Charter Senior Living of Bay City

11/05/2025

🎃 5th Annual Charter Senior Living Halloween Costume Contest! 👻

Buckle up, Charter Family — because our 5th Annual Halloween Costume Contest was an absolute showstopper! 🚀💜Our teams went all out — turning hallways into movie sets, dining rooms into dance floors, and every costume into a celebration of creativity and heart.

Serving up the fun? Mission accomplished. 🙌🎃

Let’s give a big round of applause to this year’s Regional Winners 👇

🍦 Region 1 – Charter Senior Living of Columbia
Ice Cream Truck Extravaganza! This sweet crew turned nostalgia into art — complete with our owners Kim and Kevin in window cutouts and ED Will as the ice cream man. Every team member represented a flavor of fun!

🎤 Region 2 – Charter Senior Living of Hermitage
Grand Ole Opry! From rhinestones to cowboy boots, Hermitage hit all the right notes — showing off Nashville pride with show-stopping flair.

💃 Region 3 – Charter Senior Living of Vinings
Sockhop Ensemble! Poodle skirts, leather jackets, and slicked-back hair — Vinings brought back the 50s with pure rock-and-roll spirit.

🕹️ Region 4 – Charter Senior Living of Paducah
Sitcom Throwback! From The Brady Bunch to Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Paducah’s crew nailed every detail — complete with hilarious video intros. Total creative gold!

🧜‍♀️ Region 5 – The Residence at Wellpoint
Ship Happens! 🌊 A whimsical, under-the-sea adventure that shimmered with creativity — mermaids, waves, and all the splashy fun you could imagine!

⚡ Region 6 – Charter Senior Living of Woodbridge
Grease Lightning! Retro rhythm, poodle skirts, and plenty of charm — this team revved up the fun and took us straight back to Rydell High!

🏆 Region 7 – Charter Senior Living of Madison
Dodgeball! “If you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge a ghost!” This high-energy team brought big laughs and even bigger team spirit.

✨ Thank you to every single community that joined the fun — your humor, creativity, and teamwork make Charter’s culture truly one of a kind.

Here’s to another year of fun while serving! 💜

11/03/2025

Come for a tour, and come back for a free pie! ✨🥧 Schedule a tour of our community before November 11th, and we'll treat you to a complimentary pie. 🎉 Call to schedule your visit and confirm your pie pick up date: https://ecrl.short.gy/lkXYDc.

11/01/2025

Golden leaves swirl 🍂like glowing embers across the November sky, as our community steps into a season where even the air hums with wonder. This month’s theme, Autumn Enchantment, transforms daily life into a living spellbook.

Picture corridors shimmering with laughter, gatherings brimming with delight, and everyday programs transfigured into moments touched with mystery—like candlelight🕯️ dancing against autumn’s fiery hues or the hush that falls before a story begins. With each sunrise, our programs open hidden passages into worlds of imagination, fellowship, and joy.

And yet, the most powerful enchantment cannot be found in relics or artifacts. It lives within us—in the connections we nurture. Smiles shine like golden lanterns, acts of kindness ripple outward like light upon water, and every shared moment becomes a gift that brightens lives well beyond our walls. With Autumn Enchantment guiding November, Charter Senior Living becomes not merely a place to reside, but a haven of discovery, joy, and belonging.🤝

See your Life Engagement Director for details on upcoming enchanted programs and events.

10/27/2025

✨ Future Leader Spotlight ✨

We’re proud to share that Patrick Mathews, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Investment Officer at Charter Senior Living, has been named a 2025 Future Leader by Senior Housing News .

The Future Leader program recognizes rising stars age 40 and under who are shaping the future of senior living through innovation, leadership, and passion for enhancing the lives of older adults.

Patrick embodies this vision every day—leading with curiosity, embracing challenges, and championing the culture of Enhancing the Human Spirit across our organization.

📈 In his interview with Senior Housing News, Patrick shared what drew him to senior living, the leadership lessons that have shaped his career, and why he sees the future of our industry as optimistic.

Read more about Patrick’s perspective here: 👉 https://seniorhousingnews.com/2025/10/24/future-leader-patrick-mathews-chief-financial-officer-chief-investment-officer-charter-senior-living/

👏 Join us in congratulating Patrick on this well-deserved recognition!

Patrick Mathews, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Investment Officer at Charter Senior Living, has been named a 2025 Future Leader by Senior Housing

10/25/2025

🎃👻 What a “fang-tastic” Halloween we had! 👻🎃

Our Halloween Event was an absolute smash! 💥 From spooky decorations and silly costumes to candy, cookies, and pumpkin fun — our community was buzzing with laughter and excitement. 🧡

The best part? Seeing our residents and all the kids sharing smiles, games, and sweet treats together. 🍬 The joy in the room (and the costumes!) were boo-tiful! 😄

Thank you to everyone who joined in on the fun and helped make this Halloween one to remember. We’re already counting down to next year! 🕸️🕷️

📸 Check out these snapshots of our residents and little ghouls having a frightfully good time!

10/25/2025

🎨✨ Crafting, laughter, and a whole lot of creativity! ✨🎨

Our residents have been busy turning everyday materials into beautiful masterpieces! 🖌️ From fall masks and painted pumpkins 🎃 to autumn décor 🍁— there’s no shortage of talent (and giggles!) around the craft table.

There’s something special about creating together — the paint, the chatter, and the joy of seeing everyone’s imagination shine. 💕

📸 Check out some of our latest creations below — proof that you’re never too old to get a little crafty! 😉

10/23/2025

Come and join us for our event Saturday! We are excited to see the kids. 2p-4p

10/15/2025

Great turn out for October SPARK event. Thank you to Americans Hospice for their important information on Breast Cancer Awareness.

10/02/2025

Pink Out for Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🎀 Join us as we come together to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer. 💗

Wear your pink, enjoy delicious snacks and drinks, and take part in uplifting activities that honor and enhance the human spirit of those affected by breast cancer. Together, we can make a difference! https://ecrl.short.gy/dKAxkN

10/01/2025

🍻 Behind the Brews: An Oktoberfest Experience 🍻

The crisp air, golden leaves, and cozy spirit of autumn set the perfect stage for "Behind the Brews: An Oktoberfest Experience" at Charter Senior Living.

We are bringing the sights, sounds, and flavors of this beloved tradition to life with festive décor, cheerful music, and seasonal treats that invite everyone to gather, laugh, and celebrate together.

As residents raise their glasses, whether filled with cider, soda, or something sweet, we celebrate not just the season but the bonds that make our community feel like family. Here’s to laughter, friendship, and the kind of memories that will keep us warm long after the leaves have fallen.🍂

✨️ See your Life Engagement Director for details on upcoming events and programs.💫

10/01/2025

🌭🎉 Happy National Sausage Day! 🎉🌭

Join us today as we celebrate the sizzling flavors of National Sausage Day – October 1st! 🔥🍴

From brats and kielbasa to classic Italian links, there’s no better way to enjoy the start of October than with good food, great friends, and plenty of fun. Pair it with your favorite toppings, a side of sauerkraut, and maybe even a frosty mug!

09/23/2025

🎶✨ Toe-tapping good times! ✨🎶

A big thank-you to the Swivel Sticks for filling our community with music, rhythm, and joy. Our residents loved the performance—there were smiles, clapping hands, and maybe even a little dancing in the seats! 💛🎵