A ministry of Wartburg Lutheran Services,
Coburg Village is a not-for-profit organization committed to providing
high quality, non-denominational residential services and related
programs for older adults.
Coburg Village is a ministry of healing,
hospitality and community through partnerships in caring.
We are a rich combination of the old
and new. While our community itself opened in September 1999,
our roots in Wartburg Lutheran Services gives us a 125-year history
of service to seniors of all faiths and walks of life. As a new
faith-based organization with a long history, Coburg Village addresses
the physical, spiritual, and emotional dimensions of the entire
community with genuine respect, heartfelt compassion, and cheerful
goodwill.
The secure and welcoming environment
of Coburg Village revolves around individuals’ choice and
encourages an active and independent lifestyle. In support of
that independence, a wide variety of services are available to
all residents from a staff of caring people who bring a wealth
of expertise to their fields of service.
Coburg Village draws its name from
the town of Coburg in Saxony, Germany – a place that played
a crucial role not only in European history, but also in the growth
of the Lutheran movement. First mentioned by name in 1056, Coburg
was for six centuries the seat of government of the dukes of Saxony.
In 1920, it united voluntarily with Bavaria.
Coburg has special cause to commemorate
Martin Luther. In the spring of 1530, when the Elector of Saxony
came to the Imperial Diet in Augsburg together with a large delegation,
Luther (who had been banned) was forced to remain behind at the
Saxon border. He took lodgings in Coburg Fortress, which was built
in the 12th century, overlooking the town. The complex comprised
the main stronghold in the east and outer defenses in the west.
Luther
spent six months, from April to October 1530, at Coburg Castle,
while the Imperial Diet was assembled in Augsburg. He kept himself
continually informed by means of messengers about what was happening
at the Imperial Diet and gave instructions as to how the negotiations
were to be conducted. On October 4, he left Coburg in the Elector's
entourage.
What inspired Martin Luther the whole
of his working life is reflected in detail by this period. The
165 days of seclusion at the Castle gave him an opportunity to
devote himself to many different questions. Thus the time spent
in Coburg proved to be one of the particularly fruitful epochs
of his life.
The fortress was frequently altered
throughout the years until the 18th century, when it ceased to
be of military importance. It was renovated between 1838 and 1844
by Carl Alexander Heideloff and between 1908 and 1924 by Bodo
Ebhardt. Visitors to the Castle nowadays will be able to see the
Luther Room, the art treasures in the various collections and
the royal building with the Luther Chapel. Interesting features
of Coburg itself include Ehrenburg Palace and the 14th century
main municipal Church of St. Moriz.
We’re certain you have some questions
regarding Coburg Village. This FAQ section is a modest attempt
to provide answers to those most commonly raised by people interested
in the kinds of services we offer. We encourage you, also, to
contact us if there is any further information we can provide.
We will be happy to answer your questions.
Choose any category:
· Finances
- Cost of services offered at Coburg Village.
· Services
- Explanation of services.
· Lifestyle
- Style is the key word in this section.
· Healthcare
- Only the best health care is available.
· Map
and Directions
· Miscellaneous
