Author: Christopher Dazen

Lutheran SeniorLife is proud to support the professional growth of its team members by awarding $7,000 in scholarship funds to five exceptional employees pursuing higher education. These scholarships, made possible through the Lutheran SeniorLife Foundation, provide financial assistance to individuals... Continue Reading >

On Tuesday and Thursday mornings inside the ASPIRE Wellness Center at Passavant Community, the sounds of a medicine ball hitting the ground and the rhythmic snap of a battle rope echo in the gym room. The scene is just a... Continue Reading >

This February, our LIFE Programs have been filled with activities that bring joy and foster connections, from Valentine's Day celebrations to enjoying s'mores outside. At LIFE Armstrong County, participants enjoyed a taste of summer in February and learned about heart-healthy... Continue Reading >

For the LIFE Beaver County participants, art is more than just a hobby—it’s a way to express their stories, emotions, and creativity. Over the past year, the Art Club program has provided a space for self-expression, and 58 participants explored... Continue Reading >

Wittenberg Resident Brings Community Together with Valentine’s Celebration Fifty residents of Wittenberg Place, part of the Passavant Community, came together for a Valentine’s Day celebration made possible by the dedication and planning of fellow resident Cindy Pirrera. What started as... Continue Reading >

At Overbrook Pointe, a community that knows how to celebrate the good things, residents and guests gathered for a Valentine’s Day concert featuring Patrick Heiserman, who describes himself as an “old soul.” Equipped with both an acoustic and electric guitar... Continue Reading >

Music has a unique way of bringing people together, and no one knows this better than Bill and Sandy Faulkner. It helps people harmonize and get in tune with each other. Bill and Sandy, residents of Passavant Community, embody what... Continue Reading >

As we step into 2025, Lutheran SeniorLife’s communities remain united in their mission to create spaces where life flourishes and memories are made.   Celebrating LIFE at LIFE Lawrence County At LIFE Lawrence County, participants and staff marked the start... Continue Reading >

Activities Professionals are integral to fulfilling Lutheran SeniorLife’s mission of fostering an Abundant Life® for those we serve. Their ability to create vibrant and engaging programs inspires wellness, cultivates joy, and strengthens a deep sense of community among our residents... Continue Reading >

Virginia (Yendell) Lonchar of Overbrook Pointe, a vibrant and fiercely independent woman, recently celebrated a remarkable milestone—her 100th birthday. Born in her grandmother’s house in Lawrenceville on January 23 1925, Virginia spent part of her early childhood in Crider’s Corner,... Continue Reading >