01/28/2026
As we continue celebrating National Activity Professionals Week, today we are proud to recognize Adrienne Belson, Activities Director and MDS Coordinator.
Adrienne and her family live in Lyndonville, and she has been a dedicated member of Orleans Community Health for an incredible 19 years. Her heart has always been with the elderly population, and she shares that what makes her role so special is the family-like atmosphere on North Wing and throughout the organization.
When people hear she works in activities, they often say, “Oh, so you play games all day.” While games are a small part of the job, Adrienne explains that activities professionals do so much more. They build meaningful relationships that help residents feel safe and comfortable. They sit hand in hand with residents during life’s most difficult moments. They create opportunities for community engagement through concerts, picnics, scenic drives, and meals out. They become advocates when residents may no longer have a voice, and often become part of their extended family.
Adrienne is deeply passionate about providing the highest level of care and ensuring residents have the best quality of life possible. She believes that living in a nursing home does not mean the end of living, and that there are always opportunities to bring joy, purpose, and connection.
Outside of work, Adrienne enjoys watching her oldest son perform on stage and cheering on her other son at football games.
She is grateful to be part of an organization filled with staff who care deeply for residents, supported by an administration that shows up for holidays, picnics, and even a game of euchre. She also credits the community for helping fund a bus that allows residents to stay connected beyond the facility. Seeing a resident light up while recognizing familiar places reminds her just how powerful those moments can be.
Adrienne’s compassion, dedication, and heart for service is something the residents and team members see daily.
