April 17, 2017 Peterborough Rotary Club

“When we talk about our brother, we find ourselves telling people that he is in the perfect environment. Rather than asking him to change to fit to the world we live in, it’s Lukas who has changed the world just a little for John.” Sarah and Becket, sisters of John (30 year resident)

“Daniel has grown and thrived at Lukas “Daniel has grown and thrived at Lukas. This is his home, and he is always looking forward to returning.” “When you visit one of the residences, you are struck immediately by the “family” feeling that the residents share. House parents, volunteers and residents forge strong bonds and their affection and concern for one another is abundantly evident, as is the sense of comradery throughout the community. “ Herb and Arleen, parents of Dan (18 year resident)

“The Lukas Community is a wonderful place for Rima “The Lukas Community is a wonderful place for Rima. Happiness is a task with a reachable goal when you find the right place and the right people. I think my daughter Rima has found both.” Joseph, father of Rima (28 year resident) “The co-workers are kind, they understand Rima and they constantly encourage her in doing and completing the many activities offered there. This is helped Rima to develop and mature into a stronger person. “

“The care for our residents, which is the center of our work, is deeply rewarding, as each of them brings such a wide range of beautiful qualities, challenges and gifts to our community.” “To learn to work as a team with the other nine highly gifted, deeply caring and dedicated coworkers and leaders is an honor and a great joy.” Mathias, houseparent at Echo Farm

“Crystal is a very sweet young lady “Crystal is a very sweet young lady. She loves music, but most especially she LOVES to dance. I’m so sad when I think about letting Crystal go away from home and from me, but it is time. She wants to be more independent now and she is ready. We all love Lukas. “ Mother of Crystal (a 12 year resident)

“The Lukas world is a little slower and more predictable “The Lukas world is a little slower and more predictable. It’s full of kind people who have time – well – who make time for John. At Lukas, John is accepted as he is, and he is at peace.” Sarah and Becket, sisters of John

“Our Echo Family feels like a wonderful configuration of old and new friends. I feel that I have arrived…where care and compassion for the fellow human being, paired with courage and competence, become a part of my every day.” Juliane – houseparent at Echo Farm

Lovely things, lovely things, Are the flowers in spring And the children that sing, And the songs that mother sang such a long time ago “Now this is my Lukas family. I always feel that the people at Lukas are my family. I have seen a lot of things happening here, really nice things. The Lukas Community is a wonderful place to live and work.” Linda (28 year resident)

Kristen Stanton Kristen.Stanton@LukasCommunity.org www.LukasCommunity.org 603-878-4796 The Lukas Community Every successful individual knows that his or her achievement depends on a community of persons working together. Rudolf Steiner