A History of Recreational Therapy According to the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation (NCTRC), recreational therapy or therapeutic recreation is a systematic process that utilizes recreation (leisure) and other activities as interventions to address the...
Dear Friends, Since becoming CEO of St. Louis Center one year ago, my appreciation of the importance of teamwork has grown. Teamwork - working with others to accomplish a common goal - does not just take place on a sports field. I have played soccer my entire life,...
Rather than letting his diagnosis define him or limit his potential, Andrew used - and still uses - each opportunity to develop new skills and grow. Destined for greatness The Hand of God has been a constant presence throughout Andrew Simon’s life. Despite facing...
Empowering our Residents St. Louis Center is dedicated to empowering our residents to live their lives to the fullest, fostering a sense of dignity and purpose in everything they do. Central to this mission is our commitment to exploring new opportunities that inspire...
Teamwork makes the dream work. As the On-Field Hydration Coach for the Chelsea High School football team, Lee Chambers has grown and thrived. Getting to know Lee Lee has lived at St. Louis Center for 24 years. The Center has been truly blessed by his presence as he...
A Glimpse at Tony's Journey Discovering where you belong is not always a straightforward path. Here at St. Louis Center we understand and accommodate the joys and sorrows of those who come to us. We’d like to highlight our resident Tony Cossentino and his family,...
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,...
John Heffron, center, hosted a Comedy Pop-Up show at The Collins at the Clocktower in Chelsea MI where donations for St. Louis Center residents were accepted, thank you John! Jacqui, left, and Kyle, right, enjoyed the sold-out show immensely. "Flourishing goes beyond...
Who have been the influential individuals in your life? Who has shaped you into the person you have become today? Many people played a role in your journey to help you become resilient, independent, and flourish! I reflect on the generosity of the people who make up...
A flourishing person is living a good, fulfilling life, a life with a sense of purpose. Alex Bloom’s journey stands as a shining testament to the transformative power of unwavering support and love in shaping one's path from childhood to adulthood. His story is woven...
Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after another. – Walter Elliot Not everyone has an easy road in life, each of us with obstacles along the way. We have all had moments in life when we needed to persevere. The residents of St. Louis Center...
There is always something to be thankful for even when life gets a little hard. Accepting help even in tough times is not always easy because as humans want to do everything independently. There might be financial struggles, health issues, food insecurity, or even...
