On April 10, Luther Oaks hosted two programs in remembrance of the 100 year anniversary of the Titanic sinking. The first program was presented by The Tea Ladies of Bloomington/Normal during which residents were assigned a character who was either on the Titanic or who decided not to take the voyage.  They read from cards, [Read more...]

As a Christian-based organization, Lutheran Life Communities brings the celebration of Easter to each resident and family member who wishes to participate.  Luther Oaks provided many opportunities for residents to celebrate the life of Christ, give thanks for His many sacrifices, and to learn more about Easter. Luther Oaks transported residents to their preferred place [Read more...]

Chef, Julie Pepple, and the Culinary Services team from Luther Oaks competed for the second year in a row at the annual Chef Competition on April 5 benefiting Bloomington’s Providing Access To Help (PATH) organization. The last two chefs remaining in the competition went on to compete in a live cook off challenge – Julie [Read more...]

Fifth-grade students of Pepper Ridge Elementary School came to Luther Oaks on Wednesday, March 14 to participate in a volunteer project.  Together, residents and students labeled maps for the Bloomington/Normal Chamber of Commerce while sharing their favorite local spots. It was a fun opportunity for a diverse age group to share interests and learn from [Read more...]

Residents of Luther Oaks recently had the opportunity to let their creativity flow during a six-week watercolor painting class with an instructor, Dale Evans, from the McLean County Arts Center. Mr. Evans took the class through the basics each week, starting with the use of gray tones and working up to the use of color. All [Read more...]