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Presbyterian Homes & Services has enjoyed the trust of families for generations. In part, because we have offered freedom from the ordinary, by reshaping the landscape of senior housing and services. But that’s not the only reason. An unwavering commitment to your total well-being keeps our focus where it belongs—on giving you the freedom to live well.

Presbyterian Homes & Services strives to create a safe and welcoming environment for residents, guests, employees and volunteers. Our Biblical Framework and “Love One Another” Christian ministry theme (John 13:34) guide every action and help us to focus on our mission: to honor God by enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults.

We aspire to celebrate our differences and embrace opportunities to develop deeper connections as we recognize all that we share in common.
 

History

Presbyterian Homes had its beginnings in 1946 when a committee, appointed by the Synod of Minnesota of the United Presbyterian Church, decided to investigate the matter of a home for the aged in Minnesota. In 1953, Presbyterian Homes of Minnesota was incorporated, with Dr. Irving A. West being elected the first president of its board of directors. In 1955, the first senior residence was built by Presbyterian Homes of Minnesota, the predecessor of Presbyterian Homes & Services, on 20 acres of donated lakeshore property in Arden Hills.

Today, over 7,400 employees serve more than 26,000 older adults through more than 60 PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin. The PHS continuum of care reaches into the larger community through Optage® home and community services as well as Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota.

PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living, and overall well-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation.
 

Mission

To honor God by enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults.

Vision

To provide more choices and opportunities for more older adults to live well.

Values

Christian Ministry - Reflect the love of God
Ready & Engaged People - Create ownership & utilize strengths
Operational Integrity - Do what we said we would do
Service Excellence - Create an exceptional customer experience
Stewardship - Optimize resources and expand ministry

Resident Perspective: Why PHS?

With so many senior communities becoming available, why chose PHS? Hear from residents how the focus on mission and a calling to honor God by providing compassionate care differentiates PHS.

Mission-based Relationships Presbyterian Homes & Services maintains relationships with non-profit organizations that share our mission to serve older adults. These relationships include membership in associations, shared ownership of senior communities, joint ventures to establish and manage senior communities, shared staffing and programs for the benefit of residents and clients.
Presbyterian Homes Non-Profit Organizations

Non-Profit Organizations and Associations

PHS is active in local and national organizations and associations that provide pathways to educational opportunities, leadership development and public advocacy, all to strengthen and broaden our service to older adults.



 
Presbyterian Homes Healthcare Organizations

Healthcare
Organizations

Local and regional health care providers share in ownership of and provide service to select PHS communities.



 
Presbyterian Homes Faith-Based Organizations

Faith-based Organizations and Congregations

With deep roots and spiritual connections, PHS benefits from relationships that strengthen our Christian ministry. 




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