A Day of Remembrance This September 11th at St. Louis Center, the residents paid tribute to ten individuals who set aside their own safety to help others. Residents in the Skill-Building Program at St. Louis Center went to the gym for the multimedia presentation....
In summer, the days move lazily along. It is a season of freedom, where each day invites adventure and fun. This past summer, St. Louis Center residents enjoyed just that. The staff worked together to create a calendar of events to keep the residents busy, moving, and...
Photo by RDNE Stock project: pexels.com/photo/person-holding-nacos-8523495/ On August 1st, twenty residents in the Independent Living Program at St. Louis Center participated in a cooking class offered by Janelle Kantola of Michigan State University Extension, a...
From a single spark of generosity and vision, a vibrant garden has blossomed, transforming not just a space, but the lives of those who tend to it here at St. Louis Center The Seed… Because of the generous funding awards from the Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor...
By: Karinna Hershberger and Tyrin Johnson As first-hand witnesses to one of the St. Louis Center Welcoming Committee’s first ventures, we can confidently say it was a success. Despite being in its early stages of development this incredibly beneficial committee, which...
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,...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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 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...
