Health & Wellness Services

Luther Manor offers a variety of health and wellness programs to serve the diverse needs of older adults in Milwaukee and the surrounding communities. In addition to promoting physical and mental well-being, our Health and Wellness programs create an opportunity for fellowship and encourage community involvement.

Get Proactive with Brain Health: brain health education course

Get Proactive with Brain Health is a six-week educational course that focuses on risk factors for memory loss and measures you can take to protect your brain’s health. The 75-minute sessions geared for all ages explore topics like: the myths of aging, how the brain and memory work and nutrition to support brain health and the heart and brain connection. Memory techniques and mental fitness exercises are also presented. For more information on times and locations, please contact Susan Hurst, Social Services Coordinator, at (414) 464-3888, ext. 331 or shurst@luthermanor.org.

Jump Start Mental Fitness

Jump Start is a four-hour, ongoing interactive educational program that teachers memory-enhancing techniques and helps participants understand how the brain and memory work. Each session includes educational topics, social support and physical exercise, as well as creativity and mental fitness exercises. Jump Start classes are held at multiple locations. For more information or to register, please contact Susan Hurst, Social Services Coordinator at (414) 464-3888, ext. 331 or shurst@luthermanor.org.

Senior Ministry Partnership Initiative

Luther Manor offers the expertise of our staff members to our partner congregations through the Senior Ministry Partnership Initiative (SMPI). Through the SMPI, our partner congregations are equipped with the education, resources and funding to respond to the changing and complex profile of maturing Christians. The initiative began in 2007 with an educational symposium and continues through consultation with and support of our congregational partners.

Parish nurse program

Luther Manor offers the services of parish nurses at several of our partner congregations. Parish nurses help maturing adults, their families and congregational members embrace health and wholeness. Parish nurses and their health ministry assist congregations to reclaim the Gospel message to teach, preach and heal. As a member of the partnering congregation’s staff, they connect those they serve to community resources that promote healthy living, train volunteers, and provide education and personal health counseling.

Support groups

Luther Manor sponsors and co-sponsors support groups for seniors, family members and caregivers. Convenient meeting times and locations allow participants to share experiences, strength and hope. The support group meets the first Tuesday of every month from 1:30 to 3 p.m. For information about the support groups held at Luther Manor, please contact Susan Hurst, Social Services Coordinator, at (414) 464-3888, ext. 331 or shurst@luthermanor.org.

Educational programs

Luther Manor offers a variety of educational programs that enhance independent living and promote lifelong health and growth. Workshops and presentations help participants to maintain their physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.