| LSA was founded in 1960 by the NC Synod of the Evangelical
Lutheran Church in America to live out Christ's message to care for "the least
of these," and established its first ministry, a Hickory nursing home, in 1962.
Since that time, LSA has expanded services to include both frail and active
seniors, and now operates five nursing homes; two retirement communities; an
assisted living residence; and an adult day services program. In Hickory, LSA
collaborates in the operation of
Adult Life Programs and in low-income housing for
seniors. LSA also provides geriatric care management on a limited basis
throughout the state, and provides information and referral services as
requested. Though Lutheran Services for the Aging was established as a not-for-profit social ministry of the Lutheran Church and receives support from many Lutheran congregations, it is not for Lutherans only. LSA believes that a foundation of common values exists within the community and embraces all those seeking services. If you would like to learn more about Lutheran Services for the Aging or would like to obtain additional information on what it means to be a not-for-profit organization, please contact us |