Great Lakes Christian Homes

04/28/2026

The busy holiday season may be FAR behind us, but the celebrations don’t stop at Great Lakes! 🌞🎉

With summertime, graduations, birthdays, and special moments just around the corner, our on-site gift shop is ready to help you find the perfect card or gift for every occasion. Stop by and see what treasures await — because every moment is worth celebrating! 💛

04/27/2026

Hear from Rachel Gould, Executive Director of Great Lakes, as she shares her heartfelt perspective on what makes this community so special.

Watch her testimony now: https://youtu.be/XtkkyCOuAW0

Rachel speaks about the joy she finds in spending time with residents each day—listening to their stories, supporting their needs, and helping them live life to the fullest at Great Lakes 💚

If you or a loved one is interested in pursuing Great Lakes as a future home, visit greencroft.org/greatlakes

Life at Great Lakes | Rachel Gould

04/25/2026

Swallowing may seem easy, but every time you eat, drink, or even swallow saliva, your body is performing a complex process to move food safely from your mouth to your stomach.

Learn more by reading the latest HTS article in this link: https://www.htstherapy.com/trouble-swallowing/

04/24/2026

DARE TO DREAM! Don't forget, April 30 is the LAST day for residents to apply for our Dreams Program! The Greencroft Communities Foundation is inviting residents across all campuses to live vibrantly and DREAM BIG!

Is there a long-held dream tucked away in your heart? Maybe you’ve always wanted to dye your hair purple, revisit a special place, or finally organize a lifetime of cherished photos. Whatever your dream may be — we want to hear it!

Last year, we helped residents soar in a hot air balloon and ride a locomotive for the very first time. This year, we’re ready to honor even more incredible dreams.

🎉 2026 Resident Dreams Program applications are available now at campus front desks and information centers. Or you can apply on our Foundation website now: https://www.greencroft.org/foundation/page/resident-dreams

PLEASE NOTE: This program is meant for RESIDENTS only

Apply today! Questions? Call Abbe at 574-537-4066.

04/23/2026

Wow — can you believe these photos are from 2006? 😲

Looking back, it’s amazing to see how much our Great Lakes campus has grown and evolved over the years. While our commitment to care, compassion, and community has never wavered, we’ve always embraced a forward-thinking mindset, continually finding ways to improve and grow for the future residents who call Great Lakes home.

Here’s to honoring our past while looking ahead to the next chapter! 🌟

04/20/2026

🗣️💬 At Great Lakes, every voice matters.

Our resident-led council meetings provide an important space for residents to share concerns, offer ideas, and brainstorm ways to make our campus even better. These conversations help us grow, evolve, and continue creating a community that truly reflects the needs and desires of those who call Great Lakes home.

We’re grateful for residents who engage, speak up, and partner with us to improve campus life. Together, we’re building something even stronger. 💙

04/18/2026

Happy ! Looking for ways to celebrate? Make your voice heard on occupational therapy policy issues!

Check out AOTA's Legislative Action Center to take action with resources to help you contact your legislators today: votervoice.net/AOTA/Home

04/16/2026

Take a tour of one of our 2-bedroom Villa Duplex homes at Great Lakes Christian Homes! 🏡

Designed for adults 55 and older, these one-story villas provide a spacious layout with features like attached garages, private patios, and some with a bright three-season room.

Residents also enjoy included services such as routine maintenance, lawn care, snow removal, garbage collection, and basic enhanced cable, along with a vibrant community offering activities, entertainment, and opportunities to connect with neighbors.

📞 Units are available now! Call 517-694-3700 to learn more or schedule a tour.

Check out the video on our YouTube channel:

Great Lakes | Villa Duplex - 2 Bedroom Walkthrough

04/15/2026

In our latest Living magazine, Everence explains how partnering with financial, tax, and legal professionals can help individuals build retirement plans aligned with their faith and values.
📖 Learn more: https://buff.ly/dEyGXAF

04/14/2026

At Great Lakes, our on-site campus services help make everyday life easier, healthier, and more enjoyable for our residents. One of the many ways we support our community is through our partnership with EverActive, whose therapists work right here on campus.

Their team not only helps residents manage aches and pains but also focuses on keeping them active, strong, and moving confidently throughout the year. By helping residents maintain mobility and wellness, they play an important role in supporting a healthy and active lifestyle.

It’s just one more way Great Lakes provides convenient, supportive options that help our residents feel their best while enjoying everything our community has to offer. 💙

04/12/2026

Last week, our team at Great Lakes had a special reason to celebrate! 💚

A huge THANK YOU to Greencroft Communities for our new “One Team, One Mission” t-shirts. We were all so excited to wear them together!

It’s the little things like this that bring us closer, strengthen our connections, and remind us what it means to be part of One Team with One Mission.

04/11/2026

Happy ! Occupational therapy empowers people to participate in the everyday activities that bring meaning, purpose, and independence to their lives.

Join me in celebrating the impact of and the professionals who help individuals and families around the world 🌎 Learn more at aota.org/otmonth