May 15, 2026 ISSUE 197

Hoʻomau

Renew, Perpetuate, Persevere

Aloha in Bloom: AFC May Day Celebrations

May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii, and across the Arcadia Family of Companies, residents, staff, families, and guests came together to celebrate the spirit of aloha through music, dance, and shared traditions. Festivities included lei making with colorful flowers and ti leaves, along with hula performances, ukulele players and singers that filled the communities with joy.

These special events brought each community together to honor Hawaii’s traditions while creating meaningful moments of connection and fellowship. Mahalo to everyone who helped make the celebrations so memorable with kindness, compassion, and plenty of aloha.

Blooming Connections

Arcadia At Home’s annual Summer Friendship Party returned this year as the AAH Spring Fling, bringing together members, alumni, and prospective members for an afternoon celebrating friendship, fun, and connection. Guests enjoyed ono Hawaiian cuisine prepared by 15 Craigside’s Dining Services team before mingling through interactive games and activities. The gathering created a warm and welcoming atmosphere that reflected the spirit of community at Arcadia At Home.

Cinco de Mayo Happy Hour

To celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Arcadia residents gathered for a lively happy hour with delicious esquites, refreshing horchata, and classic margaritas. Mahalo to the Arcadia Dining Services team for the amazing flavors and the Arcadia Programs team for bringing the celebration to life.

A Stylish Derby Tradition

Arcadia residents Mrs. Kay Fitzsimmons, with assistance from Mrs. Damaris Kirchhofer, brought Derby spirit to life by leading a Kentucky Derby hat-making activity in the days leading up to the event. Residents gathered to create their own festive hats, showcasing their creativity with colorful ribbons, flowers, and decorative accents. The celebration continued on Derby Day with a lively viewing party organized by Mrs. Fitzsimmons in the Main Lounge, where residents watched the race on a projector screen while enjoying games, prizes, and snacks. Mat’s Place added to the festive atmosphere by serving traditional Mint Juleps, and many residents arrived dressed for the occasion in their handmade Derby hats. Now in its second year, this resident-led tradition once again brought the community together for an afternoon filled with fun, creativity, and camaraderie.

Handmade Gifts

A special delivery recently brought smiles and color to the Arcadia Health Care Center. Residents received 20 hand-crafted vases created by the Kare Kids community service club at Hanahauoli School.

Each beautifully collaged vase, adorned with handmade tissue paper flowers, now brightens our spaces. Mahalo nui loa to Kare Kids for sharing such thoughtful gifts and spreading joy throughout our community.

All Aboard for Good Times

Hale Ola Kino by Arcadia residents enjoyed a holo holo ride on the Skyline rail. Boarding at the new Middle Street station, they took a one-hour round trip to Kapolei and back, taking in the beautiful views along the way.

Sweet Strides

Hale Ola Kino by Arcadia residents enjoyed their monthly “Walk N Roll” to Baskin-Robbins, promoting wellness with a sweet treat at the end.

"I’d like to share a quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson:‘The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make a difference that you have lived and lived well.’” " - Suzie Schulberg, President & CEO

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