We are proud to serve you. Martin Luther Campus is managed by Ebenezer, Minnesota's largest senior living operator.
As part of the Ebenezer family of Senior Care communities, we are dedicated to helping older adults and others make their lives more independent, healthful, meaningful, and secure. It is our goal to respond to the physical, psychological, social and spiritual dimensions of the whole person, encouraging continued learning and innovation, and striving for excellence in all that we do. Ebenezer is the senior housing division of Fairview Health Services and has 100 years of experience serving older adults. We have been innovators with being the first assisted living in Minnesota, and have an attached long term care, or traditionally called a "nursing home". We are proud to have been serving Bloomington for over 50 years!
03/22/2026
Martin Luther Campus loves our spot on the edge of the Minnesota River and our beautiful woods. It provides a tranquil environment for enjoyment and healing—and perfect viewing of all kinds of wildlife, from turkeys and birds to our beloved deer. We recently had a visit from this special one.
As the old saying goes, “A deer with one antler is a symbol of resilience, reminding us that even after challenges, we can continue to grow and thrive.”
It’s a beautiful reminder to us all to keep pushing forward, finding joy, meaning, and purpose at every age.
Thanks for the visit, deer one! 🦌
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03/20/2026
🎪 We had some carnival fun at Martin Luther Care Center!
Our residents tried a few carnival games, and it turned into a great time. There were some wins, lots of laughs, and plenty of smiles along the way.
Thank you to our amazing staff and volunteers for their excellent cheering and helping everything run smoothly!
03/19/2026
Our friends at Martin Luther Care Center had some Lifelong Learning fun making paper birds! 🐦🎨
Everyone designed their own paper using crayons and watercolor, then put the pieces together so their birds could move. Each one turned out colorful, different, and full of personality.
We so enjoyed spending time with our art friends!
— From Curiosity Studio
03/19/2026
Great to see these experts sharing this important content. We are so proud to offer Lifelong Learning Programs as an Ebenezer community with partners, MacPhail Center for Music. Thank you, Ebenezer Society Foundation donors for helping to make this possible.
Alzheimer's Speaks is excited to share this episode on How Music Supports Healthy Aging and Cognitive Health. MacPhail Center for Music and the Ebenezer Foundation talk about the benefits of their programs.
Our Adult Day Clubs—Campus and TLC Community Clubs always have fun!! Everyone got to try this egg trick. 🥚 Pretty neat, huh?! 😊
Interested in learning more about our engaging days full of activities and friends? Contact us today at 952-885-8896–we’d be glad to tell you more!
03/18/2026
Our Meadow Woods residents had a wonderful time creating clay pieces with Northern Clay! Working with clay is a great way to use our hands, get creative, and keep our fingers moving and strong.
It’s also a special time to relax, visit, and enjoy each other’s company. Our instructor Susan is amazing, and it’s always such a treat when she brings our projects back fired, finished, and shining in all their glory!
03/17/2026
What a treat! Our wonderful Meadow Woods resident, Pat, turned lunch into a family celebration. She invited her loved ones—including a professional piano player—to share music with everyone. Pat even sang along, adding her own special touch!
We love seeing families support their loved ones and bring joy to our entire community.
03/16/2026
Some days you just feel pretty. 💜
Nancy shared that she was delighted to be wearing a special skirt she found years ago—it’s one of those pieces that just makes you smile when you put it on. Moments like these remind us how important it is to feel comfortable, confident, and at home. At Meadow Woods Assisted Living, it’s the little joys—favorite outfits, friendly faces, and a welcoming community—that make each day a good day.
Our residents at Martin Luther Care Center love Noodle Ball! It’s simple: grab a balloon, a pool noodle, and a volleyball net, then see how long you can keep the balloon in the air! Fun, great exercise, and full of laughter — a favorite around here! 🎈
03/15/2026
Our very own receptionist, Michele, recently treated residents at Martin Luther Care Center to a special “Armchair Tour” of her trip to visit her daughter in Germany. 🌍✈️
A proud mama, Michele shared highlights from her travels through Germany, Austria, and London, England—including magical Christmas markets, highlights of Mozart and The Sound of Music, beautiful concerts, famous sights, unique souvenirs and of course delicious food. 🎄🎶
Residents loved hearing about her adventures and even shared travel stories of their own. It was a wonderful way to experience another part of our big, beautiful world—right in the Great Room!
A special thank you to Michele for sharing her journey with us.❤️
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1959-Seventeen Lutheran Churches in Minneapolis purchased 78 acres of land on the Minnesota River in Bloomington. The purchase price was $78,000.
1960-Land was consecrated. Ground was broken on June 12, 1960. 62 acres were sold to the City of Bloomington and the school district to help raise capital for the building of Martin Luther Manor.
1961-The service of Laying of the Cornerstone was held. The first resident was welcomed on September 27th, 1961. The cost to build and furnish Martin Luther Manor was $900,000. Originally Martin Luther Manor had 96 beds: 20 double rooms, 20 single rooms, and 4 two room apartments. 38 beds on the first floor served as the infirmary. It was staffed by 30 employees.
1963-The statue of Christ was dedicated. It was purchased by 30 churches and individuals. Sculptor, Armondo Batelli created it in Piedtrasanta, Italy. The statue’s theme is from Matthew 11:28 – “Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, I will give you rest.”
1984- The north building was added. Highland Manor, now Highland House, also opened.
1985- Adult Day Services were added.
1986- Transportation services were added.
1989-Meadow Woods Assisted Living opened.
1995- A Parish Nurse Program began.
1999- Safe Harbor volunteer program began.
2007-Martin Luther Manor applied to the Minnesota Department of Health for a moratorium exception, allowing it to renovate the care center.
2008-Martin Luther Manor received approval from the Minnesota Department of Health to proceed with renovation. During this year, Martin Luther Manor changed its name to Martin Luther Care Center. The continuum of services (Martin Luther Care Center, Meadow Woods, Highland House, and the adult day programs) offered by our campus became known as Martin Luther Campus.
2009- Ground was broken for the reconstruction of Martin Luther Care Center. Meadow Woods opened Meadow Song, a 14 apartment memory care community.
2010- Reconstruction of Martin Luther Care Center was completed about 18 months after the ground-breaking
2011-The Grand Opening of Martin Luther Care Center was held- fifty years after Martin Luther Manor opened its doors. The Grand Opening also became a celebration of fifty years of service to seniors.
