Our Mission
Christ-centered service to seniors, each other, and the community
Behind Immanuel's doors lies a story of faith, service, and an unwavering dedication to seniors. Since 1887, our deep-rooted commitment has been clear: meeting the needs of our communities through compassionate and innovative services. Our mission drives our every decision, ensuring dignity, safety, and wellness for all.
Who We Are
Defining retirement living and senior care with dedication and innovation
At Immanuel, we believe retirement living should feel like home — personal, secure, and enriching. Driven by our faith, we prioritize people over profits, striving to understand your aspirations and make them a reality in our welcoming communities. With our rich history and innovative approach, we set the standard for retirement living and senior care.
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Our Vision
Driven by purpose, not profit
We proudly provide a continuum of care options, ensuring everyone — from those seeking signature communities to those needing affordable housing — feels at home. We're anchored by our vision that all people will age with dignity, safety, and wellness.
Dignity
At Immanuel, dignity is at our core. It's more than respect and compassion; it's about transparency and empowering our residents. Every interaction and service values each person's worth. We actively listen, ensuring our care celebrates each individual's unique journey.
Safety
Safety is our top priority. We create environments and practices that prioritize the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of our residents, ensuring peace of mind at all times.
Wellness
Wellness is central to our holistic focus. We nurture mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being, providing a complete experience of rejuvenation and fulfillment.
Our Values
Guided by our CHRIST Promises
Our core principles reflect our deeply held values, guiding each decision and our dedication to those we serve.
Compassion
Our Christ-centered mission calls us to genuinely care and love one another; allowing us to share in other's joys and sorrows.
Honor
We hold a deep regard for the dignity of each person; expressing gratitude for all that has been created by and is in the image of God.
Relationships
Christ-centered love is acted out in our daily relationships where we give listening ears to hear, caring hands to touch, and loving eyes to behold each person as a child of God.
Integrity
We uphold the trust people place in us by remaining faithful to our mission; accountable for honest, ethical and responsible behaviors.
Serve
We desire to model Jesus’ example of service. Jesus modeled and described serving as 'the one who is greatest among you shall be your servant.' We embrace an attitude of serving by giving of ourselves to contribute to the well-being of others.
Teamwork
We intentionally work together using our God-given talents to achieve our mission.
Innovation
Pioneering the future of retirement living & senior care
Since 1887, Immanuel has adapted and innovated to meet community needs, evolving from an orphanage and nursing school to a leading provider of retirement living and senior care. We listen, understand, and innovate to meet the changing dynamics in Nebraska and Iowa. Today, we are a beacon of forward-thinking commitment, shaping the future to best serve our communities and centers.
- Adaptive Evolution: Once a hospital and medical center, we reshaped our focus in 2012, recognizing that the future of healthcare was more than just hospital-centric.
- Meeting Regional Needs: We identified the ever-growing necessity for quality retirement living and senior care in Nebraska and Iowa and realigned our mission to address this.
- Diverse Offerings: From affordable housing and market-rate communities to PACE® programs, our range is as diverse as the needs of our seniors.
- Leadership in Thought: Our proactive mindset ensures we remain at the forefront of retirement living and senior care innovations.
Diversity & Inclusion
Embracing inclusion
Imagine a workplace where your individuality isn't just accepted but celebrated. Our dedication to inclusion is backed by educational workshops, employee surveys, and thoughtful policy evaluations. Here, you're not only recognized but are also encouraged to bring your distinct perspective to the forefront.
Tracing our Legacy
Over a century of service
Immanuel stands as a beacon of care, hope, and community service. Our history is a tapestry woven with dedication, innovation, and a relentless pursuit to serve. Journey with us as we revisit the pivotal moments that have shaped our legacy and reinforced our mission.
The Beginning
Immanuel's efforts to serve all "without reference to creed, color or nationality" finds expression in a hospital, an orphanage, a home for seniors, a residence for people with physical and intellectual disabilities, and a Deaconess Institute to prepare young women to serve in all of them.
Early Days
Immanuel launches a nursing school and builds a modern hospital and leading-edge residence for seniors, as it helps to pioneer advances in anesthesia, occupational therapy, and other areas of care.
Identity
Immanuel's campus in North Omaha expands to over 20 buildings offering care across the lifespan; it launches specialized training for chaplains and continues to prepare deaconesses for service around the globe
The Immanuel Campus
New Immanuel Medical Center opens at 72nd & Sorensen; Immanuel Village opens as an independent living option for seniors; innovation and expansion continue.
The Founding of Alegent Health
Immanuel joins with Bergan Mercy Health System to form Alegent Health, a regional provider of healthcare and senior living.
The Development of Communities
Immanuel constructs several senior living communities, including Lakeside and Immanuel Courtyard in Omaha, The Landing in Lincoln, and Trinity Village and Courtyard in Papillion, and acquires Pacific Springs in Omaha.
A Change
Immanuel departs Alegent to focus exclusively on seniors.
Continued Growth Through Acquisitions
Immanuel launched PACE® in Omaha, later added sites in Council Bluffs and Des Moines, and acquired Arboretum in Omaha, Copper Shores and Deerfield in Des Moines, and Yankee Hill Village and Grand Lodge in Lincoln. The Immanuel Vision Foundation is created.
Who We Are Today
Immanuel has 18 independent living, assisted living, memory support, and long-term care communities across 11 campuses and three PACE® locations, serving 18 counties in Nebraska and 12 in Iowa. The Immanuel Vision Foundation grants over $3 million annually (over $20 million to date) to non-profit and church-related entities.