A dozen men from the Irish Hills Knights of Columbus Council completed their Lenten Penance at the Center April 14th and 16th by taking on the task of replacing the roof of the gazebo behind Fr. Guanella Hall. Built inlate 90s, the gazebo was in dire need of some...
2025 Chili Challenge
St. Louis Center is home to 55 full-time residents. It takes a large family of staff and volunteers to provide them with personalized, compassionate care. To make sure that a family atmosphere thrives, fun and creative activities abound. On Wednesday, February 26th,...
Volunteer Spotlight: A Force for Good
Our remarkable volunteers fulfill a wide range of needs that allow us to provide the highest level of care for our residents. Thank you to the many volunteers who have joined St. Louis Center in furthering its mission. The Klovski Family first became involved...
Profiles of a Guanellian Staff – Social Services Specialists
Social Services The Social Services Department is staffed by a team of qualified Social Services Specialists and talented support staff who are involved with the residents in many areas of their lives from admission to daily goals. As a team, this department...
St. Louis Center Staff Awarded Scholarship
Will Johnson, long-time St. Louis Center benefactor and Community Advisory Council member, generously funds a college scholarship each year to benefit a staff member of the Center. Staff members themselves, or their children or grandchildren who are furthering their...
Volunteer Spotlight – Eagle Scout Reclaims Garden
Eagle Scout Candidate Sophia Roux’s deep-rooted connection to St. Louis Center has blossomed into a heartfelt mission to create a lasting space of peace and reflection for the community she holds dear. Sophia Roux is no stranger to St. Louis Center Her mother worked...
Second Annual All-Staff Day
By hosting events like All Staff Day, held on September 19th, St. Louis Center hopes to improve the lives of everyone who steps foot on our campus. Symbolic Recognition According to a recent study by the Harvard Business Review, symbolic awards and interventions can...
Volunteer Spotlight: Ken Unterbrink
Ken Unterbrink and local Knights visiting parishes Ken Unterbrink is no stranger to volunteering. Throughout his life Ken has been giving his time to many organizations, St. Louis Center happens to be one of his favorites. Ken has been very active with the Michigan...
Karinna and Tyrin: Rounding out the Development Team
Karinna Hershberger Karinna graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University in April with a BA in English. She will be filling the Community Grants and Events Coordinator role. Karinna has proficient experience in writing and editing after many internships and part-time...
St. Louis Center’s Dream Tour III: A Journey of a Lifetime
Travelers Approaching the Swiss Alps This May, thirty-six joyful travelers embarked on the unforgettable "Dream Cruise III," journeying by plane, boat, bus, and train from Amsterdam to Milan, Italy. This third journey in the series was organized by long-time St. Louis...
Montessori Training
On March 20, 2024, St. Louis Center welcomed Vince Antonucci and Bryan Stevenson from the Center for Applied Research in Dementia (CARD). They provided us with a 6-hour training on helping individuals with I/DD and dementia remain independent for as long as possible....
Volunteer Spotlight: Lauren Wisniewski
Lauren Wisniewski volunteers each Tuesday and Wednesday evening to assist Laura Rayer, Activities Coordinator, with bingo and bowling. She also helped at the recent Glow Party and Open Spot Theatre performance. The residents look forward to activities with her. Why...















