Lutheran Services in America

“Having community means that you’re not alone.” In Seattle, @LCSNorthwest is helping families stay together through our Family Stabilization Initiative. Watch how #TogetherWeCan make a difference. youtu.be/KZXzSTCJVSM?si…

Today marks 35 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act became law. It's a landmark moment in the ongoing effort to remove barriers and create opportunity for all. #ADA35

We joined an interfaith prayer vigil on the National Mall as part of a 60-hour call to the moral urgency of protecting #Medicaid. Sarah Menke, chaplain with our member @enCircleAll, shared a message of hope and a call to care for one another.

We're partnering with @TheSCANFndtn to launch Rural Voices 2025, a new initiative to elevate the experiences and needs of rural older adults. By centering their lived experiences, we can offer policy solutions that respect the dignity of aging in place. hubs.ly/Q03yLQdW0

Many families struggle to access coordinated behavioral healthcare. By working w/ Medicaid Managed Care orgs, @MeetLSSI is delivering community-based care that reduces hospitalizations and improves outcomes. lutheranservices.org/wp-content/upl…

Our Rural Aging Action Network mobilizes communities by supporting partners like the Sirleafs. With their support, the Rural Aging Action Network works to address gaps in care and supports older New Americans by connecting them to essential services. youtu.be/mb3Gmw3iQLs

Through our Housing Solutions Collaborative, we're expanding access to affordable housing and essential services for older adults, families, and people with disabilities with limited resources. Learn more. hubs.ly/Q03y0rB20

.@LSSWis's School-Centered Mental Health Initiative blends behavioral health services with support for families’ needs to tackle the root causes of mental distress in children. Learn how this innovative model is making an impact. hubs.ly/Q03xRmRj0

Our Lived Voices Fellowship empowers leaders like Raed who have experienced public systems to inspire change in their communities. Hear from Raed about his journey and the fellowship’s healing-centered approach to leadership. youtu.be/9sP8zusXGZo

Rural communities have unique needs as their older adult populations grow. Our RAAN Program Summary and Evaluation report highlights how the Rural Aging Action Network mobilizes communities to support older adults who want to age independently at home. lutheranservices.org/raan-program-s…

The new federal budget includes big cuts to Medicaid. For caregivers, most of whom are women, it means less support that helps families stay afloat. Two Oregon businesswomen (and caregivers) share what's at stake when budget cuts meet real life. 👇bizjournals.com/portland/news/…

We're looking forward to joining our hosts @ls_carolinas for the Disability Network Summer Meeting in Raleigh at the end of the month! Register today and make sure to book your hotel room by July 15. hubs.ly/Q03wSJYq0

Haven't registered for our 7/17 Capitol Conversations webinar? There's still time! We will be joined by Georgetown’s Edwin Park + McAllister & Quinn's Ellen Riddleberger who will share insights on navigating the changing federal landscape. Sign up today! us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Mission Investment Fund has been a trusted partner to Lutheran social ministries across the @ELCA and our national network. Through efforts like the Housing Solutions Leadership Circle, we’re working together to turn church property into affordable housing and make a positive…

Congratulations to Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland for earning five-star quality ratings at their Carroll Lutheran Village and Miller's Grant communities. The top-tier designation from CMS is the highest rating available from the federal agency! hubs.ly/Q03w27QF0

We're partnering with @NORCNews to evaluate and strengthen our Rural Aging Action Networks to ensure that older adults and caregivers in underserved rural communities have the access to care and support that they need. Learn more! lutheranservices.org/news_room/lsa-…

Congress passed its budget reconciliation bill that will usher in significant cuts to healthcare coverage. Alesia Frerichs, president & CEO of Lutheran Services in America, issued a statement in response. #HereWeStand hubs.ly/Q03vQZ_v0

Join us for our next Capitol Conversations webinar on July 17 to hear about what's next for Medicaid, nonprofit tax issues, and federal funding opportunities. us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Congress is aiming to pass its budget bill, which includes drastic cuts to Medicaid, as soon as tonight. What happens when Medicaid is cut? As Joshua Doss explains, we're all in this together. #HereWeStand #ProtectMedicaid instagram.com/reel/DLnttbXPZ…