Activities & Events
Inspiring Joy and Facilitating Community
Activities Calendar
Example Activities & Events
Daily
- Card Games
- Puzzles
Weekly
- Coffee and Coversation
- Men’s Social
- Lunch Outings
- Bingo
- Vitals Check
- Exercise Class
- Pet and Music Therapy
Monthly
- Birthday Party
- Happy Hour
- Resident Meeting
- Themed Dinners
- Sing Along
- Manicures
- Musical Entertainment
- Crafts, Theater, and Baking Groups
Special
- Service Projects
- Backyard Barbeque
- National Night Out
- Veteran's Day Program
- Guest Speakers
- Holiday Dinners
- Mother’s Day Tea / Father's Day Happy Hour
- Special Outings such as Concerts, Theaters, Christmas Lights Tour, Museums, etc.
a sneak peek at our social life!
🌱 Garden Day at Caretta Eau Claire! 🌱
Spring is in full bloom, and so are our community gardens! Our wonderful residents rolled up their sleeves and tended to our raised garden beds.
With watering cans in hand and sunshine on our shoulders, we planted fresh herbs, vegetables, and flowers that will brighten our community in the coming months. Our accessible raised beds make gardening enjoyable for everyone, regardless of mobility.
There's something truly special about nurturing plants together - sharing gardening tips, stories from gardens past, and creating new memories in the soil. The joy of watching something grow from seed to harvest brings us together in the most meaningful ways.
Stay tuned for updates as our garden grows! We can't wait to enjoy fresh herbs in our community kitchen and beautiful blooms throughout the summer.
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Our Caretta Eau Claire crew took over Buffalo Wild Wings for some delicious food and even better company! Nothing beats seeing our residents gathered around the table, sharing stories and smiles while enjoying a change of scenery.
From studying menus to cheering at the sports highlights, our lunch bunch knows how to make every outing special. These community adventures create the meaningful connections that make life at Caretta so rich.
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Good morning from Caretta Eau Claire! ☀️
There's nothing quite like starting the day with a friendly chat and a smile. Our community comes alive each morning as neighbors connect over coffee in our bright, welcoming spaces.
These moments of connection are what make Caretta special - where every day begins with friendship and every conversation strengthens our community bonds.
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Excitement filled the room during our recent bingo session! Residents gathered to enjoy this classic game, with everyone focused on their cards and the next number call.
At Caretta Eau Claire, we believe meaningful engagement is essential to a fulfilling lifestyle. Our thoughtfully designed activity calendar offers diverse opportunities for joy, growth, and connection every day. From games, arts and crafts to enriching outings throughout Eau Claire, we create experiences that inspire, entertain, and bring purpose to each day.
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☀️ Patio Snacks & Chats: Spring Has Arrived at Caretta Eau Claire!
What a beautiful day to enjoy our outdoor patio! Residents gathered for refreshments and conversation, soaking up the sunshine and mild spring weather.
From snacks and beverages to lively discussions, these impromptu outdoor gatherings are what community living is all about. We look forward to many more patio days ahead as the weather continues to warm up!
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🌱 One of our residents, Betty checks on the progress of the seeds we planted a week ago, and the results are impressive!
These young plants will soon be ready for our community garden, providing both beautiful blooms and fresh produce for our residents to enjoy throughout the season. Betty's green thumb and careful attention are helping our gardening initiative thrive!
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Our Memory Care residents helped transition our seedlings to the raised garden beds. 🌱 We look forward to checking on them through the week together.
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Residents boarded the bus and headed to Irvine Park in Chippewa Falls! 🤩
Irvine Park in Chippewa Falls spans 318 acres of natural beauty, featuring a free zoo with diverse wildlife, historical landmarks including a memorial bandstand, and scenic trails for year-round enjoyment. Founded in 1906 by William Irvine, the park transforms into a magical Christmas Village during the holiday season with over 100,000 lights, while summer visitors can tour historical attractions like the Sunny Valley Schoolhouse and Pioneer Norwegian Log Home. The park began as a 165-acre donation and has since grown to become a cherished community resource offering picnic facilities, museums, and seasonal events that attract thousands of visitors throughout the year.
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Happy Hour Highlights at Caretta Eau Claire!
It's these special moments of connection that truly define what makes Caretta Eau Claire such a vibrant community - where neighbors become friends and every day offers new opportunities to create meaningful memories together.
Join us for our next community social event and experience the warm, welcoming spirit of Caretta Eau Claire for yourself!
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🌱 Spring is in full bloom at Caretta Eau Claire! 🌸
Our memory care residents enjoyed a wonderful afternoon of planting together this week. From selecting pots to carefully planting new seedlings, everyone got their hands a little dirty and their hearts a lot fuller!
