Landis Homes

09/01/2026

Get ready to bid on an exciting variety of gift baskets during Fellowship Days and our Online Benefit Auction, September 14-19, 2026! These themed baskets are thoughtfully curated and packed with unique items, experiences, and special surprises. Preview baskets and other auction items here: https://www.landishomes.org/give/fellowship-day/

Pictured:
Coffees of Lancaster City Basket by Community Initiatives Team
Let’s Cut the Cheese 1 Basket by Larry & Kendra Guengerich
Dark Chocolate Surprise Basket by Robert Martin & Judy Ebersole
Flower Power Basket by the Landis Homes Reception Team

09/01/2026

These little neighbors found the perfect spot to line up and soak in some warmth. Fun fact: turtles are ectothermic, meaning they rely on outside sources like sunshine and warm rocks to help regulate their body temperature.

Thank you to Ron Geib for capturing and sharing this wonderful photo!

08/31/2026

A meaningful milestone was celebrated Sunday as Chaplain Rhonda Good was ordained during a special service surrounded by family, friends, residents, colleagues, and members of her faith community.

The service beautifully reflected Rhonda’s call to pastoral ministry and her deep love for those she serves each day at Landis Homes. Through scripture, music, affirmations, and the liturgy of ordination, those gathered gave thanks for her faithful leadership, compassionate presence, and commitment to accompanying residents on their spiritual journeys.

We rejoice with Rhonda and celebrate this important step in her ministry, grateful for the many ways she shares God’s love within the Landis Homes community and beyond.

08/26/2026

💪We Have a Challenge Gift!💪
Last year, 46 residents needed the assistance of the Caring Fund. When you Fill the Gap, you are helping a resident receive assistance from the Caring Fund, which allows them to continue receiving high-quality care even after their personal financial resources no longer cover the full cost of their care.

The good news is that generous friends of Landis Homes have stepped forward to give a Challenge gift of $24,000! They are hopeful this challenge will inspire the spirit of generosity and raise the most funds for the Caring Fund. That means every dollar you give will be doubled for twice the impact!

Your donation before September 19, will make a significant difference in the life of a resident!

https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E8695&id=140

08/26/2026

Landis Homes is happy to support Mennonite Life all year long. They hold a huge event this week. If you love to read, this is the place for you. Mennonite Life is hosting its annual bookworm frolic August 27 through August 29. Hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the 27th and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the 28th and 29th. Browse tens of thousands of books across popular categories such as history, biography, children's books, fiction, and more. See mennonitelife.org/event/bookworm-frolic-2026 for more information.

Details about Bookworm Frolic. See date, time, location, cost, and contact information.

08/24/2026

Generous individuals have provided some fantastic specialty items for Fellowship Days & the Online Benefit Auction September 14 – 19, 2026. Get ready to bid!

- Three-Day Weekend at Stillwater Camp in a fully equipped log cabin that sleeps up to 17 individuals between May 1 and September 30, 2027
- Four Hershey Gardens Complimentary Tickets
- Dave Thompson’s Southern Pound Cake using his Grandmother’s famous recipe
- Private Guided Car Tour of Gettysburg National Park by Richard Goedkoop, a licensed Battlefield Guide at Gettysburg National Park

Click here to preview all Fellowship Days Auction items: https://fellowshipdays2026.ggo.bid/

08/23/2026

Thank you to everyone who voted in this year’s LNP's Readers’ Choice Awards and helped recognize several Landis Communities affiliates. Landis at Home, Landis Place on King and Landis Homes were honored in multiple categories!

We’re especially grateful to team members, residents, families, friends and community members who took the time to vote and support the people and places that make up Landis Communities. Your support helped recognize the people and communities that make Landis Communities what it is!

Thank you for being part of our community and for taking the time to make your voice heard.

08/21/2026

We share the following with deep sadness. Teffie guided the launch of this important effort so well. Please remember all who loved her at this time.

A Note from the Lumina by Landis Leadership Team

On August 8, 2026, our inaugural director, Stephanie “Teffie” Landmann, unexpectedly passed away at her home in Lititz. As we continue to process this loss as a community, we want to share an update on the future of Lumina,The Dementia Friendly Experience.

Larry Zook, President and CEO, shared the following with the Landis family in the days following the tragedy: “Teffie was hired in 2024 to build on Landis' commitment to providing a highly supportive environment for individuals living with memory loss. She was uniquely qualified for this role, having taught Positive Approach to Care (PAC) with Teepa Snow since 2018. Her expertise in mentoring individuals and organizations on best practices for supporting those experiencing brain change made her a sought-after speaker and educator. We were truly blessed to have her as our very first director.”

To honor Teffie and the work she loved so deeply, Landis Communities remains committed to becoming a Dementia Center of Excellence with a 100% PAC-trained workforce. Chaplain Audrey Kanagy, who worked alongside Teffie in conducting Lumina trainings, has been named interim director, and will be supported by a team of Landis professionals with advanced certifications in evidence-based dementia care. We appreciate so many who have stepped up to continue this important work.

In the coming weeks, we will begin the search for a new director. For now, let us remember and celebrate the significant impact Teffie had on Landis Communities. In her spirit, and that of Nehemiah 2:18: "Let us start rebuilding." Together, we will carry forward the work she so faithfully began.

08/19/2026

Healthcare and Personal Care residents, their families and team members recently gathered outdoors for a summer picnic featuring burgers, hot dogs, baked beans and other picnic favorites. Of course, no summer meal would be complete without strawberry shortcake for dessert!

With lively conversation, a few fun hats and lots of laughter around the tables, it was a wonderful afternoon spent together. Thank you to everyone who helped make the picnic such a special occasion!

08/14/2026

There are so many talented artists who devote their time to crafting beautiful creations for Fellowship Days and the Online Benefit Auction September 14 – 19, 2026. Preview these unique pieces and get ready to bid! For more information, go to LandisFellowshipDay.org. All proceeds go toward the Caring Fund.

Pictured:
Animal Cracker Noah’s Ark – Handmade by David Magnuson, 16” wooden ark with animals and removable cabin deck and portholes
Freddie the Fox – created by Lee Henry, handmade Japanese amigurumi style crocheted stuffed plushie.
Handmade, Crocheted Shawl – Handmade by Marti McKinley, 31” long, varied shades of blue & green with a matching beret
Green & White Gazing Ball – created by Any Myers, approximately 10” in diameter, made of handblown glass. It sparkles when backlit by fairy lights that have been inserted inside
Centerpiece Glass Bowl – Handmade by Susan G. Fast
Pentominoes Game II – Handcrafted by Larry Newswanger, 6x10”, oak in oak frame