The Helm Life Center

The Helm Life Center The Helm is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping seniors in Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods.

📚 Looking for your next good read? Join The Helm Book Club!This month, we’re reading The Aviator’s Wife by Melanie Benja...
09/02/2026

📚 Looking for your next good read? Join The Helm Book Club!

This month, we’re reading The Aviator’s Wife by Melanie Benjamin. Pick up a copy at the front desk, start reading and then join us to share your thoughts and discuss the book with fellow readers.

📅 Thursday, September 24
⏰ 5:30–7 p.m.
📍 The Helm

Stop by the front desk to pick up your copy and get reading!

September is National Senior Center Month! 💙At The Helm, every day brings opportunities to connect, learn, stay active a...
09/01/2026

September is National Senior Center Month! 💙

At The Helm, every day brings opportunities to connect, learn, stay active and enjoy time with others. And when support is needed, we’re here with services and resources for older adults, caregivers and families throughout our community.

Whether you’ve been part of The Helm for years or haven’t visited us yet, this is a great month to see what we’re all about.

💙 Come find your place at The Helm.

As August comes to a close, there's still time to join us!Check the calendar to see what's happening this week and what ...
08/30/2026

As August comes to a close, there's still time to join us!

Check the calendar to see what's happening this week and what is new in September! We hope to see you at The Helm!

The Helm will be at the Grosse Pointe Thrive on the Hill, a free community health and wellness festival. Stop by our tab...
08/28/2026

The Helm will be at the Grosse Pointe Thrive on the Hill, a free community health and wellness festival. Stop by our table to learn more about the programs, services and resources The Helm offers for older adults, caregivers and families.

Whether you're already part of The Helm or curious about what we offer, come say hello! 👋

📅 Saturday, August 29
🕙 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 Kercheval Avenue, Grosse Pointe Farms

Admission and fitness classes are free!

🌎 Travel the world without leaving The Helm!Rufus McGaugh is back and ready to share stories from his latest adventures....
08/26/2026

🌎 Travel the world without leaving The Helm!

Rufus McGaugh is back and ready to share stories from his latest adventures. Having explored an incredible 252 countries, Rufus brings his travels to life with fascinating stories and experiences from around the globe.

Join us for lunch and an afternoon of adventure—no passport or packing required! ✈️

📅 Thursday, September 3
⏰ Noon–1 p.m.
💲 $10

📞 Call 313.882.9600 to register.

Every day at The Helm brings new opportunities to learn, laugh, stay active, and connect with others.Whether you're join...
08/25/2026

Every day at The Helm brings new opportunities to learn, laugh, stay active, and connect with others.

Whether you're joining a class, attending a special event, volunteering, or meeting friends for coffee, there's always something happening here.

Come be part of our community.

There's still plenty happening at The Helm this month!Check out our August calendar to see what's coming up this week. W...
08/23/2026

There's still plenty happening at The Helm this month!

Check out our August calendar to see what's coming up this week. We hope you'll join us!

Estate planning isn't just about preparing documents—it's about protecting the people and priorities that matter most.Jo...
08/21/2026

Estate planning isn't just about preparing documents—it's about protecting the people and priorities that matter most.

Join us for this FREE educational presentation covering wills, trusts, estate planning tools, and why it's important to review your plans over time.

📅 Tuesday, August 25
⏰ 6–7 p.m.

The Helm's newest book club is here!Join us for the first meeting of The Novel Network Book Club as we discuss Theo of G...
08/18/2026

The Helm's newest book club is here!

Join us for the first meeting of The Novel Network Book Club as we discuss Theo of Golden by Allen Levi.

If you've finished the book and enjoy thoughtful conversation, we'd love to have you join us as we share perspectives, favorite moments, and insights with fellow readers.

📅 Thursday, August 20
🕜 5:30 - 7 p.m.

📞 Call 313.882.9600 to register.

Address

158 Ridge Road
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
48236

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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