On April 12, Belvedere Senior Housing hosted its annual Easter Egg Hunt, a family-friendly event open to the public. Guests enjoyed food, beverages, and various activities, including a coloring station, cookie decorating, and photos with the Easter Bunny. Director of Marketing and Sales Andrea Puente and Executive Director Stephanie Westphal were thrilled to welcome the community for fun and connection.
“It’s a great opportunity for the community to visit our residence home and create some amazing memories together,” said Puente. “We have a variety of activities planned for families, including a coloring station, cookie decorating, and of course, the Easter egg hunt. We’re also offering photos with the Easter Bunny and providing lunch, so it’s a nice way for residents to enjoy a meal with those visiting their home.”
Westphal had a lot to prepare for the event, and it was certainly worth it—it was well attended and thoughtfully organized. She can credit not only her efforts but also the support of Puente, who plays a key role in ensuring the community knows about their presence and in bringing people together for the meaningful events they host.
“We start planning and preparing months in advance,” said Westphal. “We begin by working on candy donations and deciding which activities to include. We also order special cookies and, of course, make sure the Easter Bunny arrives on time! It takes a lot of coordination to get all the eggs stuffed, everything set up, and our advertising out there, thanks to the hard work of our marketing director.”
Events like these are amazing for the residents of Belvedere Senior Housing, as they get a chance to enjoy the weather and spend valuable time with their family and friends. Everyone genuinely felt happy, with smiles and joyful faces everywhere.
“It benefits the community because they enjoy a fun, family-friendly event—even if they’re not directly connected to our residents,” said Puente. “It’s open to the public, and we just want everyone to know about all the great things happening here at Belvedere Senior Housing. Most importantly, we want our residents to keep making amazing memories.”
Last year, they prepared for 500 eggs; however, the turnout exceeded expectations as the population nearly tripled compared to the year before. Within 5 to 10 minutes, the kids quickly picked up all the eggs.
“We received candy donations from several local businesses,” said Puente. “We also provide baskets and over 1,000 Easter eggs filled with candy. We want to give a big shoutout to our team—they helped stuff the eggs, reached out for donations, and promoted the event to make sure as many people as possible could enjoy it. They’ll also be the ones helping run everything on the day of.”
Many of the residents at Belvedere Senior Housing don't have family nearby—or, in some cases, any family—so bringing in children and creating an intergenerational experience is incredibly special for them. The residents are filled with smiles and laughter during and after these events, and it’s truly heartwarming to witness.
“At Belvedere Senior Housing, we prioritize bringing the community into our building as much as possible,” said Westphal. "Many of our residents aren’t able to get out easily, but they’re still a part of this community. By bringing people here, we help them stay connected to the world around them. Our second annual Easter egg hunt is a wonderful opportunity for intergenerational engagement—our residents love seeing all the little kids running around and being part of the fun.”
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