On average, he helps out ten people a week.
"I get real enjoyment seeing people stay in their own homes and being able to maintain it. It gives me satisfaction knowing that they appreciate it," says Tom.
Tom has even gone above and beyond his normal Skill Bank duties to help clients in other ways, such as driving to places or helping with things they can no longer do.
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"There is a lot of enjoyment in helping others. It's the little things," says Tom.
Tom has really enjoyed coming to know the people he has helped. He is glad for the friendships and relationships he has gained.
As the maintenance and heavy work may become strenuous for Tom in the future, he hopes that down the road he can find a less straining volunteer role to continue supporting Lincoln Lutheran and the clients he has grown to know.
Skill Bank uses the valuable knowledge, skills and talents of adults primarily over age 60 to help other 60+ adults remain independent in their own homes. Skill Bank Helpers provide a multitude of services, such as minor home improvement or repair work, transportation, seasonal yard work, house/pet/companion sitting, household chores and much more. If you are interested in becoming a Skill Banker Helper or need services from the Skill Bank, please contact Cindy at (262) 637-7515.
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Programs and Services
Never too Old to Play
Racine County Executive, Jim Ladwig, proved that you're never too old to play when he came to visit with Adult Day Services' participants on May 21 for Older Americans Month. He proclaimed May as Older Americans Month in Racine County and presented the proclamation to Lincoln Lutheran.
In his proclamation, Ladwig urges all citizens in Racine County to take time in May to engage with our older citizens through enjoyable social interactions. The official proclamation also stated that older adults in Racine County have an important role in sharing knowledge, wisdom and understanding of the
history of our community through interactions with children, youth and adults from other generations. The interactions of our older adults with family, friends and neighbors across generations enrich the lives of everyone involved.
Thanks Jim for visiting our participants and supporting Older Americans Month!
 | | Jim Ladwig proved that you are never too old to play while participating in a spirited game of noodle ball. |
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Community Highlights
Celebrating the Journey
 | | RN's Thea and Becky were voted best dressed Hawaiian Luau Dancers during Lincoln Village's National Nursing Home Week Celebration. |
Our skilled nursing communities, Becker Shoop and Lincoln Village celebrated our residents and person-centered care in style during National Nursing Home Week which occurred
May 13-19.
Lincoln Village celebrated each day with a theme. Team members dressed the part for themes that included Viva Italia, A Day at the Beach, Hawaiian Luau, Chinese Adventure, The Ole' Fishin' Hole and New Orleans. They ended the week with a building-wide picnic with grilled hot dogs and hamburgers.
A special thank you to Nassco, Krantz, Inc. and Superior Health Linens for their donations toward the picnic.
Becker Shoop celebrated with a Hawaiian Day, Tiki Bar and treated guests to an all-out Pancake Brunch to cap off the week. Residents and family members were delighted with pancakes, fresh strawberries, chocolate toppings and a spread of other delicious food. Residents had a blast and ate more than they normally do.
Team members and residents had such a fun time during the week and can't wait to celebrate again next year!
 | | Becker Shoop celebrated the week with a Tiki Bar. |
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Extreme Makeover:
Caregiver Edition
LeadingAge Conference
Lincoln Lutheran is a proud member of LeadingAge Wisconsin,
 | | Resident, Jeanine Shoening, represents Lincoln Lutheran at LeadingAge Wisconsin Conference. Shown with Dan Risch (CEO) and Dorothy Host (Director of Nursing at Lincoln Village). |
formerly known as Wisconsin Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (WAHSA). LeadingAge is a leader in providing resources, education and advocacy to agencies in the field of long-term care, assisted living and retirement living to meet the needs of those older adults in the community.
Nearly 550 aging services professionals, including 16 residents from member organizations, gathered at LeadingAge's Wisconsin 2012 Spring Conference in May at the Kalahari Resort in the Wisconsin Dells. The conference aided professionals in networking opportunities and the chance to continue learning to enhance the quality of care and services for residents. We were pleased to have had a resident representing Lincoln Lutheran. A special thank you to Jeanine Schoening for being brave enough to share her life story with conference attendees and her passion for missionary work. In 2005, Jeanine traveled to Ghana for one year as a missionary. In 2011, at age 71, she traveled to Nigeria for 33 days to do more missionary work. Her duties included administering immunizations and leading youth groups. Jeanine believes that it is never too late in life to start something new. At age 48, she received her GED and went on to earn her Nursing Degree to become an RN. We are honored to be a part of such a resourceful membership and can't wait for the next conference. |
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Lincoln Lutheran's Birthday
Mon. June 25
We are honored to celebrate 58 years of continuing to serve older adults in the community.
National Night Out
Tues. August 7
5-7 p.m.
Trinity Terrace
Unique event to promote crime and drug prevention awareness and strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships for a safer nation. Features a hot dog cookout, raffles, moon walk for kids and special visits from local law enforcement.
Auxiliary 39th Annual Ice Cream Social
Thurs. August 9
4-7 p.m.
5820 Lincoln Village Dr.
This annual Ice Cream Social continues to invite team members, residents, family and members of the community to enjoy ice cream, homemade pies and cakes. Hot dogs, brats and beverages available for purchase. $4.00 donation to attend. Proceeds benefit residents and clients of Lincoln Lutheran.
Stay tuned for more fun summer and fall events on our website.
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Inspiring Change
Lincoln Lutheran of Racine thanks Educators Credit Union and its members for contributing to Senior Assistance Programs during the month of May. Their contribution of $1,800 shows that the dignified delivery of high quality care and services to the seniors we are grateful to serve is important and worthy of support. Thanks for helping make services more readily available to seniors both now and in the future.
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Joined at the Heart
From April 30 through May 11, we held our annual Joined at the Heart Campaign. This is the time in which every member of our staff is given an opportunity to make a financial contribution in support of our mission.
During the two-week campaign, our team members generously contributed $16,542 through their contributions and pledges. These gifts will help us to fund programs, items and activities that may otherwise not be available for our residents and clients.
We are blessed to have such wonderful team members supporting Lincoln Lutheran.
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Adult Day Services (Racine)
* Stuffed animals
* CD or Cassette Player
* Large-hole beads
* Elastic string
* Mardi Gras beads
* Jewelry
* Hats
* Videos
* Large print Reader Digests
* Coloring books
* Large print word searches
* Cheese crackers filled with Peanut Butter
* Balloons
Lincoln Villas North
* Lamps
The Chestnut Club
* Hydro massage whirlpool bathtub
* Quick Chop food chopper
* Small food processor
* Wii games
* Music CD's: 40's, 50's, Big Band, Jazz, Classical
* Bird seed
* Card or Board games
* Foot stools
* Craft supplies: Glue sticks, markers, paint, posters, adult-size scissors, colored construction paper, glitter
* All occasion greeting cards
* Dollar Store gift cards
* Cleaning supplies
* Bath & kitchen towels
* Care Package
Becker Shoop
* Planting Soil / Dirt
If you would like to donate any of these items, please contact Stephanie at
(262) 898-2731.
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Join Us Online
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About Lincoln Lutheran
At Lincoln Lutheran, we Honor God by Serving People.
We have celebrated aging since 1954 and are privileged to serve older adults in Southeastern Wisconsin by providing housing, skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, assisted living and a wide variety of community services.
In response to our faith-based heritage, we are value driven and people-centered. Our activities and services are guided by our values of Compassion, Honesty, Respect, Teamwork and Financial Integrity. Our values define who we are. Our values guide us in our actions towards all the people we come in contact with - residents, customers, families, visitors, vendors and each other. Our values unify us as an organization by providing a common belief system for us all. |
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