Jacquelyn Judge passed away June 21, 2024, but her memory lives on. Jackie was a lot of things to a lot of people, but to Ken Dewa, she was a compassionate caregiver and friend. Ken was born into a small but loving family with one sister, Linda Recca, and one brother,...
Fr. Satheesh’s Corner – Summer Spirit 2024 – Spreading the Love of God
Spreading the Love of God St. Mother Teresa once said, “Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier.” This is a motto by which St. Louis Center “breathes and moves”; we care for our residents with love, and seek to spread God’s...
Donuts and Discussions at Soaring Arts Studios
A Dough-lightful Event On Tuesday, July 9th, six of our residents traveled down to Napoleon, Ohio to check out Soaring Arts Studio for their Donuts and Discussion event! Accompanied by Haylie Moran, Michelle Tyler, and their very own pottery teacher, Eli Zemper, the...
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...
Caring for People with Disabilities: Skill-Building Activities for Independence
Increased independence, autonomy, and improved quality of life Acquiring and refining various skills is crucial for individuals with developmental disabilities, as it leads to increased independence, autonomy, and an improved quality of life. From communication and...
Stories That Inspire – Haylie and her Flourishing Day Program
Every challenge is an invitation to make a positive impact. Haylie Moran is a tenacious individual who sees challenges not as obstacles but as opportunities for growth. When she took on the role of day program coordinator at the St. Louis Center in the summer of 2022,...
Golf Outing Season is Officially Open
Get your Golf on! Golf and Glory Summer is "Get out and Golf" season! St. Louis Center loves to participate in and host multiple golf outings throughout this season to raise money to help support our amazing residents! On June 24th, we officially kicked off the 2024...
Building Community Through Sounds and Sights
In the past the residents of St. Louis Center have enjoyed exciting visual and auditory experiences at Chelsea's "Sounds and Sights" street fair. In the article below, we are reflecting on the description of past participation in the fair in anticipation for the...
St. Louis Center Welcomes New CEO with Heartfelt Celebration at Paesano Italian Restaurant
Fine dining and great company! At St. Louis Center, we believe that the strength of our community lies in the bonds we create with our friends and supporters. Celebrating milestones and heroes is a vital part of nurturing these connections, and Paesano's new owners...
Mike Celebrates 60 Years!
A Joyous Celebration! One of life's great joys is spending time and celebrating with loved ones. On Sunday, June 9th, Mike Ashworth was surprised and delighted by a very special visit from his mother Barbara and their dear friend Cindy Samoray. It was Mike’s 60th...
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...
Latino Culture Feeds the Senses
St. Louis Center residents, staff, and community gather for a Latino dinner and Mariachi entertainment on June 5, 2024 Through grants funded by the Chelsea Community Foundation and St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, St. Louis Center has launched new projects to bring cultural...















