Raspberry Festival, Senior Day July 16
2025-07-16 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Elder Homestead, 11400 4th Street N, Minnetonka, MN, 55343
Come see us at Downtown Hopkins for the Raspberry Festival for Senior Day, July 16.
Wednesday, July 16 from 1-2:30 pm
Join us for a “BERRY” good time in Downtown Hopkins! The Raspberry Festival is a fun event with many vendors and lots to see and do.
We hope you stop by to say hello and for free give-aways! Ask us about our warmly, friendly community offering Assisted Living & Memory Care in Hopkins/Minnetonka area.
For more information, contact Yvonne at: ycariveau@voa.org or 952.283.2626

Raspberry Festival, July 19
2025-07-19 09:00 - 16:00 UTC | Elder Homestead, 11400 4th Street N, Minnetonka, MN, 55343
Come see us at Downtown Hopkins for the Raspberry Festival on Saturday, July 19
Saturday, July 19, 9 am – 4 pm
Join us for a “BERRY” good time in Downtown Hopkins! The Raspberry Festival is a fun event with many vendors and lots to see and do.
We hope you stop by to say hello! and for give-aways! Ask us about our warmly, friendly community offering Assisted Living & Memory Care in Hopkins/Minnetonka area.
For more information, contact Yvonne at: ycariveau@voa.org or 952.283.2626

Senior Day at the Anoka County Fair!
2025-07-23 08:00 - 20:00 UTC
We are excited to be at the Anoka County Fair! We sponsor a FREE lunch for seniors (ages 65 and older) and lots of free give-aways!
Date: Wednesday, July 23
Time: Gate admission is open daily at 8:00 AM
Location: Anoka County Fairgrounds
Questions: Contact Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406

Hospice Care Speaker July 29
2025-07-29 13:00 - 14:30 UTC
We are excited to offer residents, families, staff and the community the opportunity to join us for a free speaker series focused on seniors. Our upcoming topic is hospice—and how loved ones can get the support they need and provide care to their loved ones.
Speaker: Patty Zenz
Care Transition Coordinator
St. Croix Hospice
This is a free CEU for social workers. Refreshments will be served.
AL and IL residents and their families are welcome to join. Social Workers in the community are also welcome.
Questions: Contact Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406
NO RSVP needed

Grand Reopening Event, Aug 6
2025-08-06 16:00 - 18:00 UTC | Elder Homestead, 11400 4th Street N, Minnetonka, MN, 55343
Residents, their families and the community are invited to our exciting Grand Reopening Event
Join us for a FREE meal and a tour of our updated community–with updated dining room, renovated kitchen and much more!
Date: Wed, August 6th
Time: 4-6 pm
Conveniently located off Hwy 7; near Hwys 169 & 494
RSVP needed; call or email Yvonne at: ycariveau@voa.org or 952.283.2626

Mary Marshall Day
2025-08-28 16:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York)
Mary Marshall Day
Thursday, August 28 from 4 – 6:30 pm (EST)
Location: 2000 5th St., South Arlington, VA 22204
Come join us on a day full of smiles and community spirit!
Fun, food, and festivities await at the Mary Marshall Fun Fair – don’t miss out!
We will also have a Toiletry Drive at the door. We ask that each guest bring a new/unopen toiletry item(s) to donate and place in our donation box. These hygiene products are for our residents. Some ideas of what to bring:
* Shampoo and conditioner
* Mouthwash
* Toothpaste and Toothbrushes
* DOVE or Irish Spring soap
* Women and Men Deodorant
* Shaving Cream
* Disposable Razors
* Sunscreen Lotion
* Denture Cleanser
* Body Wash
* Combs and Brushes
RSVP to Divina: DAlston@voa.org

World Alzheimer Event at Elder Homestead
2025-09-19 14:00 - 15:30 UTC | Elder Homestead, 11400 4th Street N, Minnetonka, MN, 55343
We are here to raise awareness and to support those with dementia and Alzheimer’s—as well as those who care for loved ones each and every day.
The community, residents, families and staff are welcome to join us as we host this free “Purple Gala” with music, treats and useful information for caregivers.
Date: Friday Sept 19th
Time: 2 pm
Location: Elder Homestead
Lower Level Gathering Room
11400 Fourth Street North, Minnetonka, MN 55343
Conveniently located off Hwy 7; near Hwys 169 & 494
No RSVP needed
NOTE: We have immediate Memory Care openings–inquire with Yvonne at ycariveau@voa.org or 952.283.2626

Alzheimer Event
2025-09-22 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
Join us to for a walk to support Alzheimer’s & Dementia
The community, residents, families and staff are invited to a meaningful afternoon dedicated to awareness, support, and connection. Explore booths from various home health & hospice companies offering helpful resources and information.
Date: Monday, Sept 22
Time: 1-2 pm
Location:
The Homestead at Anoka
3002 4th Ave., Anoka, MN
Backyard patio behind the Assisted Living Community Room
Questions: Contact Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406
For more details, see link here>>

