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27 years

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6 million

people empowered across 1,400 communities

NEWS & INSIGHTS

Early Post-Election Outlook on Health-Related Issues

As we prepare for the new Congress and a new Presidential administration, our Public Policy and Advocacy team is tracking the key cabinet and agency nominations and Congressional committee positions that will have the most influence and impact on our collective work across service lines and for the people we work with in community.

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Lutheran Services in America Launches Pilot Policy Committee, Focuses on Medicaid

To better leverage the knowledge and work across the network, Lutheran Services in America is launching a pilot policy committee to help support and inform our policy priorities.

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Strengthening Families to Advance Equitable Outcomes

Lutheran Services in America launched the Strengthening Families Initiative, a new collaborative effort with Medicaid Managed Care Organizations to reshape and foster alignment between health and social care systems to improve outcomes for children, youth and families.

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Building Community Through Our Family Stabilization Initiative: Reflections from a Site Visit to St. John’s United in Montana

Our recent visit to St. John’s United in Montana provided an important opportunity to reaffirm the importance of building community to support families.

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November Elections: What’s in Play for Health & Social Service Organizations Specific to Medicaid

The upcoming election could significantly impact policy decisions on issues important to our sector.

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Leadership Rooted in Lived Experience

Last spring, Lutheran Services in America launched the Lived Voices Fellowship, a group of leaders from across the network who have experience in navigating public systems. The fellowship offers leaders an opportunity to make meaning of their own unique experiences, forge new connections, and hone skills that empower them to effect meaningful change to policies and systems in their communities. This month, the fellows gathered in Washington, D.C., for three days of immersive exploration and fellowship.

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The Fight Continues on CMS’s Skilled Nursing Facilities Minimum Staffing Rule

In April, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the minimum staffing mandate for skilled nursing facilities. So, what’s next? Our commitment is to strenuously pursue all financial and programmatic remedies to alleviate the burdens associated with the implementation of this final rule.

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Consumer Technology Association Foundation Supports Lutheran Services in America Robotics Program to Combat Social Isolation

Lutheran Services in America and the Consumer Technology Association Foundation are partnering for the fifth straight year to combat social isolation amongst older adults at Lyngblomsten in St. Paul, Minnesota.

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Events

STRENGTH & SERVICE SERIES

Advancing Equity: Applying Healing-centered Engagement to your Leadership Practice

Join our four-part virtual workshop, where we will collectively navigate the four pivots of healing-centered engagement.

December 11, 2024

1:00–3:00 p.m. ET

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CEO SUMMIT

CEO Summit 2025

Join us in Florida for our premier event for social ministry leaders: CEO Summit.

January 26, 2025 - January 29, 2025

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FEATURES & STORIES OF IMPACT

NETWORK MAP

300 health and human services organizations in 1,400 communities

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MEMBER NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS

Mill Neck Boosts Vaccination Education in New York

Through our network's partnership with the National Council on Aging, Mill Neck is helping New Yorkers become more aware of the importance of being vaccinated and how it keeps them protected through recently produced PSAs.

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Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest Spreads Holiday Warmth with Blanket Drive for Older Adults

Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest is bringing early Christmas cheer to seniors, delivering blankets directly to their homes.

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New Headquarters Marks “New Beginning” for Lutheran Family Services

The new headquarters allows Lutheran Family Services to continue its mission of bringing safety, hope and wellbeing to the people it serves.

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LCS Northwest Supports Afghan Family’s Search for New Home

Many refugees who seek asylum in the United States end up living on the streets while seeking a home. Lutheran Community Services Northwest steps in to fill the gap to help refugees like Hamid Stanikzai rebuild their lives.

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“Serving on the Board of Lutheran Services in America is a calling for me. They are on the forefront of innovation, with nationwide impact that will help lift up children, families and communities. We’re hoping you can join us on this journey. We need you. Will you join me?”

Dr. Antonio Oftelie

Executive Director
Leadership for a Networked World
Harvard University