ST. LOUIS CENTER

A caring residential community for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Caring for People with Disabilities: The Power of Music Therapy

by | January 29, 2026 | FUN |, LIVE - Programs, Newsletter Page 7 | 0 Comments

Inner Rhythm Music Therapy On Monday mornings at St. Louis Center, the sound of music signals more than just a pleasant start to the week—it marks a time of connection, growth, and joy. For the past two years, music therapist Renae from Harmony Garden Music Therapy...
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Stories of Inspiration: Fostering the Mission

by | December 30, 2025 | HOME |, Newsletter Page 4, Stories of Inspiration | 0 Comments

It is no secret that the St. Louis Center residents enjoy playing basketball. Several of them have participated for many years on Special Olympics teams. To help spread the mission of St. Louis Center to young people in the community, Caitlin Blomquist, St. Louis...
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Stories of Inspiration: Christmas with the Community

by | December 22, 2025 | Appeals, Community, Families, LIVE - Programs, Live Events, Newsletter Page 1, Newsletter Page 4, Stories of Inspiration | 0 Comments

A Season of Joy: Embracing the Mission This Christmas at St. Louis Center At St. Louis Center, Christmas is not just a season—it is a joyful way of life. Our residents look forward to Christmas all year long, delighting in the many opportunities to celebrate, create,...
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Stories of Inspiration – Leading the Mission

by | December 16, 2025 | Administration Corner, Appeals, Community, Donors, GIVE - Supporters, GIVE - What, Newsletter Page 1, Stories of Inspiration, Tributes | 0 Comments

Fr. Joseph was a joyful presence at St. Louis Center. Fr. Joseph Rinaldo’s dedication to serving those in need and his commitment to building communities of care demonstrate the impact that one individual can make on the world. His journey is a testament to the power...
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Stories of Inspiration: Bradley Herblet and Steven Wysocki

by | December 11, 2025 | Administration Corner, Appeals, Community, From Fr Satheesh, GIVE - Supporters, GIVE - What, HOME |, LIVE - Programs, Match, Stories of Inspiration | 0 Comments

2025 Graduates: Bradley Herblet and Steven Wysocki Bradley Herblet Bradley Herblet is no stranger to change. When he joined the St. Louis Center community in March of 2024, he transitioned into a new home and a new school through the Chelsea High School Young Adult...
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Stories of Inspiration: A Season to Embrace the Mission

by | December 10, 2025 | Administration Corner, Appeals, Community, From Fr Satheesh, GIVE - Supporters, GIVE - What, HOME |, LIVE - Programs, Match, Stories of Inspiration | 0 Comments

I would be remiss if I did not start out this letter with a most sincere thanks. As my second year of being CEO of St. Louis Center comes to a close, there is much to reflect on and be thankful for. The large host of friends, advisors, and supporters who have come...
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Stories of Inspiration: Konstant Kindness

by | December 3, 2025 | Appeals, Community, Donors, GIVE - Supporters, GIVE - What, LIVE - Programs | 0 Comments

At St. Louis Center, small acts of kindness go a long way, and today, our residents need your help. Items like socks, sweatpants, and undergarments are always in high demand, and your gift can ensure residents of St. Louis Center have what they need to feel warm and...
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Raising Funds—and Spirits—at the Fall Dinner Auction

by | November 27, 2025 | Community, Donors, FUN |, GIVE - Supporters, Live Events, Newsletter Page 2, Sponsors | 0 Comments

This year’s Fall Dinner Auction was a true highlight of St. Louis Center’s annual fundraising season. Held on Saturday, November 8, at St. Mary’s in Chelsea, the evening welcomed more than 200 guests for a joyful night of fellowship, generosity, and spirited bidding....
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Stories of Inspiration: Sharing Joy through Art

by | November 16, 2025 | Community, FUN |, LIVE - Programs, Live Events, Newsletter Page 1 | 0 Comments

The artists of St. Louis Center are bringing their vibrant, personality-filled clay flowers to the University of Michigan’s Taubman Center this December. This special exhibit offers the community a chance to experience the creativity, joy, and determination that bloom...
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Stories of Inspiration: Pampuch Family Embraces the Mission

by | November 15, 2025 | Annual Report, Families, LIVE - Facilities, Newsletter Page 1, Stories of Inspiration | 0 Comments

The Vision The St. Louis Guanella Village was conceptualized in 2010, St. Louis Center’s 50th Anniversary Year, as an integrated community for people of all abilities. This was a move away from the old congregate housing style and offers a much more personalized and...
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  St. Louis Center – 65 Years Strong!

Founded in 1960, St. Louis Center, a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, is a caring residential community for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Our programs are licensed by the State of Michigan and the agency is accredited by CARF, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. Learn more about our mission.

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IRA Rollover and DAFs

Make St. Louis Center the recipient of your IRA RMD Rollover or consider supporting the Center through your DAF.

Become a Monthly Sustainer

Give the ongoing gift of a secure home, quality care, and fun activities. Set up your recurring donation schedule.

Make a Donation of Stock

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Set Up a Planned Gift

What will your legacy be? Learn about the ways to make a planned gift through bequests, endowment, charitable trusts, and more.

St. Louis Spirit – Most recent issue!

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Fr. Satheesh – SunTimes News

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Watch Fr. Satheesh’s interview on JTV!

Look at our new, locally sourced St. Louis Center Merchandise here!

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Monthly Sustainers

Help build a lighthouse of hope by becoming a Monthly Sustainer.

Did you know… You can support St. Louis Center with a Recurring Gift of any amount. Spread out your giving into monthly payments and ensure that the residents at the Center have the continued support and care they need each day. Learn more here!

Your monthly donation of any amount makes a tremendous impact all year long.
Become a Sustainer!
$10 per month

provides residents like Jerome one day of fun in the Day Program.
$25 per month

provides residents like Jackie one month of internet access.
$100 per month

provides residents like Ray natural gas to heat their homes.

Staff and residents at the tree in Adrian
$500 per month

helps provide background checks on all new hires each month.

Find out how St. Louis Center is changing lives.

2024 Annual Report

In the past year, St. Louis Center has continued its commitment to delivering exceptional services to residents, evident in the joy on their faces.

~Fr. Satheesh Alphonse, SdC, CEO

 

Read more about how St. Louis Center met the lingering challenges of a pandemic while starting new programs and projects to bring normalcy to the Center.

ONLINE version or DOWNLOADABLE pdf

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