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Every three seconds, somewhere in the world, someone develops dementia. This and other startling facts were eye-opening to one hundred guests at the third annual StepUp Celebrate dinner held at Country Lane Lodge in Adel on October 19. This year’s dinner highlighted the challenges and blessings surrounding dementia.

Board displays names of those currently struggling with or have passed from complications associated with dementia.

Guest speaker, Becky Montgomery, shared her personal story of navigating the journey of her mother’s battle with dementia. Although the journey was difficult, she encouraged others

The community of Perry, together with Perry Lutheran Homes, stepped up in a big way to support Perry’s elderly citizens. On Saturday, July 31, sponsors from Perry and surrounding towns as well as a runners, walkers and furry friends came together to raise nearly $10,000 for the third, annual Run Through Time 5K Fun Run. Proceeds from the run will be distributed to residents unable to afford the cost of needed services, and to help furnish safe and accessible outdoor gathering places for residents and their families.

Perry Lutheran Homes announces partnership with Osmundson Manufacturing to bring awareness and action to meet the needs of elderly community members in Perry through the Run Through Time 5K.

The public is invited to join Perry Lutheran Homes in celebrating 65 years of serving elderly residents in Perry and surrounding communities with food, fun and a 5K fun run on Saturday, July 31. There will be live music, delicious food, and fun for all ages from 10AM to Noon.

The third, annual Run Through Time 5K fun run or walk begins at 10AM with check-in open at 9AM. Register today as a team of 6 for the biggest discount, or as an individual to get the early bird discount at

On Wednesday, May 12, volunteers transformed ordinary items into baskets full of love at the first annual “Project Deliver the LOVE” event. This project is one of Perry Lutheran Homes responses to the silent epidemic of elderly loneliness with the goal to help community members find and form lasting connections with “invisible elders.”

Elder loneliness is a silent epidemic affecting the health and well-being of our “invisible elders” right here in Perry and Dallas County. Pre COVID-19 pandemic studies showed that more than forty percent of those age 65 and over regularly experience loneliness. One study during the pandemic in June 2020 reported 56% feeling isolated. These feelings of separation, disconnection and isolation lead to serious health problems such as depression, weight loss, cognitive decline, as well as an increased likelihood of death.

“Project Deliver the LOVE” is a fun way for the community

Elder loneliness is a silent epidemic affecting the health and well-being of our “invisible elders” living at home and in senior care communities right here in Perry. Studies have shown that more than forty percent of those age 65 and over regularly experience loneliness. These feelings of separation, disconnection and isolation lead to serious health problems such as depression and dementia, as well as an increased likelihood of death.

“Project Deliver the LOVE” is a fun way for the community to StepUp together with Perry Lutheran Homes to celebrate, serve, and