American House Cedarlake

11/28/2025

This week, American House hosted a Friendsgiving event at The Grecian Center in Southgate, Michigan, for previous residents, families, and team members of American House Southgate. It was a joyous celebration filled with smiles, laughter, and (happy) tears! Friends got to embrace once again as conversations and stories filled the air. Not only did residents enjoy food and fellowship, but they went home with an amazing gift basket! Thank you to everyone involved who helped make the holiday season a little brighter for our precious residents 🥰

With so many smiles and touching moments, we're bringing you new posts all weekend long! Happy Thanksgiving weekend!!

11/27/2025

From our to yours, !! �

A heart is a happy heart, and our hearts are happy because we are thankful for you! We also give you permission to eat as much as you want today ��

11/26/2025

Join us in welcoming our new Longevity League members, Bill B. from American House Naples and Shirley C. from American House Southland, who turn 100 this week! , Bill and Shirley!

11/25/2025

It is the 250th anniversary of Abigail Adams' marriage to John Adams. Megan Wells did a beautiful portrayal. Culinary created a delicious platter of baked brie and tea sandwiches.

11/25/2025

Not all heroes wear capes. Our Holiday Heroes are the dedicated team members who selflessly serve our communities every day ... like Tommie of American House Shallowford!

For transforming her community’s culture and teamwork into a shining model for the entire region, Tommie has shown what true leadership looks like. She believes in her team and what they achieve together through collaboration—proving that when a community thrives, its influence reaches far beyond its own walls.

Check back again for our next hero!

11/24/2025

Not all heroes wear capes. Our Holiday Heroes are the dedicated team members who selflessly serve our communities every day ... like Rachel of American House Lebanon!

Not only is Rachel’s pursuit of excellence clearly evident on her own campus, it ripples across her sister communities throughout Tennessee. She is committed to raising standards in her community and beyond, collaborating with other teams and sharing the knowledge of her extensive experience.

Check back again for our next hero!

11/24/2025

Thank you to our local Plainfield library for finding the movie The Music Box. Bert was in this film and he could not have been more excited that we played it for a crowd Saturday night.

11/21/2025

Following the American House Village of Rochester Candy Packing event for Soldiers' Angels and first responders, residents had a blast with GM Cares volunteers playing in "Minute to Win It" games! Beyond candy packing, the resident-focused event was all about building connections and having fun. The added bonus of cider and donuts from Yates Cider Mill was the cherry on top!

11/20/2025

Is there such a thing as too much candy!? American House Village of Rochester was proud to join a program that reduces post-Halloween waste and shows love and support to service members and veterans!

118 pounds of candy were generously donated by the Ebeling Elementary School Student Council, with the help of Ebeling families and guided by teachers Kayley Hobbs and Marvin Stuehmer. This candy was shipped to the VA Hospital in Erie, Pennsylvania, through Soldiers’ Angels Treats for Troops. An additional 19 pounds of candy was contributed by volunteers from GM Cares.

Volunteers and residents packed a total of 239 pounds of candy, all donated to the Erie VA Hospital and other first responders! After the job got done, residents and members from GM Cares enjoyed fun "Minute to Win It Cider and Donuts" games and goodies. Come back tomorrow for more on that!

11/19/2025

🧠💜 November is National Alzheimer's Awareness Month! Join us in raising awareness about this challenging condition that affects millions. Together, we can promote research, support caregivers, and foster a community of understanding. Share your stories and resources—let's shine a light on Alzheimer's 🌟

At American House, our Living Well Memory Care communities offer individualized care, engaging programs, and compassionate support for residents and families. Learn more about how we’re making a difference: https://www.americanhouse.com/living-well-memory-care

11/18/2025

Teamwork makes the dreamwork! Our final first responders' luncheon post goes out to the teams that made it all happen! From the culinary team making a spectacular lunch for this special event to all the American House teams that came together in the wake of a tragedy, you are truly magical.

"Our region and our teams here in Downriver just mobilized - no signal was sent out, nobody was asked, everybody showed up the night of the fire and was onsite available to help however that looked," said American house Riverview Executive Director Joe D'Angelo. "The days following the fire, I've never felt more fulfilled in my work, and I've never felt more proud in what I do, and I've never been more proud of the team I work with, American House, and all of us at the communities that were involved. I am just so proud of every single person that showed up that night and in the days that followed, who helped."

A huge shoutout to the teams at American House Riverview, American House Southland, , and American House Westland Joy for all of your hard work, dedication, and determination in ensuring all residents have a new home. THANK YOU!!

