News

November 2024 News

Monday
Nov 11
To observe Veteran’s Day and National Caregiver Month in November, Mary Smith with LSS Caregiver Support and Respite Services shared important information and resources about free services available to veterans and their caregivers through LSS, including education sessions, caregiver coaching, emergency care planning, in-home respite care by trained caregivers and veteran support groups. These services are available to veterans and their families across Minnesota.
Thursday
Nov 7

St. Paul-based Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota, among the largest human service organizations in Minnesota, announced new executive roles for three organizational leaders: Elizabeth Saevig, Jaime Wilkins and Heidi Wiste.

October 2024 News

Monday
Oct 28

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota in Rochester has moved to a new location at Bethel Lutheran Church, 810 3rd Avenue Southeast in Rochester. The community is invited to attend an open house on Friday, November 1 from 9 a.m. to noon to meet the team, learn more about services available to the community, tour the space and enjoy refreshments.

September 2024 News

Friday
Sep 27
Carolyn Scherer, program director of LSS Companion and Caregiver Services, appeared on KTIS Radio to talk about the important role that foster grandparents play in children’s lives by providing a caring presence in the classroom and working one-to-one with them to improve their reading, math and social skills.