Memory Cafe!
2025-09-25 18:00 - 19:00 UTC
We welcome residents, families and caregivers with loved ones who have dementia to our ongoing monthly “Memory Cafe.” Our community provides a loving and warm environment where attendees can share experiences and access support and information from various specialists in the area.
FREE EVENT
NO RSVP NEEDED
Date: Thursday, 9/25 from 6-7 pm
Location: Assisted Living Community Room
3000 4th Ave., Anoka, MN 55303
Join us for our September event with speaker: Jacob Hedden, MA from BrightOn Hospice
Presentation will include many great videos and handouts
Questions: Contact Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406
For more details, see link here>>

Senior Housing Fair, Sept 30th
2025-09-30 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Elder Homestead, 11400 4th Street N, Minnetonka, MN, 55343
Join us the Senior Housing Fair in Minnetonka
The community, residents, families and staff are welcome to come to this FREE Event. No RSVP needed.
Date: Tuesday, Sept 30
Time: 10 am – Noon
Location: Minnetonka Community Center, Banquet Room
14600 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka, MN

This event provides an opportunity for seniors and their families to
gather information about various senior housing options and related
resources in the area.
Attendees can learn about different housing solutions and engage
with local businesses in a community setting.
For more info, click here>>

NOTE: We have immediate openings–inquire with Yvonne at ycariveau@voa.org or 952.283.2626

Hopkins Health Fair, October 10
2025-10-10 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | Elder Homestead, 11400 4th Street N, Minnetonka, MN, 55343
Join us the Hopkins Health Fair
The community, residents, families and staff are welcome to come to this FREE Event. No RSVP needed.
Date: Friday, October 10
Time: 10 am – Noon
Location: Hopkins Activity Center
33 14th Ave N, Hopkins, MN

This event has local companies exhibiting with great health information
Our RN, Shirley, will be providing free blood pressure screenings.
For more info, click here>>

Stay Happy. Stay Healthy.
2025-10-21 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | Elder Homestead, 11400 4th Street N, Minnetonka, MN, 55343
The community, family and friends are invited to our Flu & Covid Shot Clinic
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 21
Time: 8 am – Noon
Location: Elder Homestead, Gathering Room
11400 Fourth St. N., Minnetonka, MN
Our senior living community has teamed up with Cub Pharmacy to
provide this no-cost service to you and your family. It’s easy—just call to
reserve your spot and bring your insurance card along with you.
RSVP Needed! Call by Friday, Oct. 18th!
Contact Yvonne at
ycariveau@voa.org or
952.283.2626
For more info, click here>>

Memory Cafe!
2025-11-20 18:00 - 19:00 UTC
The Homestead of Anoka welcome residents, families and caregivers with loved ones who have dementia to our ongoing monthly “Memory Café.” Our community provides a loving and warm environment where attendees can share experiences and access support and information from various specialists in the area.
FREE EVENT
NO RSVP NEEDED
Date: Thursday, Nov 20th from 6-7 pm
Location: Assisted Living Community Room
3000 4th Ave., Anoka, MN 55303
Join us for our November event with speaker: Ruth Lupa from Home Instead

Topic: The importance of recording life stories + tips on how to do this
Questions: Contact Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406
For more details, see link here>>

December Educational Series - Brain Injury
2025-12-18 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Elder Homestead, 11400 4th Street N, Minnetonka, MN, 55343
The community, family and friends are invited to our December Educational Series Event
Date: Thursday, Dec. 18
Time: 2 pm
Location: Elder Homestead, Gathering Room
11400 Fourth St. N., Minnetonka, MN
Our senior living community has teamed up with MN Brain Injury Alliance. The speaker, Alec Wendelboe, will discuss brain injury facts, interpret brain injury resources, and gain understanding of brain injury prevalence.
No RSVP needed
For more info, Contact Yvonne at
ycariveau@voa.org or
952.283.2626
For more info, click here>>

Meet Your Ombudsman, January Event
2026-01-15 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Elder Homestead, 11400 4th Street N, Minnetonka, MN, 55343
The community, family and friends are invited to our January event.
Date: Monday, January 15
Time: 1 pm
Location: Elder Homestead, Gathering Room
11400 Fourth St. N., Minnetonka, MN
We are excited to offer residents, families, staff and the community the opportunity to join us for a free learning session.
This general information session will discuss:

The definition of an “Ombudsman” is: an official appointed to investigate individuals’ complaints against maladministration, especially that of public authorities
Who is our Ombudsman?
What does this role does an Ombudsman serve for seniors?

