Who We Are
Service and support in action
Since our founding in 1887, we served and supported the communities in which we operate. Whether providing innovative retirement living and senior care that meets the needs of the community or financially supporting local organizations, we are creating change. Since 1887, our focus on Christ-centered service to seniors, each other, and the community has remained steadfast.
A focus on empowering change
Since 2015, the Immanuel Vision Foundation has provided financial support to nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations whose missions align with our own. Through the Immanuel Vision Foundation, we have awarded $26.3 million to organizations supporting seniors, community health, and the Lutheran Church.
A leader in affordable housing
At Immanuel, we blend affordable retirement living with the quality and expertise that seniors desire and deserve, creating a welcoming environment for all.
In 2023, our team completed the second phase of our Graceview Courtyard affordable community in Council Bluffs, Iowa. This 65-apartment addition to the existing Graceview campus increased our footprint in affordable housing to serve more than 353 lives across Nebraska and Iowa.
Leading with innovation
In 2012, we sold our ownership of Alegent Creighton Health to focus on expanding our post-acute care services and growing our presence in retirement living and senior care. Since then, we've implemented PACE® programs in Nebraska and Iowa. We've expanded to 18 communities and three PACE® centers in two states. Additionally, we've added new retirement living options such as neighborhoods for those aged 55 and older and affordable housing with healthcare coverage from third-party payers.
Challenging perceptions of possible
Our vision is that all people should grow and age with dignity, safety, and wellness. As part of this, our teams across Immanuel continuously create and deploy programming opportunities and experiences. This helps residents and participants challenge what they believe is possible for themselves and each other.
Celebrating all seniors
Each year, the Immanuel Community Foundation hosts the Celebrating ONE Immanuel event. For one day, we bring participants, residents, employees, and board members to Omaha from across Nebraska and Iowa for an afternoon of celebration.
The generosity of our corporate partners, who work closely with numerous Immanuel departments throughout the year, makes this uplifting event possible.
Inspiring creativity
Our experience of 139 years has developed our approach to the standard of retirement living and senior care. From the programs we offer to the food we serve, our teams do more than meet the minimum — they challenge each other to perfect their craft and exceed expectations.
Honoring the stories of seniors
We embrace a philosophy deeply rooted in honoring the rich tapestry of lives and experiences that seniors bring to our communities and centers. We believe that each senior carries a unique story, and we are committed to cherishing and celebrating these narratives.
Stirring adventure
We believe that in retirement, adventures are just starting. Each year, a group of residents and staff travel to a new destination across the world on the Immanuel Explorers trip. From whale-watching cruises to exploring the Alamo, each minute is planned as our Immanuel family tours the world. This trip is a critical piece of our fabric, where residents and staff from across our communities join as explorers and lifelong learners.
Pioneering care
Over the last 139 years, we have been many things, including a nursing school, an orphanage, and a hospital. Across our history, Immanuel has been an innovative pioneer in the world of senior care, and moves to the areas of highest needs. In 2010, we brought PACE® to Iowa; in 2013, we expanded to Nebraska. Today, we are the sole provider of PACE® in Nebraska and only one of two in Iowa.