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...
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...
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....
Happy 2024! Left to right: Lanard, Shane, Michelle Tyler (2nd Shift DCW), Joey, and Laura Rayer (Activities Coordinator) prepare to ring in the New Year Two generous donors contributed $100,000 each in a challenge to bring in an additional $200,000 by year's end. As...
Kaitlyn LaRocque, St. Louis Center Kitchen Staff, appreciates the role food plays in bringing people together. Kaitlyn's life journey is with a strong commitment to working with people of all ages and abilities. From a young age, she felt a calling to help others, and...
Fr. Enzo Addari, Valerie Bristle, Will Johnson, Isabell Frey, Jonathon Bristle, Jeana Abby, Dave Roscinski, and Robin Smith at the presentation of the award. Through the generosity of Will Johnson, a St. Louis Center benefactor, current staff members, and their family...
Staff played many games together, like tug-of-war. Guanellian staff around the globe do work that is far from glamorous and are often barely recognized for their efforts. St. Louis Center hosted an All-Staff Day on September 21 to show appreciation for their hard...
Randy with Matthias at the Night to Shine dance Randy - A Light at St. Louis Center Randy Sietz, a fourth-year direct care worker, has become a beloved figure at St. Louis Center. He brings a brightness to the residents' day with his smile and caring demeanor as soon...
Cedric Santana, Social Services Specialist Cedric Santana joins St. Louis Center as the newest Social Services Specialist. Growing up in the Jackson Area, Cedric always knew that he wanted to help people. After graduating from Michigan Center in 2016, he pursued his...
Kyle Cater Kyle has recently joined the Development and Communications team as the Development and Communications Administrative Assistant. Originally from the Grand Rapids area, Kyle now lives in Jackson after graduating from Albion College in 2021 with a Bachelor of...
Each year the Columbus Day Celebration Committee selects Man, Woman and Humanitarian of the Year. The honorees have been named due to their outstanding contributions to the Italian American community in Metro Detroit. The weeklong Columbus Day festivities include...
The St. Louis Center Staff have a demanding yet rewarding job. Between managing residents' busy schedules and needs, each day is a new adventure. The family and loved ones of the residents wanted to find a special way to thank the staff for the loving care that they...
