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Working at National Lutheran Communities & Services

National Lutheran Communities & Services

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Apr 2026 - Apr 2027


Employees say this is a great place work

Overview

About the Company
National Lutheran Communities & Services partners with older adults to deliver a full range of lifestyle, residential and health care options in Maryland and Virginia. As a faith-based, not-for-profit organization, we champion a culture of caring and belonging where residents live with purpose, choice, and connection, and team members feel valued, supported, and part of a strong community.

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Headquarters
Frederick, Maryland, US


Year Founded
1890


Number of Locations
6 Locations
2 States


Majority Type of Care
Senior Housing & Care



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Company Culture

The Employee Experience
The employee experience below at National Lutheran Communities & Services, compared to an overall Great Place to Work statement for a typical US-based company.


83% of employees at National Lutheran Communities & Services say it is a great place to work
compared to 57% of employees at a typical US-based company.

Benchmark: Typical US-based Company *See source


92%

I feel good about the ways we contribute to the community.

91%

This is a physically safe place to work.


89%

When I look at what we accomplish, I feel a sense of pride.

89%

When you join the company, you are made to feel welcome.


89%

My work has special meaning: this is not "just a job."

What Employees are Saying

See what employees say about what makes National Lutheran Communities & Services a great workplace. These words are drawn from employee comments on the Trust Index™ survey.


Employee Demographics

The Employee Demographics & Tenure
The tenure breakdown at National Lutheran Communities & Services.

Hiring

Why Work Here?
NLCS is a team where strong leadership, high standards, and a culture of compassion and respect create meaningful work and real opportunities to grow careers.


Mission

Mission

NLCS honors, inspires and supports choice and opportunity in partnership with older adults and is here to help older adults to get more out of life: more friendships and new pursuits, and more comfort and spiritual fulfillment.

Benefits

Benefits

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Same-day pay
  • 401k
  • Associate or college degree program
  • English Second Language classes

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Life at National Lutheran Communities & Services

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