Through Warren’s vision and your support, Senior Living Ministries now reaches over 40,000 seniors each day with the hope and love of Jesus. In 2002, God led and equipped Warren Olson to found Senior Living Ministries at age 73. As you read his story below and what led to the start of this ministry, we […]

In today’s high-tech society, the online world can bring connection and comfort to those feeling isolated. Social media helps you connect with family and friends all over the world. And Facebook provides the perfect “meeting ground” for people with common interests to find each other and build a virtual community. That’s why, thanks to your […]

One of the most powerful ministries of Senior Living is its prayer ministry… reaching out to hundreds each month to provide the support, they urgently need. Thank you for your support which helps to encourage many seniors like these: “God bless you and your important work! I work at a long-term care assisted living facility […]

Burnt Sugar Cake Ingredients: 2¼ cups sugar ¾ cup boiling water 1¼ cup butter, divided 2 eggs, separated 1 cup cold water 3 cups flour ½ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon baking powder 2 cups powdered sugar 1 Tablespoon milk Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Put ¾ cup sugar in saucepan […]

Dear Friend, I’m so grateful for the unshakable hope you and I have in Christ. When my dad, Warren Olson, went home to be with the Lord on July 11th, I knew I’d see him again. Because that’s what the Bible promises us as followers of Jesus. So as Dad left for heaven, my words […]

Thank you for helping make the following testimonies possible through your support of Senior Living Ministries. We appreciate your gifts and prayers!   “Glory to God for the spiritual encouragement I receive through your devotional every morning. I will continue to pray for your ministry.” –Carla           “I have a migraine […]

Dear Friend, In his book Facing Loneliness, J. Oswald Sanders tells the story of a distinguished scholar named  Henry Martyn. Martyn, a Cambridge University student, was honored at only 20 years of age for his achievements in mathematics. In fact, he was given the highest recognition possible in that field. But he still felt such […]

Everyone experiences hard times—days when loneliness and isolation seem to be unbearable. But on your darkest days, real encouragement is just a click away! At Senior Living Ministries, you’ll get access to encouraging, gospel-centered articles and devotionals through our Resource Library, find Scripture for your situation through our Verses of Comfort page, and submit a prayer […]

Q: Warren, I’ve been living in the same community for years, and I just don’t feel like anyone here likes me. To be honest, I’m lonely. How can I build relationships with others? A: Building strong relationships with others is vital—especially in our later years. And it always begins with making an intentional connection. While […]

By Warren Olson Clayton Lonetree spent 9 years in prison—and you might say that loneliness put him there. Lonetree was a US Marine assigned to guard duty at the American embassy in Moscow. The weather was cold and dreary, and he didn’t get much mail from back home. He even tried to write to an […]