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Perry Lutheran Homes, an area leader in senior living and care, is pleased to announce that both King’s Gardens Campus and Spring Valley Campus received deficiency-free surveys.

Most every girl dreams of their wedding day. The dress, the ceremony, and their father walking them down the aisle being some of the most special moments for a bride. In the case of Paulina Secory, Alzheimer’s disease stole that moment from her.

It is with great happiness that we share this update with you today! Visitation regulations in skilled nursing communities have taken a big step in the less-restrictive direction as recently released by CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). The COVID-19 vaccines have decreased the number of cases of COVID-19 in skilled nursing communities throughout the country since the implementation nearly a year ago.

Effective immediately, visitors will be allowed at all times for all residents at Perry Lutheran Homes King’s Gardens Campus and Eden Acres Campus! There are core infection

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

Local farmer, Brad Golightly, recently directed a $2,500 Bayer Fund America’s Farmers Grow Communities donation to Acorns & Oaks Intergenerational Christian Daycare. Acorns & Oaks has used the funds to make a secure and safe grassy play area at Perry Lutheran Homes’ King’s Gardens Campus on Willis Avenue.

“We are so thankful to Brad for choosing Acorns & Oaks to receive the funds,” said Mandi Dakin, Director of Acorns & Oaks. “The children now have two different areas to play in. Our first fenced in playground is hard surfaced and great

Perry Lutheran Homes receives four prestigious industry awards from LeadingAge Iowa, an association representing not-for-profit aging services providers. Perry Lutheran Homes Project Deliver the Love was chosen for the 2021 Public Trust award.

The Public Trust award is given to an organization that goes beyond its health service or housing role to advance public trust and confidence by supporting and/or improving the greater community demonstrating the organization’s commitment to mission and social responsibility. Perry Lutheran Homes won the award for helping community members find and form lasting connections with “invisible elders” in the community through their unique creation, Project Deliver the Love.

“Project Deliver the Love is truly an award for the community of Perry. Because of people, congregations, businesses and service organizations in

The Excellence in the Workplace award is given to a program that demonstrates in policy and practice that investing in the staff and workplace environment are critical to the delivery of quality care and services. The winner shall demonstrate innovation in workforce development policies and practices and ensures that all levels of staff obtain training. Perry Lutheran Homes’ StepUp Career Advancement Program won the award for providing a pathway for employees of Perry Lutheran Homes working in any career field or position to earn certifications and degrees through promotion, higher

The Excellence in Leadership award is given to an individual in a significant leadership position who demonstrates leadership actions that enrich and enhance the lives of older adults, is a strong motivator and mentor for others, and has done specific actions that create a supportive team culture. Melissa Gannon, COO and Administrator for Perry Lutheran Homes, won the Excellence in Leadership award based on her dedication to successfully leading Perry Lutheran Homes simultaneously through a pandemic, derecho, and acquisition of a senior living community.

“I was both shocked and honored to

The LeadingAge Iowa Caregiver of the Year award is given to an individual who demonstrated skills, both professional and interpersonal, that exceeded expectations. The award winner has positively affected the quality of life of those served, significantly improved a service or program, and demonstrated a strong and rare commitment to the organization and those served.

Inge Smothers, Certified Medication Aide (CMA) for Perry Lutheran Homes, won the Caregiver of the Year Award for her compassion and joy in going above and beyond meeting residents’ needs.

“Inge is truly amazing at what she