No RSVP needed
For more info, Contact Yvonne at
ycariveau@voa.org or
952.283.2626
For more info, click here>>

Memory Cafe!
2026-01-15 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Homestead at Anoka
The Homestead of Anoka welcome residents, families and caregivers with loved ones who have dementia to our ongoing monthly “Memory Café.” Our community provides a loving and warm environment where attendees can share experiences and access support and information from various specialists in the area.
FREE EVENT
NO RSVP NEEDED
Date: Thursday, Jan. 15 from 6-7 pm
Location: Assisted Living Community Room
3000 4th Ave., Anoka, MN 55303
January Speaker: Patty Zenz from St. Croix Hospice
Topic: Dementia 201 on behaviors & interventions
Questions: Contact Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406
For more details, see link here>>

Virtual January Event: Challenging Behaviors
2026-01-20 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Elder Homestead, 11400 4th Street N, Minnetonka, MN, 55343
We are excited to offer residents, families, staff and the community the opportunity to join us for a free ongoing monthly speaker series focused on seniors. This month we will be talking about best practices regarding responses to challenging behaviors.
Date: Tuesday, Jan 20
Time: 11 am
VIRTUAL EVENT:
https://voa.zoom.us/j/86742535375
(copy this link into your browser to join the free event; no RSVP needed)
No RSVP needed
For more info, Contact Yvonne at
ycariveau@voa.org or
952.283.2626
For more info, click here>>

February 19 Educational Series
2026-02-19 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Elder Homestead, 11400 4th Street N, Minnetonka, MN, 55343
The community, residents and family are invited to attend this event.
Speaker is: Alec Wendelboe from Minnesota Brain Injury Alliance

Free event
Open to the public
Learn brain and brain injury facts
Interpret brain injury resources
Gain understanding of brain injury prevalence

Date: Thursday, Feb. 19
Time: 2 pm
Lower Gathering Room
No RSVP needed
For more info, Contact Yvonne at
ycariveau@voa.org or
952.283.2626
For more info, click here>>

Virtual February Event - Hospice 101
2026-02-23 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Elder Homestead, 11400 4th Street N, Minnetonka, MN, 55343
We are excited to offer residents, families, staff and the community the opportunity to join us for a free ongoing monthly speaker series focused on seniors. This month you will receive useful tips from BrightOn Hospice. They will discuss what to expect when a loved one needs hospice care and details about this necessary care option.
Date: Monday, Feb 23
Time: 11 am
VIRTUAL EVENT
ZOOM LINK:
https://voa.zoom.us/j/87236037108
(copy this link into your browser to join the free event; no RSVP needed)
No RSVP needed
For more info, Contact Yvonne at
ycariveau@voa.org or
952.283.2626
For more info, click here>>

Memory Cafe!
2026-04-16 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Homestead at Anoka
The Homestead of Anoka welcome residents, families and caregivers with loved ones who have dementia to our ongoing monthly “Memory Café.” Our community provides a loving and warm environment where attendees can share experiences and access support and information from various specialists in the area. This month, our featured speaker is from St. Croix Hospice discussing sleep changes and sundowning.
FREE EVENT
NO RSVP NEEDED
Date: Thursday, April 16 from 6-7 pm
Location: Assisted Living Community Room
3000 4th Ave., Anoka, MN 55303
April speaker:
Speaker:
Tracy Kaminski, Hospice Transition Nurse from St. Croix Hospice
Topic: Sleep changes and sundowning
Questions: Contact Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406
For more details, see link here>>

Memory Cafe! May 21!
2026-05-21 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Homestead at Anoka
The Homestead of Anoka welcome residents, families and caregivers with loved ones who have dementia to our ongoing monthly “Memory Café.” Our community provides a loving and warm environment where attendees can share experiences and access support and information from various specialists in the area. This month, our featured speaker is from St. Croix Hospice discussing sleep changes and sundowning.
FREE EVENT
NO RSVP NEEDED
Date: Thursday, May 21 from 6-7 pm
Location: Assisted Living Community Room
3000 4th Ave., Anoka, MN 55303
Speaker: Patty Zenz from St. Croix Hospice
Topic: Caregiving Stress
Questions: Contact Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406

Memory Cafe! June 18!
2026-06-18 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Homestead at Anoka
The Homestead of Anoka welcome residents, families and caregivers with loved ones who have dementia to our ongoing monthly “Memory Café.” Our community provides a loving and warm environment where attendees can share experiences and access support and information from various specialists in the area. This month, our featured speaker is from St. Croix Hospice discussing sleep changes and sundowning.
FREE EVENT
NO RSVP NEEDED
Date: Thursday, June 18 from 6-7 pm
Location: Assisted Living Community Room
3000 4th Ave., Anoka, MN 55303
Patty Zenz from St. Croix Hospice
Topic: Meaningful Visits
Questions: Contact Sue at sekman@voa.org or 763.528.6406
For more details, see link here>>
