March 5, 2025 (Cheektowaga, NY) ─ Love and kindness were in full bloom at Glenwell this Valentine’s Day, as residents of the DePaul Senior Living Community in Cheektowaga enjoyed a day of thoughtful surprises, special gifts, and uplifting connections with local volunteers.

Hope Rises hosted the second annual “Love Yourself” celebration featuring glam sessions with hair styling and manicures, engaging crafts led by local Girl Scouts, and a variety of generous gifts, including Squishmallow stuffed animals and handmade soaps from Creations By Marissa. Residents also received handmade Valentine’s cards from GWFA Gallery, Our Lady of Victory Elementary School, and Mrs. Joyce’s class at Global Concepts Charter School. The celebration was complete with live music by Brian Beaudry, photography by Ashley Lynn Photography, and countless moments of joy and connection.

Pictured top row, left to right, enjoying the festivities are Glenwell seniors Catherine Markovich, June Blattenberger, and Barbara Kreuzer. Pictured bottom row, left to right, are John Gerhardt and Ruby Joiner.

Pictured bottom row, far right, Mary Lou Dalessandro receives a beautifully handmade Valentine’s Day card created by students from Trinity West Seneca Church & PreK-8 School and delivered by Kelsey of Senior Helpers of Buffalo.

“We are so grateful to everyone who helped make this day so special,” said Glenwell Administrator Tina Hagen. “From the heartfelt cards to the pampering and entertainment, our residents felt truly cherished.”

Glenwell extends its deepest gratitude to Hope Rises founder Kate Glaser, the many volunteers, organizations, and community members who contributed to making these Valentine’s Day events unforgettable. Their generosity and kindness created a day filled with love, laughter, and a sense of belonging.

For more information about Glenwell, please contact Administrator Tina Hagen or Marketing Director Stacy Jasinski at (716) 608-7000. Tina can also be reached at thagen@depaul.org and Stacy can be reached at sjasinski@depaul.org. You can also visit Glenwell on Facebook.