Life Enrichment
Creating days filled with engagement, purpose, and delight.
Our Life Enrichment Promise
We create thoughtful experiences that evoke positive emotions, memories, and connections, enhancing overall well-being and quality of life.
Movement
Daily adaptive, instructor-led classes help build strength, balance, and cardiovascular health.
Sensory Programs
Hand massages, reminiscence cards, aromatherapy, and task bins offer tactile stimulation.
Music
Guided listening sessions and playing instruments together help support cognitive health.
Pet Therapy
Visiting therapy animals offer emotional support, and help reduce stress and anxiety.
Monthly Group Outings
Trips to local museums, parks, and restaurants keep residents safely engaged with the greater community.
Town Hall Meetings
Residents and families have a voice in community policies and events in, discussion with community leaders.
Volunteering
Residents have opportunities to remain involved with charities and organizations, and continue to make a difference through our “ICAN” program.
Artis Postcards
Our “IWRITE” assisted letter-writing program helps residents stay connected with family and friends.
Featured Events
October Power of Play Signature Event
The Artis Gourd Imagination Lab
🎨 Creativity lives in the senses. By exploring texture, shape, color, and sound, we light up multiple pathways in the brain, each a new doorway to expression and connection.
Join us in celebrating the humble, wonderfully weird decorative gourd. Wrap them in ribbon, turn them into shakers, sort them by size, or help build a gourd village. However you participate, you belong at the table!
Check the Calendar for Event Details or click above to call and RSVP.
Thursday, November 5
2:00 – 3:00 PM ET/1:00 – 2:00 pm CT
An Artis Virtual Workshop for Families
End of life is something most people don’t want to talk about. We often do not have the proper documents or discussions with our families when they are physically and cognitively able. Join us for an informative program led by End-of-Life Doula Chelsea Duckers about ways to help ensure a dying person’s wishes are honored, and everyone is prepared for the journey.
So much to look forward to – explore our upcoming programs and events, then click to RSVP!
Week of Events
Monday, October 12, 2026
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Friday, October 16, 2026
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Residents Love
Garden Club, Men’s Club, ADRC Art Program
Families Love
Family Socials and Events, Holiday Parties and BBQs, Family Support Group
Lifelong Learning Favorites
Horticultural and Birds of Area, Daily Chronicles, Famous People in History
Preferred Arts & Crafts Programs
ADRC Art Program, Resident Door Decorations, Handmade Cards for Tutor Time Kids
Causes We Support
ADRC (Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center), School Supply Drives for Christ the King Church, Warm Winter Clothing for St. Patrick’s RC Church, USMC Toys for Tots, Canned Food Drive for Island Harvest
Popular Spiritual Programs
Catholic Rosary and Communion Every Wednesday, Shabbat Service and Candle Lighting Every Friday, Televised Sunday Service
Favorite Fitness Classes
Silver Sneakers, Fab, Fit and Fun
ARTIS REELS
Real people. Real moments. Real Artis.
Watch how inspired well-being comes to life when our team’s superpowers are put to good work.
Meet Gavin, a Director of Health and Wellness, whose superpower is a one-of-a-kind mix of clinical expertise, heartfelt connection, and creative vision.
Meet Primrose, a Med Tech whose superpower is helping residents feel seen, special, and truly themselves.
“I always wanted to paint more … now I paint every day.”
– Sal L.
Artis Resident
See how we’re honoring
yesterday and celebrating
today.
Artis Fact
91% of Artis families say their family member is more engaged in their community than they would be at home.
SOURCE: Activated Insights Family Survey
Frequently Asked Questions
What are life enrichment programs in memory care?
Life enrichment includes personalized programs designed to spark joy, encourage participation, and connect residents to lifelong interests.
How are programs personalized?
Teams learn each resident’s history, hobbies, and preferences to create meaningful engagement experiences.
How many programs happen each day?
Artis communities offer multiple enrichment opportunities daily to support cognitive, emotional, and social well-being.
Do programs help dementia symptoms?
Yes. Engagement can reduce anxiety, improve mood, and promote a sense of purpose.
How are residents encouraged to participate?
Participation is always invitation-based and adapted to comfort levels.
What types of programs are offered?
Creative arts, music, continual learning, exercise/movement, social gatherings, reminiscence programs, and everyday meaningful moments.
Can families join programs?
Of course! Families are welcome to participate in celebrations and shared experiences.
Why is enrichment central to The Artis Way?
Because meaningful engagement helps residents continue living fully, not simply receiving care.
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We had a great time visiting the Long Island Museum to see their highly rated “Long Island in the ‘70s” exhibit! It brought back so many memories from the station wagon, records, magazines, posters, and the model house! If you have the chance to see it before it closes, we also highly recommend it! #MemoryLane #TheArtisWay #ExploreLongIsland #AllTogether #MemoryCare …
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Thank you to all who attended our annual art gallery night! Honoring the residents who participated in the 2025-2026 Artistic Expressions program 🎨
Art is a fantastic way to express yourself creatively, learn new things, and make new friends! Another great year of art and we can’t wait to see all the wonderful pieces our artists come up with for next year! #ArtisticExpressions #TheArtisWay #InspiredWellBeing #AllTogether #MemoryCare …
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Prost! 🍻 We had a great time celebrating Oktoberfest this week! Traveling to Germany for the day, we had an entire list of festivities from a German style luncheon, to our wonderful entertainment with the Swedish Meatball 🪗🇩🇪
We also hosted our annual flu clinic in between the festivities — flu season is around the corner, remember to get your flu shot! 💉 #oktoberfest #AllTogether #TheArtisWay #memorycare …
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It’s National Physical Therapy Month, and we’re grateful for the hands that keep us moving.
Physical therapists help residents build strength, improve balance, and move through each day with confidence. This work shows up in real moments: finding steady footing on the dance floor, walking to dinner with a friend, gardening, painting, or pursuing a hobby brings them joy.
No matter where our residents are on their journey, physical therapists are there to celebrate the small wins as much as the big ones.
#TheArtisWay #PhysicalTherapyMonth #MemoryCare …
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🎨 Creativity lives in the senses. By exploring texture, shape, color, and sound, we light up multiple pathways in the brain, each a new doorway to expression and connection on the dementia journey.
In October, we’re exploring Play as Imagination at Artis. Join us in celebrating the wonderfully weird decorative gourd. Smooth ones, bumpy ones, tall ones, round ones, inviting us to touch, create, and play. Wrap them in ribbon, turn them into shakers, sort them by size, or help build a gourd village.
However you participate, you belong at the table. Join us! 💙💙💙
#ArtisPowerOfPlay #PlayAsImagination #InspiredWellBeing #TheArtisWay …
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Before they were Artis residents, many were teachers. They graded papers late into the night and helped kids believe in themselves. 🍎 Today, we’re honoring the educators who now call Artis home and their family members who still teach today!
Did a teacher change your life? Drop your favorite teacher's name in the comments, along with a lesson they shared along the way.
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