11 May 2025 Hoppy Hunting

Imagine 10,000 prize-filled eggs scattered throughout a large courtyard just waiting to be found! Dozens of children experienced this delight on Good Friday when Superior Health & Rehab in Conway hosted its 36th Annual Eggstravaganza, an Easter celebration for residents, employees, their families and the community.

Residents interacted with their families and gave hugs to little ones who came out for the fun day. The staff had the chance to search for eggs with their children, nieces, nephews or grandkids, and smiles were found everywhere.

“It is difficult to know who had the best time — the residents, workers or kids!” said Vickey Kirkemier, who has been the director for 36 years. “The event is about the kids, and our residents love it because it allows them to ride a carnival ride and have fun with their grandkids and some great-grandkids. They are making lifetime memories at this fun community event.”

Each Good Friday, the community is invited to experience the egg hunt, a carnival ride, the Hippity Hoppity bunny train, the Easter Bunny Photo Booth or the cotton tail tattoo booth. The staff cooks hot dogs, hamburgers, popcorn and also offers cotton candy and lemonade. Kirkemier orders the plastic eggs from Sunny Bunny Easter Eggs because the program provides meaningful employment to people with disabilities.

“My favorite moment was seeing a resident interacting with a staff member and their children,” Kirkemier said. “My daughter and grandkids came out again. This gives us the opportunity to really get very close with our staff and residents and become like family.”