Gardening is more than just a fun activity - it engages the senses, encourages movement, and brings back cherished memories for many of our residents. The smiles on their faces as they arranged their plants tell the whole story!
Special thanks to our dedicated staff who helped make this planting session possible. We can't wait to watch these beautiful plants grow alongside the meaningful connections being cultivated every day at Caretta Eau Claire.
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Our wonderful Caretta Eau Claire residents enjoyed a delightful lunch outing at Olive Garden yesterday! Nothing brings people together like good food and even better company. Everyone savored their favorite Italian dishes while sharing stories and laughter around the table. These special moments outside our community help create lasting connections and memories. We're already looking forward to our next culinary adventure together!
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At Caretta Eau Claire, moments of joy and connection happen every day! Our Memory Care Baking Club brought smiles and delicious aromas to our community this week.
Baking isn't just about creating tasty treats - it's therapeutic, engaging multiple senses and stirring cherished memories. Our residents love measuring ingredients, mixing batters, and of course, sampling the finished creations!
The best part? The meaningful connections formed around our baking table. Simple activities like these help maintain skills, boost confidence, and create moments of pure happiness.
Want to learn more about our engaging memory care activities? Stop by for a visit or call us today!
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Join the fun at Caretta Eau Claire's Happy Hour! 🥂
Our residents love gathering in our cozy community lounge ever to enjoy refreshing drinks, delicious snacks, and wonderful company. It's more than just a social event—it's where new friendships bloom and neighbors become family.
Happy Hour is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who share your interests and experiences. Come raise a glass with us!
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MORE s'mores! While it was a gloomy day residents had their S’mores made to order! 🔥🍫😍
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At Caretta Senior Living, we provide the healthiest food choices possible, and cater to an array of dietary requests to ensure our residents are happy and healthy. We also offer an ongoing calendar of fun dining experiences!
✅Fresh from scratch meals
✅Specialty diet offerings
✅Nutrition education seminars
✅Chef-led cooking demonstrations
✅Anniversary, birthday, and holiday celebrations
Want to learn more about Life at Caretta? Call (763) 235-2509 or visit our website carettaseniorliving.com/eau-claire-wi
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Nothing brings people together quite like ice cream! Our residents gathered in the dining area yesterday for a special banana split social, filling the room with laughter and conversation.
These sweet treats sparked memories, stories, and new connections among our Caretta Eau Claire family. From discussing favorite toppings to sharing childhood memories, the simple joy of ice cream created magical moments throughout the afternoon.
At Caretta, we celebrate the little things that make life special - like enjoying a delicious dessert in the company of friends.
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💙 Generations Connect at Caretta Eau Claire! 💛
Spring Break brought a special visitor to Caretta Eau Claire when young Christian stopped by to challenge our resident Carole to an exciting game of Rummikub! The intergenerational battle of wits had both competitors strategizing with determination and joy.
Tiles scattered across the table as this dynamic duo arranged and rearranged their combinations, proving that fun knows no age limits! Carole's years of experience met Christian's fresh perspective in this beloved number game that keeps minds sharp and spirits high.
Christian's bright blue hoodie matched the energy he brought to our community, while Carole's colorful striped sweater reflected her vibrant personality. Their smiles tell the whole story – meaningful connections being formed through friendly competition!
These intergenerational activities are the heart of what makes our community special. Seeing the joy on both their faces reminds us all that we're never too young or too wise to learn from each other.
We're grateful for family members who bring young visitors to brighten our residents' days during school breaks, creating cherished memories across generations!
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Music Brings Everyone Together at Caretta Eau Claire! 🎸🎶
The sounds of live music filled our community center as residents gathered for a special performance! Our talented guitarist had everyone's toes tapping and spirits lifting.
Even Ann Marie couldn't bear to miss a moment of the magic - she joined us straight from the salon, curlers and all! That's what we call dedication to good music!
At Caretta Eau Claire, we believe life should be full of joyful moments like these. From musical performances to interactive activities, there's always something happening that brings our community together.
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🗳️ Democracy in Action at Caretta Eau Claire!
We're proud to announce that voting just got easier for our cherished residents thanks to dedicated local volunteers! Our community space transformed into a convenient polling station where residents could exercise their civic duty without leaving home.
Our wonderful volunteers patiently assisted residents with voter registration forms and ballot completion, ensuring everyone had the support they needed in a comfortable, familiar environment. The bright natural light streaming through our windows created the perfect atmosphere for this important civic engagement.
The convenience of on-site voting particularly benefited our residents with mobility challenges, allowing them to participate fully in our democratic process with dignity and independence.
At Caretta Eau Claire, we believe age should never be a barrier to having your voice heard. Special thanks to all the volunteers who made this important service possible for our community!
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