The Danish Home has been busy renovating and remodeling to meet the needs of today’s seniors.
The Danish Home of Chicago is pleased to announce the appointment of Danielle Santore as the new Director of Nursing. With a strong background in mental health and a commitment to holistic care, Santore is poised to make a significant impact on the well-being of the residents, according to Scott Swanson, president and CEO. Born…
A bright, clear, sunny day brought about 300 guests, residents, family, friends, and volunteers together at The Danish Home of Chicago to enjoy the Annual Fall Fest on Sunday, November 5, 2023. Attendees enjoyed musical entertainment provided by The Old Town School of Folk Music while they were busy purchasing items from the treasure…
“We are thrilled with The Danish Home and how my aunt and uncle are being treated,” said Joe Damiano, nephew of Vincenzo and Carmela Damiano. Formerly of Chicago, Illinois, the couple now lives at The Danish Home of Chicago. Joe helped his two family members move into the retirement community in the Norwood Park…
NORWOOD PARK, CHICAGO, IL: The Danish Home of Chicago and The Danish Home Foundation are proud to announce the groundbreaking for a new addition to their senior living community, according to Scott L. Swanson, President/CEO. The groundbreaking, which took place on Saturday, September 16, 2023, was attended by over 100 donors, residents, and dignitaries, including…
Poor air quality from Canadian fires did nothing to deter fans from The Danish Home’s annual Summerfest this year. With dozens of volunteers, guests, families, and friends, attendance reached nearly 500 people who took to the festivities excitedly. “This year, we were very pleased to showcase the plans for our new expansion, which will begin…
Teresa Carter always had a feeling she would work as a service provider to older adults. It took until her 40s, though, to pursue a career in nursing and realize her calling. “It was always in the back of my mind to seek out this type of work,” the certified nursing assistant says. “I took…
Relationship with Danish consulate one of warmth, hygge. The longtime relationship between The Danish Home of Chicago and the Danish Consulate may boil down to one word: hygge (pronounced HYOO-guh), a feeling of contentment and conviviality and a defining element of Danish culture. “Whenever we visit it’s hygge,” says Birgitte Nørmølle, Consular and…
Members and Friends of Women’s Auxiliary of The Danish Home Gather For Annual Spring Luncheon Saturday, April 22, 2023, marked the date for The Women’s Auxiliary of The Danish Home’s return to an in-person Spring Luncheon, this year at Belvedere Banquets, an elegant, new location in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Women’s Auxiliary President Karen Peterson…
Back in the day, on Wednesday morning at 9 o’clock, 8 – 10 volunteers would arrive at The Danish Home to shampoo, set, dry, and comb out the lady residents’ hair because everyone knows a woman always feels better when her hair looks good! Esther Sorensen, lifelong volunteer and now resident at The Danish Home,…
The Danish Home Foundation is proud to present a truly distinguished family with the 2022 Essence Award. This year’s prestigious honor was presented to Jeff and Cheryl Anderson and the Anderson Family on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at The Danish Home Foundation’s Annual Benefit and Lillejuleaften Celebration at the Hyatt Lodge in Oak Brook,…
