Tabitha Vision Tabitha embraces the vision of a society in which there is genuine respect for the sacredness of all human life, where Elders are valued and have access to all of the health care services they need to achieve optimum well-being. To serve this vision, Tabitha provides compassionate health care, education, research and advocacy for older adults in a Christian culture of caring that enriches the lives of those we serve, their families, the community and each other. Tabitha began as an orphanage in 1886 in an old cowboy bunkhouse. Rev. Henry Heiner purchased 10 acres of land in the 48th and Randolph Streets area of Lincoln with a $25 down payment. A group of children who were homeless or orphaned were moved into a the bunkhouse. Aged members of the community joined the children. Rev. Heiner named the new institution "Tabitha" after his daughter who died in infancy. Tabitha was a disciple in the New Testament who was known as a woman who "was devoted to good works and acts of charity" (Acts 9:36). Tabitha offers a continuum of care staffed by over 700 employees and 2,000 volunteers who share our founding values of tradition, excellence and innovation. Tabitha provides compassionate older adult care through rehabilitation, home care, hospice, meals on wheels, intergenerational care and Elder living options. Tabitha Health Care Services is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and is located in the heart of Lincoln, Nebraska. In addition, Tabitha has Regional Offices in York, Nebraska City and Grand Island. On September 6, 2005, Tabitha broke ground for the new Green House ProjectTM at Tabitha. Nine residents moved into their new home providing long-term care – the Green House Project at Tabitha. This new facility was the first in Nebraska and only the second state in the nation to provide long-term care in a private residence.