Make sure to check out the amazing news article from WXYZ News Detroit to hear more stories from first responders and American House residents: https://www.americanhouse.com/blog/southgate-fire-survivors-thank-first-responders-who-saved-their-lives-wxyz-tv

11/17/2025

We promised you more...and here it is!

One of the highlights of the first responders' luncheon last week was seeing everyone come together! Residents had the chance to shake hands, hug, and shed a few tears with their heroes as they personally thanked them for their fearless efforts.

It was also a joy to see Southgate residents, who now live in different sister communities, embrace their American House family again, including staff and fellow residents whom they haven't seen since their safe evacuation.

Thanks again to everyone involved in making this event happen!

Make sure to keep your eyes peeled tomrrow for one more appreciation post, and check out the amazing news article from WXYZ News Detroit to hear more stories from first responders and American House residents: https://www.americanhouse.com/blog/southgate-fire-survivors-thank-first-responders-who-saved-their-lives-wxyz-tv

11/17/2025

Happy Monday! Don't forget, our FREE monthly virtual webinar for caregivers is happening tomorrow! All you have to do is:
1) Scan the QR code below with a mobile device
*Please note that if joining from your phone, you will need to download the Zoom App*
2) Use the Link Below on a desktop browser:
https://lnkd.in/gYDun-DJ
3) Use Meeting Information to join on the Zoom website:
Meeting ID: 894 6694 3440
Passcode: 728348

Can't wait to see you there!

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11/17/2025

What do you do with donated Mardi Gras beads? Well, Darlin', you model them, of course!

11/14/2025

This week, American House Riverview hosted a luncheon to celebrate and honor the first responder teams who heroically ensured every resident was safely evacuated from the American House Southgate fire, as well as Director Diane Grabowski and her team at the Southgate Senior Center, for their help with our residents. The luncheon offered a meaningful moment for the crews to share their experiences and reflect on the events of that day:

"We take our jobs very seriously, and we always prepare for the worst-case scenarios. When they happen, we can go right into action and do our jobs the best that we can," said Allen Park Fire Chief Jeff O'Riley. "It's what I expect out of my crews and�I know it's what is expected out of all the crews downriver. We come together as a team any time to help each other out."

Southgate Fire Captain Dan Werling shared similar sentiments. "We [Downriver Fire and Police teams] were all working together to get residents out. I think we did a great job, no one was severely injured in the event, and I am just so thankful for everyone that came together to help."

Everyone at American House can't thank all the first responders enough! Thank you to the teams at Southgate, Riverview, Allen Park, Brownstown, Lincoln Park, Wyandotte, Grosse Ile, Gibraltar, Huron Twp, Rockwood, Taylor, Detroit, and Flat Rock. You are all superstars!!

Make sure to keep your eyes peeled on Monday for another appreciation post, and check out the amazing news article from WXYZ News Detroit to hear more stories from first responders and American House residents: https://www.americanhouse.com/blog/southgate-fire-survivors-thank-first-responders-who-saved-their-lives-wxyz-tv

11/13/2025

Barb introduced and led a Thanksgiving craft for our ladies. All the colors and materials of Fall.

11/13/2025

It was an honor to host a special day for our veterans. The quilts of Valor made and wrapped our veterans each in a quilt made by these quilters. Jane Allison, vocalist, led our community in patriotic songs and ended our program with a happy hour from our culinary department.

11/07/2025

Today was our volunteer luncheon. This wonderful group of people are our volunteers who manage bingo, beautify our gardens, take part in the movie committee, are ambassadors to the community, help with religious services, are part of the Board of Directors, and help with crafts. Culinary prepared a very special lunch today. They really are the pieces that make the difference every day.

THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS!!

11/07/2025

Thought I would share this great Halloween door decor by Harold at Cedarlake!

11/03/2025

This was our best Halloween yet! Our residents and staff had a great time dressing up. We had 14 in our costume contest. Lots of Bloody Marys and a loaded nacho bar to kick off our celebration.

10/27/2025

What a fun night of the grand and great-grand kids trick-or-treating. I am not sure who ate more candy...the kids or Faye!

10/27/2025

It was a beautiful sunny day at Dollinger Farms. Our residents were able to enjoy pizza, hot dogs, caramel apples, and plenty of sunshine. They said the favorite location was watching the kiddos play in the corn bin.

10/23/2025

HAPPY 99TH BIRTHDAY, DEAR LAVINA! Your story is truly inspirational! We love you!

10/23/2025

The Plainfield Girl Scouts of Plainfield had our residents participate in "Reverse" Trick-or-Treat. All these kids dressed up, knocked on doors, yelled "Trick-or-Treat," and then gave our residents candy! We had 7 troops in our community for the last 2 days.