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
July Power of Play Signature Event
Celebrating the Freedom To Choose
The Stones or The Beatles? Chocolate or Vanilla Ice Cream? Basketball or Baseball? In the month we honor our country’s independence, we’re celebrating something simple and powerful: the freedom to choose. Join us for an interactive experience where the pressure is off, the fun is on, and we all win together.
Check the Calendar for Event Details or click above to call and RSVP.
August Power of Play Signature Event
Practice Makes Purpose: Life Skills Workshop
As kids are heading back to class, we’re celebrating a different aspect of learning throughout August at Artis!
Join us as we dive in to the occupational, domestic, and creative skills we’ve honed over a lifetime – shared experiences that create opportunities to participate and feel a sense of purpose.
Check the Calendar for Event Details or click above to call and RSVP.
So much to look forward to – explore our upcoming programs and events, then click to RSVP!
Week of Events
Monday, July 20, 2026
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Friday, July 24, 2026
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Sunday, July 26, 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.
We’ll have an even better time if you’re here. Join us for an event.
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🌤️ With air quality alerts in effect across our region due to wildfire smoke, our team is keeping a close eye on conditions and adjusting our day to keep residents safe and comfortable indoors.
Our team has a full slate of indoor programming today including music and creative arts to wellness activities and games, so residents can stay engaged, social, and having fun, rain, shine —> or smoke!
As always, the well-being of our residents is our top priority. Families, if you have questions about today's precautions, our team is always happy to talk. 💛
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Aquarium Terrariums for our cooking club today! Using graham crackers, blue jello, and Swedish fish we created a tasty summer time snack! Reminding us of the beach, we ended our club meeting by enjoying some summer coloring together 👩🍳🏖️🎨 #CookingClub #ArtisticExpressions #alltogether #TheArtisWay … See MoreSee Less
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Ringing in the avocado fun with a tasty bruschetta! 🥑🍅#avocado #BrainHealthAwareness #InspiredWellBeing #TheArtisWay … See MoreSee Less
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🌟 Meet Claire – centenarian, kitchen whiz, life of the party! 🌟
✅ Always up front for live entertainment and dances whenever she hears the beat.
✅ Never misses a cooking workshop.
✅ Always up for a heartfelt conversation.
Claire is popular at Artis of Commack in New York, and it's easy to see why. She loves her Horticulture club and chit-chats – but most of all, she loves people.
She'll tell you about her life as a bookkeeper and maybe sprinkle in a little dating advice along the way. And she'll do it with a warmth that makes you feel like you've known her forever.
So, when it came time for Claire’s 100th birthday party, team Artis welcomed her family with food, dancing, and more of her favorite things. 🪩🎶 Claire is able to show her true colors at Artis – making plenty of friends along the way.
Learn more about how we honor yesterday and celebrate today at ArtisSeniorLiving.com.
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This week for horticulture club we found ourselves at the beach! Learning about plants on the coast, we made our own beach keepsakes! 🐚🏖️#HorticultureClub #TheArtisWay #lifelonglearning … See MoreSee Less
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Another successful visit from the GoldenGals! A fun and energizing way to get our daily exercise in is our favorite 💪 #dailyexercise #alltogether #TheArtisWay … See MoreSee Less
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