BeeHive Homes of Eau Claire

08/06/2025

These ladies smiles say it all! ❤️

07/29/2025

In Loving Memory of Our Peggy
It is with heavy hearts and fond memories that we say goodbye to our dear Peggy. She was the life of every party, the spark in every room, and the heartbeat of so many of our best moments here at Beehive.
Peggy was pure energy, joy, and fun. She was always the first to dance, the loudest to sing, and the most excited to jump into whatever activity was happening. Her infectious smile could brighten even the dullest day, and her goofiness—often paired with a little sass—kept us laughing and on our toes!
She had a spontaneous spirit and a mischievous streak we came to love—she liked to hide things on us, crack clever jokes, and offer up a smart remark whenever the moment called for it.
Peggy had a deep love for children, and it showed in every interaction. As a loving, fun, and caring mother herself, she had a nurturing soul and a playful heart that drew people in. Her warmth, her laughter, and her larger-than-life presence made this place feel like home.
Though she may no longer be here with us, her spirit will continue to dance, sing, and shine in our hearts.
With love and remembrance,
— Your Beehive Family

07/28/2025

In Loving Memory of Leroy

We are deeply saddened to share the passing of our dear friend Leroy. He brought so much joy into our lives here at Beehive. His smile and friendly "Hello!" were one of a kind. Always up for a laugh and a good conversation, Leroy had a way of making those around him feel welcome and seen.

Leroy’s love for his family was a beautiful part of who he was. He spoke proudly of his children, and the visits from his daughter and son-in-law always lit up the room. Their presence brought smiles and happiness not just to Leroy, but to all of us.

He loved a good cup of coffee, chatting about old cars and sharing stories of the ones he had owned over the years. Music, dancing, animals, and outings delighted him —and he shared that joy with everyone around him. He also never passed up dessert!

Leroy was truly dear to our hearts. His laughter, stories, and kind spirit will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.

With love and remembrance,
— Your Beehive Family

07/28/2025

We've been having fun! Some pics are from the Eau Claire County 4-H fair! Thanks to the kids that let us pet their animals! 🐐🐇🐓

07/21/2025

A big shoutout to our last few Busy Bee's of the month for going above & beyond while shining our mission through with the care they provide! We sure have the very best team members 🌞👭👇👏🐝

07/14/2025

Fishing, Luau, and many other enjoyable moments shared!

07/05/2025

Hoping you all had a moment to celebrate & have a Happy 4th of July 🇺🇸🎆🫶🤍

07/01/2025

We are kindly looking for a new owner for this fully working/functional hospital bed! 😊

Please reach out to 715 874 4483 and ask for Brittnee!

06/30/2025

A Life in Color: Honoring Beatrice, Our Resident Artist 🎨🖌🖼😍

At Beehive Homes, we are proud to celebrate one of our most cherished residents—Bea. With her ever-present smile, warm heart, and boundless creativity, Bea is both an inspiration and a friend to everyone here. Her life is a remarkable canvas, painted with perseverance, talent, and deep human connection.

Bea's artistic journey began in 1964 with a single painting that she shared with a neighbor, who encouraged her to join the Eau Claire Area Art League. That decision changed everything. Just one year later, she sold her first painting for $4.50 at a League show. “I was absolutely amazed that someone would pay that kind of money for a painting,” she later recalled.
From that humble beginning, Bea built a 45-year career as a professional artist, during which she sold over 5,000 paintings. Her works—featuring serene landscapes, vibrant flowers, majestic lighthouses, and graceful sailboats—have graced homes across the country and even abroad. One collector discovered an original in Germany; another family owns nearly 40 of her paintings. Over the years, her artwork has been found on eBay, Craigslist, and in antique shops, a testament to the wide-reaching legacy of her talent.
Despite never taking a formal art class, Bea developed a signature style that moved from watercolor to oil, and eventually to acrylic on unique unframed convexo canvases. She often painted in her kitchen, inspired by the birds and deer in her backyard. “When I get started, then I paint steady,” she says. She rarely sketches—each painting flows freely from her imagination. “It’s a blank canvas, and whatever happens, happens. Sometimes I start out with a road and end up with a lake.”🏞🌅

Bea's passion and drive carried her to some of the Midwest’s most prestigious art fairs. She was a beloved regular at the Ann Arbor Art Fair in Michigan—the nation’s largest juried art fair—as well as at Art Fair on the Square in Madison, Wisconsin. At the height of her career, she exhibited at 27 art shows across seven states, returning year after year to connect with fellow artists and devoted customers, many of whom became lifelong friends.

Her art was also featured in respected galleries, from her local community to the Twin Cities and Door County, where she co-ran the Corner Court Gallery with a fellow artist.

Bea’s husband, Mitch, supported her every step of the way—building custom frames and traveling with her to art shows. When he passed away suddenly in 1976, Bea turned to her art not only for solace, but as a means of support. “I don’t know what I would have done after my husband was gone,” she shared. Her resilience and determination carried her through.
Now 97, Bea continues to radiate joy and creativity. Though she retired from the art circuit in her mid-80s, her love for painting and her kind spirit remain strong. She also enjoys fishing, cheering for her beloved Packers, and sharing stories from her extraordinary life. 🎣🤍💚💛🫶

At Beehive Homes, we are honored to call Bea our neighbor, our artist-in-residence, and our friend. Her life reminds us all that creativity, like love, knows no boundaries—and that a single brushstroke can change everything.

06/28/2025

CV Air Show for seniors was a success yesterday!

06/26/2025

A visit to our other Wisconsin BeeHive Homes in Oregon & Mt. Horeb for collaboration of care in our homes!!! 🫶🐝

We also ran into their bus & met the residents too at Culvers when out and about for ice cream! 🍦

BeeHive Homes of Oregon, WI
BeeHive Homes of Mt. Horeb, WI

06/26/2025