Grand Re-Opening of Crown Center Adds Another Jewel in The Firmament of Senior Living
Crown Center for Senior Living, a non-profit affordable senior living and neighborhood community hub, recently celebrated the completion of the first phase of its construction project with a grand re-opening.
During the event, Executive Director Andy Thorp welcomed attendees, introduced Board President Mark Rubin, Board Member Michelle Schwerin, and resident Rise Gilliom, all of whom spoke with guests about their deep connections to Crown Center.
Attendees were also able to view more than 60 pieces of art donated by Michael Staenberg from his personal collection to be used throughout the new activity center, Staenberg Commons.
Celebration Highlights
Nancy Morrow Howell, director, Friedman Center for Aging, Washington University and Marylen Mann, chairman emeritus at Oasis Institute.
Larry Gast, vice president of Development, Jewish Federation of St. Louis; Andy Thorp, executive director, Crown Center for Senior Living; Karen Sher, vice president, Community Impact, Jewish Federation of St. Louis.
Michael Staenberg, president, The Staenberg Group; Mitch Baden, president & CEO, Royal Banks of Missouri; Scott F. Sciortino, executive vice president, Chief Revenue Office, Royal Banks of Missouri.
David Lang, Rosenblum Goldenhersh; Irl Scissors, board member, Crown Center for Senior Living; Cassie Malane, The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation; Dan Cohen, board member, Crown Center for Senior Living
About Crown Center Senior Living
For more than 50 years, Crown Center for Senior Living has been a valued community resource focused on serving the local aging population of all income levels, and helping them lead active, independent lives through meaningful engagement, physical activity, and social connection.
More than bricks and mortar, it is the people who make Crown Center special. From the caring Board of Directors, to the professional staff members and residents themselves, they are all connected by a strong sense of community.
“At Crown Center, we believe in the dignity of each and every individual and strive to create a nurturing space where older adults can find joy, purpose, and a sense of belonging,” said Executive Director Crown Center for Senior Living Andy Thorp.
Crown Center for Senior Living is located at 8350 Delcrest Drive in University City. For more information, please visit crowncenterstl.org