American House Southgate

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!

11/21/2025

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!

Providing top independent living, assisted living and memory care services for seniors in Michigan, Illinois, Missouri, Tennessee, New Hampshire and Florida.

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

11/12/2025

11/12/2025

American House Southgate First Responders Appreciation Luncheon at American House Riverview ❤️

11/12/2025

November is , and what a perfect month to officially launch our FREE monthly virtual webinar for caregivers! 🥰 😇

This is offered on the 3rd Tuesday of EVERY month @ 6:00 PM EST!

We are so grateful Jill Gafner Livingston, BSBM, CDP, is teaming up with American House Senior Living Communities to make this happen!

We see, understand and validate all the feelings caregivers have, and we want to give back to you! ❤️‍🩹

Ways to join:
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

We can't wait to see you there! 😁

Providing top independent living, assisted living and memory care services for seniors in Michigan, Illinois, Missouri, Tennessee, New Hampshire and Florida.

11/11/2025

American House veteran, 100-year-old Fred Wells, celebrated his centennial at American House Zephyrhills among family and friends. Along with good beer, see what else he credits his longevity to! And check out the American House Longevity League: https://discover.americanhouse.com/longevity-league

10/24/2025

Petra in Culinary is an incredible decorator! She is SO talented & creates amazing things! Take a look at the Dining Room! WOW! Petra, we are SO lucky and happy to have you here! Thank you so much for all you do!!!!❤️

10/20/2025

Carol & Delores are twinning again 😂 😆 😍

10/13/2025

Shout out to Shelly for taking the residents to Mexican Gardens! Mexican Gardens has been voted #1 Downriver for many years. We happen to agree😋 😍 ❤️ 🌮

09/26/2025

Want delicious Italian food? Try Baldo's! We enjoyed every bite ❤️ 😋 😍 🍕 🍝

09/22/2025

We would like to extend a huge thank you to Dr. Tosh (with Merciland Farmacie), Angie (our building nurse) & TMT for organizing and doing the vaccine clinic this year. Thank you for keeping our residents safe & healthy ❤️

09/18/2025

Sheila & Joe rocked our house! We always have such a great time when Sheila & Joe perform! Fantastic musicians! 🎸 😍 👍 🤩

09/17/2025

Enjoying the end of summer with our weekly ice cream outing! Beautiful day for ice cream 🍦 😋 😍 ❤️ 👍

09/12/2025

Family Night continued....❤️

09/12/2025

Our Family Night was fabulous! It was carnival themed. We had a lot of games with prizes! Residents, family members, and staff had a great time! 🥳😍❤️👍

09/12/2025

WOW! We went to Polonus for the first time and we will return! Homemade Polish food! One resident mentioned that they hadn't had that soup since her mom made it! If you like Polish food, this is the place! It's located in Wyandotte. The food was delicious & the service was fantastic! 😋

09/05/2025

Robin brings Patsy in every month to play with us! We always have a great time! Patsy is such a good girl & loves playing fetch with our residents. She is always so excited to see us! Woof!

08/27/2025

Our building nurse, Angie, took Mearl to a very special event in honor of him! Mearl was honored with a pinning ceremony celebrating 75 YEARS! Angie was honored to take him & attend the beautiful ceremony ❤️