CSI Support & Development

Last week we welcomed Regional Coordinator Alec Hughes from Senator Gary Peters' office at Dunn Family Co-op Senior Apartments in Center Line, Michigan. We gave him the full tour, including the new wing that was added during the renovation in 2024. Not only did that investment allow us to create more communal spaces for our members, such as the floor lounges, but it also brought more natural light into the co-op. The highlight in the summer is without a doubt the outside area: two major patios where our members can relax, enjoy the sun and even do some gardening!

We had a great conversation with Mr Hughes, particularly about the importance of our Service Coordinators who work tirelessly to help folks with challenges, mental health and to thrive in our co-ops. Unfortunately Senator Peters wasn't able to attend the tour in person with us, but we greatly appreciate the support he and his office have always shown us. It's great to see leaders like him remain connected to their constituents, particularly to the seniors living in our co-ops!

To find out more about our Dunn Family Co-op (there currently are studio apartments available!), check out https://www.csi.coop/housing/mi/centerline/dunn-family-co-op or call our waitlist department at (800) 593-3052.

U.S. Representative Stephen F. Lynch visited Castle Cove Co-op today on his way back to Washington DC. Members thanked him for the bipartisan passage of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. The Congressman celebrated Tom Nee’s 95th birthday with members. Happy birthday, Tom! Thank you, Amy Matturro for arranging this event! Thank you, Congressman Lynch for the wonderful visit!

Castle Cove Coop in South Boston, MA, celebrated Juneteenth on June 18 2026, in style with a decorated lunch event and a panel with four speakers:

Tanisha Flynn: Video dancer & fitness instructor turned balloon decorator, dance instructor & mom
Alexis Boston: Masseuse & Reiki master
Mia Webb: Insurance specialist & Supercuts general manager
Reverend Art Gordon: Pastor at People's Baptist Church in Boston & Mass. & community engagement liaison under Governor Healy.

Because dancing, fitness, finance, spirituality, & spa days are all intricate parts of diversity, inclusion and fun!

Tivoli Manor Co-op in Warren, MI hosted the June education meeting, featuring guest speaker Brigitte Hall, Executive Director of Friends of Royal Oak Township, Inc. The session included a screening of A Tale of Ten Cities, a film that explores the history of Royal Oak Township and South Oakland County, highlighting how the area evolved and was divided into the cities we know today. Following the presentation, members participated in a guided discussion and reflection. Attendees gained a deeper understanding of the people and places that have shaped their communities and engaged in meaningful conversations.