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Danish Princess to Grace Landmark Expansion of Historic Retirement Community
HRH Princess Marie of Denmark will attend a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating The Danish Home's $15 million building expansion.
The Danish Home of Chicago, a continuing care retirement community in the historic Norwood Park neighborhood, is pleased to announce the completion of a $15 million building expansion.
In honor of this monumental project, Her Royal Highness Princess Marie of Denmark will join invited guests in a celebratory ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, September 6.
Also in attendance will be Ambassador Stig Paolo Piras from the Royal Danish Embassy in Washington, D.C., and Consul General Jesper Køks Andersen of the Consulate General of Denmark in Chicago.
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“The presence of these dignitaries demonstrates not only the importance of this milestone, but also The Danish Home’s cultural significance in Chicago and beyond,” said Scott Swanson, president and CEO of The Danish Home.
The first of its scope in nearly 60 years of The Danish Home’s 134-year history, the new construction features five independent living apartments, nine additional private healthcare suites and several other renovations throughout the community, including improvements to the central mansion, built in 1914.
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Founded in 1891 by 12 Danish women committed to ensuring that older adults would not age alone in a new country, The Danish Home now embraces a diverse population while continuing to serve as a vibrant center for Danish-American culture.
“With the building expansion, Danish-American clubs, lodges and organizations will have new meeting spaces and common areas to enjoy as well as wonderful opportunities to introduce next generations to The Danish Home and the Danish-American community,” said Linda Steffensen, development manager of The Danish Home Foundation.
Members of the media are invited to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Please contact Erin Bingley for details:
Erin Bingley
The Danish Home Director of Marketing
Cell: 847-529-1417
Work:773-775-7383
The Danish Home is a not-for-profit boutique senior community at 5656 Newcastle Ave. in Norwood Park, a residential Chicago neighborhood. Independent, catered, and skilled care are offered on a private pay, rental basis. For information, contact Erin at (773) 775-7383 or visit our website at www.DanishHomeofChicago.org.
