Dear Friends, Blessings in the Name of the Lord! This spring and early summer have been a season of celebration, gratitude, and exciting growth at St. Louis Center. Throughout these pages, you'll see residents building confidence, sharing their talents, and embracing...
$2 Million State Investment Will Transform Care for Aging Residents
St. Louis Center has received a $2 million state allocation to help create a new Nursing & Memory Care Center, a major step toward meeting the growing needs of aging adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Approved as part of Michigan's 2026 state...
Volunteer Spotlight – Alan Bilinski and Mark Umlauf
Everyone ... must feel useful and appreciated, finding a way of easily expressing his capabilities. - With Faith, Love and Competence Family | Community “As in a good family, we are careful not to ‘inhibit’ that reasonable amount of freedom which helps to express...
Golf & Glory Outing Inspires Surprise Gift
Golfers filled the University of Michigan Golf Course on June 22 for the 32nd Annual Golf & Glory Outing, raising more than $100,000 to support the mission of St. Louis Center. A heartfelt resident story, inspiring honorees, and an unexpected gift made the day one...
Petting Zoo On-Campus
Smiles spread quickly when a 4-H group from nearby Dexter brought a variety of farm animals to St. Louis Center on June 16th. Residents spent the evening holding rabbits and guinea pigs, feeding sheep, petting a friendly dog, and getting to know the young volunteers...
A New Beginning
“I never thought that I’d live to see that from him.” Tears still flow freely when Cheryl Sanchez talks about her son Alex’s graduation from Washtenaw ISD’s High Point School. Alex and fellow St. Louis Center resident Keaven Foss recently graduated, a milestone that...
Sounds and Sights
During the summer, Thursday evenings in downtown Chelsea are filled with music, food, and community spirit, and St. Louis Center was happy to be part of the fun. Training Coordinator Robin Smith, her daughter, and resident Lee B. served sno-cones during Chelsea's...
Summer Fun at Camp
A week at St. Francis Camp on the Lake in Jerome, MI gave 14 St. Louis Center residents the chance to enjoy new adventures, lasting friendships, and the beauty of the outdoors. Generous donors at the Fall Dinner Auction supported their fees, making camp possible for...
New Friends at the Farm
Sometimes the best partnerships begin with a simple visit. Four St. Louis Center residents are discovering new friendships, practical skills, and a meaningful way to give back through a growing partnership with nearby Barn Sanctuary in Chelsea. Accompanied by Skill...
A Partnership Begins
Craig (L) and Bill (R) present a check to Fr. Satheesh and resident Albert during their visit A generous gift is opening the door to an even stronger partnership between St. Louis Center and Ann Arbor Chapter #195 of the American Hellenic Educational Progressive...
Amazing Athletes
Friendship, teamwork, and determination took center stage as sixteen St. Louis Center residents represented the Center at the Special Olympics in Mt. Pleasant, May 28th-30th. Twelve athletes competed in Bocce Ball while four took the court in Volleyball, demonstrating...
The Yellow Brick Road leads to St. Louis Center
The magic of Oz came alive at St. Louis Center on May 11th, as residents took the stage for Open Spot Theatre’s annual spring production, featuring this year’s beloved classic, The Wizard of Oz. The gymnasium transformed into the Land of Oz with a colorful Emerald...















