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- Lifestyle
- Associated Press
Lutheran Life Communities Hosts Meaningful Events to Stimulate Thought and Connection
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., July 22, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Lutheran Life Communities hosts a late-summer event lineup that invites older adults to explore life at its four dynamic locations. Each event reflects the organization's deep commitment to fostering lifelong learning, meaningful connection and personal discovery.
At the heart of this series is 'Quilts for Freedom: Secret Codes & the Underground Railroad,' an unforgettable program led by national speaker Connie Martin at Luther Oaks in Bloomington. This moving event, taking place on Tuesday, August 12, at 10:30 a.m., explores how quilt patterns were used to transmit secret messages and aid enslaved Americans seeking freedom. Attendees will view 18 authentic patterns and hear the personal story of Martin's great-grandmother's survival and resilience during the Antebellum period.
'Our campuses are so much more than places to live; they're places to thrive,' said Jennifer Darnell, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Lutheran Life Communities. 'These events invite guests to experience the joy of learning something new, the warmth of community and the inspiration that defines each of our four locations.'
August Event Highlights:
While each event offers a unique experience, they are united by Lutheran Life Communities' mission: empowering vibrant, Grace-Filled living. From historic quilts to financial wellness and from ice cream socials to serious conversations, this season's programs invite future residents and their loved ones to discover what sets these communities apart.
Space is limited and advance registration is encouraged. To RSVP or explore more upcoming events, visit:
About Lutheran Life Communities
Lutheran Life Communities is a faith-based, 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization founded over 130 years ago. Each campus is unique in its own way, but they are united under one mission: empowering vibrant, Grace-Filled living across all generations. Life Plan locations include Luther Oaks in Bloomington and Pleasant View in Ottawa. And Wittenberg Village in Crown Point is an entrance-fee community offering assisted living. They also operate a multigenerational Lutheran Home health services community in Arlington Heights, offering assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, an adult day club, inpatient and outpatient rehab, home care services, move management services, Shepherd's Flock Child Care and Preschool and Jenny's Bistro, which is open to the public and serves gourmet food and beverages.
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