"Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others." Philippians 2:4
When you visit the Davenport Lutheran Home, you just might be greeted by 91 year old Orville Stout. You may see him in the dining room or in the Activity Room. You may pass him in the hallway near the nurse's station. Orville can be 'seen chatting with a resident or staff member. In fact, it is hard to enter our Lutheran Home, on any day of the week and not encounter Orville's friendly smile somewhere along the way.
There are currently 88 residents, many of them in their 90's living at the Davenport Lutheran Home, so it is not unusual to encounter one of them in passing. But Orville Stout does not live here. He is not a resident; he is a volunteer. Every single day, for nearly ten years, Orville has been coming to this nursing home to volunteer his time and effort, In the morning he helps the dietary staff clean-up the dining room after breakfast. Then he helps with Activities by accompanying residents to and from the Activity Room, by calling BINGO, and keeping score while the residents enjoy bowling. Orville is the official fingernail polish remover on manicure day and on Sundays he assists the Nurse Aids with seating the residents in the Chapel for the Church Service, After the service Orville helps Pastor Lockie facilitate Social Hour and helps residents back to their rooms.
When asked why he dedicates so much time, Orville says he volunteers at the Davenport Lutheran Home because he enjoys the people. We enjoy you too Orville and we appreciate your dedication and service to our residents. Happy Birthday!
