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The morning of September 3, the day of the Karen Menz Discovery Room dedication, began with two generations moving side by side. Residents and children exercised together, each encouraging the other with smiles and laughter. After exercise, Bistro Hour filled the Eden Acres Campus with children, Christian music, conversation and the aroma of coffee. What followed was a special surprise dedication that brought tears of joy.

In the middle of it all was Dave Menz, singing, smiling and surrounded by children and older adults enjoying life together. It was a fitting

Seventy years of caring holds countless stories. Stories of families finding support when they needed it most. Of staff becoming beloved, familiar faces. Of friendships formed, faith shared and ordinary moments made meaningful through love.

On July 30, residents, families, staff, friends and community partners gathered at Perry Lutheran Homes’ Eden Acres Campus to celebrate those connections and the Christian mission that brings them together. Under the theme “70 Years: Rooted in Faith, Forward in Love,” the celebration honored God’s faithfulness through seven decades of Serving Christ by Serving Others.

Remembering the

You Don’t Have to Walk the Dementia Journey Alone

Caring for or supporting someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia can bring questions, challenges, and emotions that are difficult to navigate alone.

Perry Lutheran Homes invites family members, friends, and caregivers from throughout the community to join our monthly Dementia Caregiver Support Group in Perry, Iowa.

Whether your loved one lives at home, with family, at Perry Lutheran Homes, or in another care community, you are welcome.

Find Understanding, Encouragement & Practical Support

Connect with others who understand the dementia journey. Together,

For 70 years, Perry Lutheran Homes has been blessed to serve older adults, families, and the greater Perry community through a mission rooted in faith and carried forward in love.

On Thursday, July 30, we invite you to join us for a special day of community, reflection, and celebration at our Eden Acres Campus as we celebrate: 70 Years: Rooted in Faith, Forward in Love

Since 1956, generations of residents, families, staff, volunteers, congregations, donors, and community partners have helped shape the Perry Lutheran Homes story. Through decades of growth and change,

There are some professions you leave. And then there are professions that never really leave you.

On Thursday, June 25, local retired nurses gathered at Perry Lutheran Homes for “Cup of Care,” a simple coffee gathering that quickly became something much more.

Around tables filled with coffee cups, former coworkers—some who hadn’t seen one another in more than a decade—picked up conversations as though no time had passed. Nurses from Perry Lutheran Homes, Dallas County Hospital, and other healthcare organizations shared laughter, memories, and stories that only fellow nurses could truly understand.

Some

Retired nurses from Perry and surrounding communities are invited to join Perry Lutheran Homes for “Cup of Care”, a special coffee gathering created to honor and celebrate those who dedicated their lives to caring for others.

The event will be held on Thursday, June 25 at 2:30 p.m. at the Eden Acres Campus of Perry Lutheran Homes, located at 1300 28th Street in Perry.

Guests will enjoy coffee, treats, conversation, and fellowship while reconnecting with fellow nurses and sharing stories from years spent serving residents, patients, families, and communities.

More than 50 individuals gathered at Perry Lutheran Homes for a special Volunteer Appreciation Celebration, a time set aside to give thanks for the many faithful volunteers who make a difference in the lives of our residents each day.

While not every volunteer was able to attend, the celebration reflected gratitude for all who serve across our campuses and programs.

Rev. Max Phillips, CEO, opened the event with a warm welcome, prayer, and reflections on Perry Lutheran Homes’ 70-year legacy.

“God has sustained

Acorns & Oaks Christian Academy in Perry, Iowa, together with Perry Lutheran Homes, is launching a new elementary school beginning with a kindergarten through second grade (K-2) classroom in Fall 2026, offering a unique option for families in the community. This marks the next chapter in its growing intergenerational campus at Perry Lutheran Homes and is part of a long-term vision to thoughtfully expand into additional grade levels in the years ahead.

The academy is also expanding infant care and daycare capacity to meet strong demand from working families and added

Tonya Swank’s journey at Perry Lutheran Homes began with a personal connection that would shape her future in care.

Her great-grandmother lived at Perry Lutheran Homes for seven years, passing away in 1999 at the age of 105. During visits, Tonya formed relationships not only with her great-grandmother, but with many other residents as well. “I got to know a lot of the residents and really missed seeing them after she passed away,” she shared. When her high school offered a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) class, she didn’t hesitate. “I jumped

For 30 years, Carsin Olson has been a dedicated member of the team at Perry Lutheran Homes, serving residents and families in the Perry community with compassion and care.

Carsin first came to Perry Lutheran Homes to help fill in for what was then known as the staffing “pool.” It didn’t take long for her to realize she had found something special. “I just loved being at Perry Lutheran Homes and decided to stay,” she said.

Over the years, Carsin has served in a variety of roles, beginning as a Certified Nursing