🌸 Fresh from the garden! Peg was spotted strolling through the halls with an armful of blooms, freshly cut from our very own Cutting Garden. Whether it's creating a cheerful bouquet for their apartment or sharing a few stems with a neighbor, our residents love bringing the beauty of the outdoors in.

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗥 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿? Join Silver Maples of Chelsea – an award-winning, mission-driven organization rooted in the heart of the Chelsea community. We’re seeking a dynamic, growth-minded HR professional ready to elevate their skills and take on a key leadership role. This executive-level position offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact on the employee experience while engaging in the full spectrum of Human Resources functions. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗨𝘀? ✔ Member of our Executive Leadership Team ✔ Collaborative and supportive workplace culture ✔ Hybrid work opportunity ✔ Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits ✔ Financial support for daycare ✔ Work with an award-winning organization that truly values its people If you're passionate about creating a positive workplace culture and ready to grow in your career, Silver Maples of Chelsea is the place for you. Apply Today!! https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3452615

We are so proud to share that our very own Ellen Thompson has been named one of The Detroit News’ Michiganians of the Year for 2025. 🌟 At 92, Ellen continues to inspire us all with her vision and commitment to helping students achieve their dreams. She is living proof that purpose and impact only grow with age. Read more about Ellen’s incredible story and this well-deserved honor on our blog ➡️ https://silvermaples.org/ellen-thompson-recognized-among-michigans-most-inspiring-leaders/ #MichiganianOfTheYear #AgingWithPurpose #SilverMaplesProud #Inspiration #BreakingStereotypes

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Members of our leadership team had a great time volunteering at the first day of this year’s Sounds & Sights Festival! 🎶 Christina and JoAnne greeted guests in the Social Tent, while Holly and Mike pitched in at the Classic Car Show 🚗. One of the best parts? Running into several current and former Silver Maples employees—do you recognize any of these friendly faces? We always enjoy catching up with community members, and Silver Maples families, and friends. Events like these remind us just how strong our community really is. Chelsea, you never disappoint!

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We took a little stroll down memory lane at the Classic Car Show during Chelsea’s Sounds & Sights festival 🚗✨ Our residents loved seeing these beauties up close – each car sparked stories of first dates, family road trips, and favorite rides from years past. What was your very first car? Share below!

🚭😂 Who says you can’t have a little mischief in your day? Last week, a few of our residents staged a “smoke out” in the lobby…with 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗰𝗶𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝘀! One of the ladies spotted them while shopping downtown Chelsea and thought, “We can have some fun with these!” Soon enough, ash trays were set out, candy cigarettes were in hand, and they even posted a sign declaring it a “𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗺𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮” – despite our entire campus being non-smoking. Their creativity had everyone laughing. A couple shared stories about their real smoking days, including one who was hypnotized to quit. 👉 Candy cigarettes were so cool when we were kids – do you remember these? 💭 Just another example of how our residents bring humor, nostalgia, and joy to everyday life here. ❤️

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Summer nights in Chelsea are extra special thanks to 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬 & 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬! 🎶 We’ve taken groups of residents downtown a couple of times this summer to enjoy the amazing live music, street performers, and vibrant energy. There’s truly something for everyone – from acoustic sets to full bands, chalk artists, and more. If you haven’t checked it out yet, don’t miss your chance – there are only a couple of weeks left this month! Grab a lawn chair, stroll downtown, and soak up the beautiful summer evenings. 👉 Learn more about the lineup and activities here: chelseamich.com/sstn #ChelseaMI #SoundsAndSights #SummerFun #SilverMaplesOutandAbout

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Fraud Watch: Tips from Local Experts We were grateful to welcome Chelsea Police Chief Kevin Kazyak and Grant Smith from the Chelsea State Bank for an important presentation on scams targeting our community. They shared eye-opening examples of how scammers are reaching people by email, text, and even voicemail. One reassuring takeaway – falling for a scam doesn’t mean you’re foolish. Scammers are getting more sophisticated every day, and awareness is our best defense. Thank you to our presenters for keeping us informed and safer! 🙏 #FraudPrevention #CommunitySafety

Nothing says summer like an ice-cold root beer float! On this beautiful sunny afternoon, we took a group to the A&W in Dexter for some classic drive-in fun. 🍔🍦 With frosty mugs, delicious hot dogs, burgers, fries, and lots of laughter under the shade trees, it was the perfect way to soak up the season and enjoy each other’s company. Here’s to simple joys, sweet treats, and making memories together! ❤️

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106 Years Young - Babe is Still Doing Things Her Way! We recently celebrated Babe’s remarkable birthday milestone, and if there’s one thing you should know about her – it’s that she’s strong, determined, and always calls the shots. 💪💖 Imagine the stories, the lessons, and the love gathered over 106 years of living life on your own terms. ❤️ Aging is so beautiful when it’s embraced with grace, wisdom, and unstoppable sass like Babe shows us every day. Happy Birthday to this incredible woman – keep showing us how it’s done! #106AndFabulous #StrongWomen #BeautifulAging #SeniorLiving #LifeHerWay

When the temps rise, we find cool ways to beat the heat! Our luau-themed Super Soaker challenge was a splash-tastic success. Residents took aim at our brave and playful RCAs and volunteers, who were ready to get soaked for some summertime fun. 🏝️💦 Some were hesitant at first (it feels so wrong to squirt the people who care for you!), but they quickly got the hang of it and let those Super Soakers fly. 😆 We love creating moments like these that bring joy, laughter, and just the right amount of mischief to the day. #SummerFun #LuauVibes #SoakedWithLove #hereinthemeadows

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The Gallery 100 at Silver Maples is hosting an opening reception on July 26 from 2:00-3:30pm, for its exhibition 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗜𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲. Opening receptions are an opportunity to meet the talented artists behind the exhibition, hear their stories, and see the passion that goes into every piece of artwork. All artwork is available for purchase, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the artists. #Shoplocal Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday: 10am - 5pm Saturday-Sunday: 10am - 3pm #Gallery100 #LocalArt #MomentsinTime #ChelseaMichigan #SilverMaples #ElizabethGarrett #LisaGrizaniuk #OpeningReception