Home for the Aged of the Little Sisters of the Poor, Inc.

The Little Sisters of the Poor who operate St. Joseph’s Home are committed to serving the needs of the elderly poor in the Louisville Metropolitan area, regardless of race, creed, sex or nationality. 

The Little Sisters strive to meet the individual, physical, social, spiritual and emotional needs of the Residents to help them maintain a sense of dignity and self-esteem, characteristics often lacking in the elderly.

Quality care is provided to nearly 80 Residents who are all over 65 years of age and are without the financial means, family or social support to maintain independence in the community.  The continuum of services permits a sense of security throughout their life.

In collaboration with the Little Sisters, a team of professionally trained staff and consultants assure that our Residents receive the finest care possible.  Regular medical   services are also provided.  Social and recreational programs offer a variety of activities within and outside the Home.  Moreover, the presence of a chapel and year-round planning meet the spiritual needs for our Residents of all denominations.

 Our MISSION is to offer the neediest elderly of every race and religion a home where they will be welcomed as Christ, cared for as family and accompanied with dignity until God calls them to himself.

Our VISION is to contribute to the Culture of Life by nurturing communities where each person is valued, the solidarity of the human family and the wisdom of age are celebrated, and the compassionate love of Christ is shared with all.

Our Values

REVERENCE: for the sacredness of human life and for the uniqueness of each person, especially those who are poorest and/or weakest. This is reflected in care that is holistic and person-centered.

FAMILY SPIRIT: a spirit of joyful hospitality embracing all with open arms, hearts and minds; fostering participation in the life of the home and rejecting all forms of discrimination.

HUMBLE SERVICE: the desire to raise others up and to put their needs before our own; an appreciation of simple, everyday tasks and experiences and humble means in accomplishing our work.

COMPASSION: empathy for sharing the weaknesses and sufferings of others; eagerness to relieve pain in all its forms and to make the elderly happy.

STEWARDSHIP: the recognition that life and all other goods are gifts from God and should therefore be used responsibly for the good of all; trust in God’s Providence and the generosity of others to provide for our needs; just compensation for our collaborators; a spirit of gratitude and sharing.