Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota

06/17/2026

Are you supporting a veteran as a caregiver or a veteran providing care to someone else and looking for ways to feel more confident, supported and informed?

LSS Caregiver Support Training and Education is designed to support you in:
- Building essential caregiving skills
- Managing stress and tough emotions
- Making informed decisions
- Communicating effectively
- Increasing your well-being

➡️ Call 844.577.2673 or visit lssmn.org/core to learn more and get started.

06/16/2026

LSS Meals on Wheels delivers hot, nutritious meals to support older adults who remain living independently. Through this service, friendly volunteers deliver meals right to their door while providing personal connection and a check in.

➡ Learn more: lssmn.org/services/older-adults/lss-meals/meals-on-wheels

06/12/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 LSS Servant of Christ Award recipients!

Each year, Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota recognizes partnering congregations that make a meaningful impact in their communities, have a connection to LSS services and faithfully provide support for our service ministry.

We’re thrilled to recognize and honor these partners in faith and service:

First Lutheran Church of Marshall MN
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Rochester, MN
Our Savior's Lutheran Church ELCA - Hibbing, MN
St. Anthony Park Lutheran Church
Transfiguration Lutheran Church
Zion Lutheran Church of Amor in Battle Lake

Thank you for your generosity, leadership and devotion to loving your neighbor alongside LSS!

06/11/2026

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota has again been recognized as a Star Tribune Top 200 Workplace! 2026 marks the ninth time LSS has received this prestigious accolade, and it is thanks to the hard work and dedication of more than 2,500 team members.

LSS has also been recognized as a winner of the national Spring 2026 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence award in the following categories: Appreciation, Employee Well-Being, Innovation, Leadership, Professional Development, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility.

At LSS, our dedicated team members make a significant impact in our community by supporting more than 91,000 people annually. LSS is present in all 87 counties and provides a comprehensive range of innovative services.

➡ Share meaningful job opportunities available at LSS with friends, family and your network: www.lssmn.org/careers

06/10/2026

MnCHOICES is a tool that helps determine eligibility for Minnesota’s health care programs. Wondering what happens after your MnCHOICES assessment? PICS and Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota are here to help you navigate Minnesota’s Home and Community-Based Services. These programs help people receive care at home that supports independence and maintains quality of life.

Check out PICS’ latest blog to learn:
✅ What to expect after your assessment
✅ How services are determined
✅ Next steps in accessing supports that fit your needs

Whether you’re just getting started with services or supporting a loved one, PICS can help you move forward with confidence.

➡ Read the blog: https://pics.lssmn.org/blog/home-and-community-based-services-minnesota-what-happens-after-your-mnchoices-assessment

You just got your MnCHOICES assessment done and found out you qualify for home and community-based services (HCBS). So, what does that actually mean, and what happens next?

06/09/2026

You are invited to a festive Oktoberfest-inspired celebration at Camp Knutson’s annual Night Under the Stars benefit on Saturday, July 18!

Enjoy an evening filled with a delicious dinner, online and live auctions, and an inspiring program. Every dollar raised helps make attending Camp Knutson programs possible for campers with medical conditions and identified needs.

➡ Purchase your ticket today: campknutson.org/nuts

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Camp Knutson – located near Crosslake – is a service of Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota.

06/05/2026

🏠 Any home can be an LSS Host Home.

Work from home and earn a professional salary as a Host Homes provider to offer a nurturing and fulfilling family living environment for individuals with identified needs.

The LSS Host Homes’ experienced team carefully matches providers and individuals based on lifestyle, interests and compatibility. The team also supports hosts every step of the way by providing training, guidance in licensing and ongoing support.

Wherever you live in Minnesota, you can make a meaningful difference with a strong team behind you.

➡ Learn more about becoming an LSS Host Homes provider: https://lssmn.org/HH-provider

06/04/2026

Across Minnesota, Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota walks alongside individuals and families offering personalized support to build full, abundant lives.

PICS - Partners in Community Supports, a subsidiary of LSS, provides services for individuals who receive in-home care.

Shirley’s story is a powerful reminder that the right support can help maintain independence and a strong connection to community.

➡ Learn more about how PICS helps Minnesota families navigate home-based care services: picsmn.org

06/03/2026

Thank you for sharing YOUR love of LSS Meals on Wheels earlier this year!

During the annual Subaru Share the Love Event, Subaru retailers made a donation to customers’ charities of choice for each new vehicle purchase or lease. In partnership with neighbors like you, Subaru of America, Inc. and Meals on Wheels America, LSS Meals received a $6,967.86 gift after the 2025-2026 event.

Thank you to everyone who chose to support the older adults we serve at LSS with your Subaru purchase!

06/01/2026

💙 Thousands of Minnesota children and youth are waiting.

They’re waiting for stability.
They’re waiting for care.
They’re waiting for someone willing to say “yes.”

Consider being that important person that says “yes” to a child in your community. There are many ways to be a foster care provider, and LSS supports you every step of the way with training, guidance and community.

➡️ Take the first step to providing foster care: lssmn.org/WaysToFoster