Rehabilitation leads to independence

Following a fall resulting in a broken femur in December, Bonnie Blanshan temporarily moved to The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine to receive therapy. Although her main objective was to gain strength and to successfully...

Resident leaves behind cribbage board legacy

As a chaplain at Wellhaven Senior Living, Pastor Kenley Mann spends one-on-one time with each resident. This individual time allows him to get to know the residents better and to learn about their lives....

100 years and still living independently

If Charlotte DeFrance had one piece of advice to share, it would “Forget about everything but living. Enjoy life and what you have because you don’t know how long it will last.” And Charlotte...

An Easy Way to Stay Healthy: Handwashing

By Amber Whetzel, Nurse Manager at Kingsway Retirement Living October 15 is Global Handwashing Day. This day is about increasing awareness and understanding the importance of handwashing. The COVID-19 pandemic is a good reminder...

Your gifts brought smiles of joy

Because of your generosity, Chaplain Patrick Feldhus had the opportunity to plan the second annual Camp Hope for residents with special needs at Hope Residence in Belle Plaine, Minn. With a theme of “2020...

2020 Vision: Camp tradition continues at Hope Residence

Last year, when team members organized the first-ever Camp Hope, they dealt with rising costs and limited camp-type options for residents. This year, the camp seemed like destiny. Once again, the week featured special...

George and Marilyn celebrate 71 years together

This year has been difficult for everyone, but there’s still so much to be thankful for. As safety regulations have changed, TLHA has been quick to respond in how we care for the residents...