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Veteran fundraising leader succeeds longtime Foundation President Jane Bittcher Lutheran SeniorLife proudly announces the appointment of Joelleen Yerace as its new Vice President of Development and Fundraising, following the retirement of Jane Bittcher, who has led the Lutheran SeniorLife Foundation... Continue Reading >

To understand what Sharon "Sherri" Whalen's final day at Lutheran SeniorLife truly meant, do not begin with her eighteen years of service. Begin with the residents who meant everything to her, the friendship that grew from a stubborn WiFi connection,... Continue Reading >

The ticket was won in warmth and sunshine. The payoff comes in winter. On a warm September afternoon at Missing Links Brewery, the Visiting Nurses Association (VNA) hosted a Cheers to Charity fundraiser, a celebration marking 60 years of compassionate... Continue Reading >

Subjectively, people say the Christmas season begins with a single moment. A bell. A song. At Passavant Community, this year's Christmas season began with the sound of an air horn. That horn marked the official start of the 23rd Annual... Continue Reading >

This isn't your average Christmas festival. It's bigger, warmer, and more meaningful, and is quickly becoming one of the region's must-attend holiday traditions. Abundant Lights is Passavant Community's signature Christmas celebration, built for family fun from the moment you arrive.... Continue Reading >

A Thanksgiving meal carries importance that goes far beyond the food on the plate. This time of year, a warm, home-cooked dinner represents belonging, tradition, and the reassurance that no one is forgotten. At LIFE Butler County, that meaning guides... Continue Reading >

Lutheran SeniorLife thanks each of you who has worn the uniform of the United States of America, including the veterans who are part of our family as employees, residents, and participants across our communities and programs. Your courage, your willingness... Continue Reading >

When the lights dimmed, and the upbeat music began to play, it was hard to tell if you were at a nightclub or somehow still in the Scholl Conference Center at Passavant Community. Welcome to the Disco Nightclub Party. Residents... Continue Reading >

“Gratitude is the foundation upon which great achievements are built,” once said Jane Bittcher, a principle she has exemplified throughout her decade of leadership as President of the Lutheran SeniorLife Foundation. As she retires on December 19, Bittcher has impacted... Continue Reading >

The room at LIFE Beaver County was filled with pride and emotion. No words were needed to understand why everyone had gathered. Veterans, staff, and families came together for a ceremony to honor those who have served our Country. The... Continue Reading >