April 18, 2025

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Articles for tag: Chelsea Senior Center, Washington Intermediate School District, WISD Youth Program

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WISD Students Learn Life Skills at Chelsea Senior Center

When Jasen King, a teacher for Washington Intermediate School District’s Young Adult Program (WISD), reached out Chelsea Senior Center (CSC) to inquire about work training for his students, CSC jumped at the opportunity. Every Tuesday, two WISD students practice job skills at Chelsea Senior Center, including wiping surfaces clean and vacuuming. This immersive training develops ...

Washtenaw Millage Town Hall to be Held April 9

Chelsea Senior Center will be hosting a town hall, including a Q&A, to answer any questions Washtenaw residents might have about the Older Adults Millage. Washtenaw County commissioners Jason Maciejewski and Shannon Beeman will be leading the discussion. The millage was initially created to address the rise in the over 60 population in Washtenaw County. ...

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History Hounds: Chelsea Senior Center Seeks Early History  

Chelsea Senior Center celebrates 60 years this spring. The activity-driven organization has blossomed from its humble beginnings into a weekday haven for socializing, support, education, movement, services, the arts, volunteering and a whole lot of fun for more than 1,300 seniors in the area.   Sixty years ago, seniors first started gathering at the Korner ...

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Chelsea Senior Center Awarded Wildflower Grant

More native pollinators will be busy at work this summer dancing amid wildflowers at the Chelsea Senior Center (CSC) entrance. With the support of Chelsea School District, Chelsea Area Garden Club and Chelsea Area Fire Authority, CSC’s Trinh Pifer Intergenerational Garden was awarded a $1,250 grant from the Wildflower Association of Michigan (WAM) to implement ...

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Chelsea Expo: Businesses, Beats, Baked Goods & BBQ  

Chelsea Expo on March 8 offers a one-stop, fun-filled day for the whole family at Washington Street Education Center. Chat with a variety of businesses, listen to CHS perform a musical menagerie, enjoy kids’ activities and fill up on fresh-baked goods, BBQ brisket, meatloaf and mac and cheese. Exhibits widely vary from roofing, financial, automotive ...

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March 8 Chelsea Expo: Family Friendly & Interactive

Chelsea Expo is a month earlier this year. Don’t miss this fun family-friendly event on March 8. It is a great opportunity to ask questions of local businesses and nonprofits, buy goodies at the “best-ever” bake sale, and enjoy a musical performance by CHS Theatre Guild. Some businesses will also have goods for sale. Chelsea ...

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Chelsea Senior Center is Hiring

The Chelsea Senior Center (CSC) is hiring a part-time Respite Care Coordinator. CSC is seeking an emotionally intelligent team member who will support the mindful growth of the Ease the Day (ETD) program as CSC seeks to limit the barriers to much-needed relief that family caregivers face in western Washtenaw County. Making this important, safe, ...

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Save the Dates for Chelsea Senior Center 2025 Events

In 2025, Chelsea Senior Center celebrates 60 years serving the senior community of Chelsea. After six decades of gatherings, Chelsea Senior Center is known for signature community events, including Chelsea Expo. To celebrate its 60th year, CSC is unveiling a new event: a community Sock Hop. CSC shares confirmed event dates as well as others ...

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Chelsea Senior Center Recognized for Workplace Health Initiative

Community News 5 Healthy Towns’ Working Well Initiative inspired Chelsea Senior Center (CSC) to establish a well-being initiative for its team members. After launching a new wellness program this year, CSC earned a Bronze Award from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) for its holistic workplace program.   The MDHHS Michigan Healthy ...

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A Festive Community Meal at Chelsea Senior Center Served by Debbie Dingell

On December 13, a festive gathering for nearly 200 seniors embodied the spirit of the holiday season. Chelsea Senior Center’s Senior Café was filled with cheerful attire, laughter and conversation, glittery centerpieces and a hearty holiday meal. The Mitchell Community Christmas Lunch, underwritten by the Mitchell Family, is a favorite annual tradition that is open ...

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Line Dancing at Chelsea Senior Center

Get Moving this Winter at Chelsea Senior Center

Cold and wet weather that changes in a minute and adds to the danger of uneven terrain are real concerns for outdoor exercise, especially as we age. Chelsea Senior Center (CSC) is your one-stop solution: indoor walking, indoor pickleball, and a variety of fitness classes five days a week will meet your “get moving” needs. ...

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Giving Thanks for Don Cole Community Thanksgiving

The Don Cole Community Thanksgiving Lunch, underwritten by Allen and Wendy Cole and Linda Cole, is an annual tradition that gives special meaning to community. Initiated by the late Don Cole, in partnership with Chelsea Senior Center (CSC), this tradition is an annual favorite. On November 22, more than 200 community members enjoyed a delicious ...

A Class Project for Chelsea High Schoolers turns into a Chance to Connect Generations

The collaboration between Chelsea High School and senior citizens in the community continues to grow as evidenced in a recent special class project for some students. CHS Principal Amada Clor updated the school board on this in her recent report: “Our collaboration with community senior citizens have continued to grow. This past week, Valerie Johnson, ...

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Weekly Square-Dancing Lessons Offered at Chelsea Senior Center

The Chelsea Senior Center hosts square dancing lessons every Friday afternoon, led by Walt Zatorski. The event is open to all in the community and has no dress code. It lasts from 1-2:30 pm every Friday and is $2 a session. To register, you can contact the Chelsea Senior Center at connected@chelseaseniors.org or over the ...

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Flu Shot Clinic and Wellness Fair at Chelsea Senior Center

Community News Autumn’s arrival signifies the annual Chelsea Senior Center (CSC) Flu Shot Clinic and Wellness Fair. On October 9, knowledgeable community members will be available between 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to share an array of services and timely tools to benefit the well-being of your entire family this winter. Chelsea Senior Center’s Wellness ...