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How to help a grieving parent cope with the loss of a friend
On their most recent visit, “Sarah’s” adult children found her withdrawn and sad. What was going on?
As their conversation continued, the children discovered a dear friend of their mother’s had recently passed away....
The importance of wellness
I recently wrote about our long history in senior living services and our focus on independence in both body and spirit for the residents we serve.
But there is certainly more to our work ….
Our commitment to health &...
Diakon Senior Living promotes independence, health and well-being
You might miss several important dates in our 150th anniversary celebration.
While Diakon began as two homes for children in 1868 and 1896, we also were among the earliest providers of senior living.
One home, located in Reading,...
Love delivered!
Five or so years ago, during the Advent season, I was driving on an interstate when I approached a large flat-bed truck.
It was the type of truck that typically transports large pieces of road equipment or sections of a bridge.
As I...
How to visit someone with Alzheimer’s disease or similar illness
The holidays can be a very emotional time for everyone, including families and friends who have loved ones dealing with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of cognitive illnesses.
For those affected by cognitive degeneration disease, the...
Community News
Diakon among organizations receiving Lutheran Charities funding
The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Ollikainen, Lutheran Charities board chair, presents a check replica to the Rev. Mark Wimmer, Diakon vice president for church relations and ministry partnerships, left, and Mark T. Pile, Diakon CEO.
Diakon Lutheran...
Diakon Adult Day Services receives Phoenixville foundation grant to aid low-income clients
Diakon Adult Day Services at Manatawny has received a $6,000 grant from the Phoenixville Community Health Foundation to subsidize the cost of providing care to participants in the Options program from the Greater Phoenixville area during 2017.
...Fitch Ratings issues BBB+ ratings for Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries bonds
Fitch Ratings of New York has affirmed its “BBB+” rating of bonds issued on behalf of Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries. The affirmation was announced in a news release posted by Fitch.
The rating indicates a “stable” financial outlook for...