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

In case you missed it… This year, LeadingAge Michigan recognized four of our Silver Maples staff for their dedication, compassion, and incredible impact on our residents and community. From caring hearts to behind-the-scenes excellence and mission-driven leadership, each honoree makes Silver Maples a truly special place to call home. 💜 👉 Meet our award winners and read their inspiring stories here:

http://silvermaples.org

Silver Maples Staff Earn Statewide Recognition from LeadingAge™ Michigan

This year, LeadingAge Michigan recognized four of our Silver Maples staff for…

Fresh air, local goodies, and live music – what could be better on a summer day? ☀️ We took a group to the Chelsea Farmers Market last week, and it was such a treat! From fresh produce to handmade crafts, pottery and more, everyone enjoyed browsing the tents, chatting with vendors, and tapping their toes to the music. Many came home with bags full of fresh finds and smiles on their faces! The Chelsea Farmers Market is open twice a week – Wednesdays at the Chelsea State Bank lot and Saturdays at Palmer Commons downtown. Be sure to check out their website to see the amazing list of vendors and plan your visit: https://chelseafarmersmkt.org/

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Our Fourth of July picnic buffet was a delicious success! Residents and staff showed off their American pride, dressed in festive red, white, and blue as they enjoyed grilled chicken, brats, and tender smoked beef brisket fresh from our very own smoker. ❤️🤍💙🇺🇸 A huge thank you to our culinary team for making the holiday extra tasty and memorable. A special thank you to Wild Bunch Florals for graciously donating flowers for our festive table decorations. ❤️

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Today and every day, we’re grateful for the freedoms we cherish and for the brave men and women who have protected them throughout history. Wishing you a safe, joyful Independence Day filled with time well spent with family and friends. Happy 4th of July!

We're getting ready for the Fourth of July in style! Our residents had a wonderful time creating patriotic door hangers to decorate their homes and hallways. From stars and stripes to red, white, and blue bows, each design is bursting with creativity and American pride. ❤️🤍💙 #hereinthemeadows #positiveagingexperience

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It’s Wild to be 90+! We hosted an exclusive rainforest-themed party to celebrate our amazing residents aged 90 and better. Guests were treated to an elegant spread featuring shrimp cocktail with horseradish & capers, mini Beef Wellingtons with Madeira cream, and stuffed mushroom caps with chicken and Italian fennel sauce topped with roasted tomato butter. The Jackson French Quarter Band took us on a musical journey through the decades – starting from 90 years ago and beyond – reminding us just how much life, history, and wisdom these incredible individuals hold. To make the day extra special, some of our younger residents volunteered as servers, bringing plates, smiles, and plenty of cheer to our honored guests. Reaching 90+ is no small feat, and we believe it deserves to be celebrated in style. Here’s to honoring their stories, laughter, resilience, and the vibrant spirit they bring to our community every single day. #ItsWildToBe90Plus #CelebrateLife #positiveagingexperience

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🌟 Celebrating Mark Royce – Life Member Award Recipient 🌟 Please join us in recognizing Mark Royce, our Director of Finance, who was honored with the 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 at the 2025 LeadingAge Michigan Member Awards Gala! With nearly 25 years of service in nonprofit senior living, Mark’s career has been marked by thoughtful leadership, unwavering integrity, and a deep commitment to mission-based work. But what makes Mark truly remarkable isn’t just his financial expertise—it’s his heart for the work, his humility, and the way he lifts up everyone around him. After a brief retirement in 2014, Mark quickly realized he wasn’t done making a difference. He returned to serve Silver Maples—first part-time, then stepping fully into the role of Director of Finance in 2020. His leadership has strengthened our financial foundation, while his ethical guidance and calm, steady presence have been a gift to our entire community. Now, as Mark prepares to retire (for the 2nd time) at the end of July, we celebrate not only his award but the incredible legacy he leaves behind. Mark’s work has touched thousands of lives—residents, staff, board members, and community partners—and his impact will be felt for many years to come. Thank you, Mark, for your service, your wisdom, and the way you’ve lived out the mission every single day. You truly are one of a kind. 💜 #LifeMemberAward #LeadingAgeMI #MissionDrivenLeadership #SilverMaplesProud #LegacyOfService #RetirementCelebration

Our annual staff picnic hit it out of the park this year with a fun baseball theme! Team spirit was in full swing as everyone showed off their Detroit Tigers pride while enjoying classic ballpark favorites—hot dogs, hamburgers, Cracker Jacks, and cool ice cream treats. Every team member also scored their very own Silver Maples t-shirt and ball cap—just a small token of appreciation for the all-star work they do every day. Thanks to everyone who made it a home run!

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Our tour through MSU Gardens today was perfect, a beautiful breeze, amazing flowers and good company! Of course we had to stop at @dairystoremsu for ice cream before heading back to #silvermaplesofchelsea #summerfun #ailvermaplesoutandabout #weallscreamforicecream 🍦🍨🌸🌺

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