Hygge
We embrace the Scandinavian value of hygge, which means hospitality, friendship, conviviality…the wish to make everybody comfortable, cared for and loved.
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Lykkexc
We embrace the Scandinavian value of lykkexc, Danish for happiness. Here, among close friends and warm and loving staff, you can’t help but feel happy.
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Fortrøstning
We honor the Scandinavian value of fortrøstning, which means optimism, reliance and trust. Nothing is more important to us than your trust that we will provide a secure future for you.
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The Danish Home Foundation
The Danish Home Foundation is a not-for-profit organization funded and operated 100% by private donations and endowments. These donations preserve the purpose and spirit of The Danish Home, envisioned by its founders, to provide care and a safe, comfortable haven for older people.
“We could not have found a better home for our mother than The Danish Home.
The level of nursing care, attention to detail, and overall cleanliness is truly outstanding.”
– Anne Mickey, daughter of resident
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