Danish Home of Chicago

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Danish Home of Chicago

For over 130 years we've honored the Danish tradition of caring for our elders. We are an NFP organization. 🇩🇰🌟🫶🏡

As a CCRC, trust us with your loved one in Independent, Sheltered Care, and private pay intermediate Skilled Nursing. Nestled in a quiet Chicago neighborhood, The Danish Home, established in 1891 is a boutique continuing care retirement community that offers a secure, caring environment for its residents. At The Danish Home, we welcome applicants of any background. Yet a core of Danish-at-heart residents, staff and board members lead the community in maintaining long-running traditions and welcoming new ones brought to The Danish Home by residents of different heritages. You will enjoy lively outings, activities, and get-togethers in a close-knit setting. Comfortable rooms and suites are just steps away from tastefully decorated public spaces where you may host small private gatherings. Outside is a beautiful park-like garden, the site of many summer picnics and parties. Best of all, no matter how your circumstances might change, you can count on The Danish Home. Since our community is licensed for several levels of care, you know that once you have entered The Danish Home, you do not have to worry about the future! New residents and their families quickly get to know everyone else: residents, staff, and volunteers. At The Danish Home, there are no strangers-only friends you haven’t made yet!

04/03/2026

Be a winner! Last call to RSVP to the Women's Auxiliary Spring Luncheon. We will have a variety of prizes for lucky chances - not to mention all the wonderful conversation, food, and trivia to be had! Registration is available online https://danishhomeofchicago.org/luncheon-2026/

04/01/2026

There is no better day than today to make our announcement that we will be putting in a rollercoaster. This twisting turning experience will go high above our new expansion and plunge 50 feet giving you the thrill of a lifetime!

03/19/2026

Everyone is welcome at the Women's Auxiliary of The Danish Home’s 67th Annual Benefit Spring Luncheon on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Meridian Banquets in Rolling Meadows. This special event starts at 11:30 a.m. with Cocktails and Social Time, followed by the NOON Luncheon. There will be many Lucky Bucket and Silent Auction items. Inviting family and friends is encouraged, the more the merrier. We look forward to seeing you there! If you are unable to attend, please consider sending a donation to support “The Women’s Auxiliary of The Danish Home”. Please RSVP before April 12th- details and registration at https://danishhomeofchicago.org/lifestyle/events/

03/17/2026

Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day even at The Danish Home of Chicago! Our residents and staff enjoyed a delicious lunch of corned beef and cabbage, split pea soup, and a tasty on theme cupcake for dessert. The Danish Home’s windows and tables are also festively decorated for the holiday!

03/04/2026

Celebrated in March each year in the United States, Women’s History Month is dedicated to honoring the vital role and contributions of women in American history and society. This month, we honor the twelve women of Danish descent, who founded The Danish Home of Chicago in 1891 with charity in their hearts and a vision to assist elderly people. We also recognize our hardworking Women’s Auxiliary and our dedicated female staff, who continue to serve The Danish Home so professionally. Each day, these dynamic women help The Danish Home’s beloved residents stay active through friendships and programs while embracing social connections. Learn more about The Danish Home’s history at: https://danishhomeofchicago.org/our-community/history/

02/19/2026

The Consulate General of Denmark sponsored the Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Monthly Birthday Party at The Danish Home of Chicago. Birgitte Nørmølle, Consular and Administrative Officer, brought greetings from the Consulate General of Denmark, and three young Danes employed at the Consulate, Simone, Rune, and Martine, talked about their backgrounds. Attendees enjoyed Danish raisin rolls, Danish birthday cake, and the chance to win a wide variety of gifts from the prize cart. Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2 PM for the next Monthly Birthday Party, which will be sponsored by the Danish American Athletic Club. Everyone is welcome!

02/18/2026

The Danish Home celebrated Chinese New Year today. 2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse. It takes 60 years for an animal and an element to align again in the Lunar Calendar. The last time this combination occured was 1966!

01/30/2026

At The Danish Home of Chicago located in Norwood Park, our best-in-class staff to resident ratios, excellent dining services, and programming allow our residents to thrive with exceptional care. Take a moment to listen to our Director of Nursing, Michelle, talk through the importance of being active when receiving therapies and the support and communication you'll have at the Home.

Learn more about our skilled nursing services by visiting https://danishhomeofchicago.org/skilled-nursing/ or call 773-775-7383 to a schedule a tour.

01/23/2026

Every third Wednesday, all are invited to skaal to our monthly birthdays. Join us in eating Boller, cake, and hearing the worst (best) jokes around! Don't forget to bring some cash for our raffle- those prizes are going to change your life. Take a look at our most recent celebration sponsored by Dania and be sure to stop by February 18th 2026 at 2pm for the next party.

01/15/2026

The Danish Home of Chicago’s residents said “Skaal” this morning with delicious, freshly-squeezed orange juice from Florida.

The special shipment of “Golden Honeybells” is a gift from The Danish Home Foundation’s friend and donor Peter K. Nielsen of Naples. The shipment comes from Sun Harvest Citrus in Vero Beach.

The Danish Home’s residents look forward to this tasty treat each January from Florida during the cold, winter days here in Chicago. Many thanks once again to Peter Nielsen for his friendship and thoughtfulness! Skaal!

01/08/2026

Lillejuleaften (Little Christmas Eve) is always a joyous evening for The Danish Home of Chicago’s residents, their families, and friends. December 23, 2025 was another such festive and elegant evening at The Danish Home. Deacon Carole Edwards led the Church Service at 5 p.m. followed by a delicious dinner of duck and pork roast with all the trimmings.

Guest speakers for the evening included The Danish Home’s President/CEO Scott Swanson and Danish Association Chairman Paul Pedersen. The Danish Home Foundation’s fundraising consultant and longtime friend Nike Whitcomb was the honored recipient of this year’s Essence Award. On behalf of the Women’s Auxiliary, President Karen Nylen-Swidergal presented a check to Scott Swanson to help fund the remodeling and updates to The Danish Home’s new Gathering Room restroom. The holiday evening ended with “Kransekage”, a variety of desserts and dancing around the Christmas tree. Happy New Year to everyone from The Danish Home of Chicago!

Photos courtesy of Lars Rasmussen, Linda Steffensen and Cindy Andersen.

12/18/2025

The Danish Home of Chicago held a merry and bright Holiday Birthday Party on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. Residents and guests enjoyed Glogg, Buttered Raisin Rolls and Danish Birthday Cake. The Danish National Committee of Chicago was the event sponsor, and Danish National Committee President Nicolai Schousboe brought greetings. MC Karen Peterson led the singing of Christmas Carols, while Kevin Zehme played the piano. Everyone enjoyed the chance to win some festive holiday-themed gifts from the prize cart!

Please join us for the next Monthly Birthday Party on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 2 PM! Everyone is welcome!

Merry Christmas and Happy 2026 to all from The Danish Home of Chicago!

Address

5656 N Newcastle Avenue
Chicago, IL
60631

Telephone

+17737757383

Website

http://danishhomeofchicago.org/

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