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
September Power of Play Signature Event
Rhythm in Motion: The Artis Marching Parade
We love a parade – and the more the merrier!
Join us for a music-and-movement-led experience where you can participate on your feet, in your chair, playing an instrument or simply swaying to the rhythm.
Check the Calendar for Event Details or click above to call and RSVP.
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, September 28, 2026
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Friday, October 2, 2026
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Residents Love
Resident Programs Based on Partnership Profile, Travel Education Programs, Volunteer Programs, Pet/Music/Dance
Families Love
Holiday Celebrations, Alzheimers Support Group, Live Music
Lifelong Learning Favorites
Travel Places, Language, Culinary Route 66 Program
Preferred Arts & Crafts Programs
Scratch Art, Water Color Painting, Pumpkin Carving Contest
Causes We Support
Homeless Foundations
Popular Spiritual Programs
Catholic Communion, Non-Denomination Bible Studies, Hymn Singing
Favorite Fitness Classes
Supportive Home Health Fitness Program
ARTIS REELS
Real people. Real moments. Real Artis.
Watch how our residents and team members bring our value of “Inspired Well-Being”
to life in every story.
Maverick shares the joy of seeing his grandmother thrive at Artis — from compassionate care to creative expression through art. “It’s just a joy,” he says, watching her engage and connect in a place where genuine people support and uplift each resident.
Life Enrichment at Artis is powered by people with the training, heart, and intuition to transform everyday moments into meaningful experiences. Meet Marlene, one of our Life Enrichment Directors, whose superpower is discovering what brings each resident to life.
“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
Empowering residents to live more joyfully and with autonomy.
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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This afternoon, we hosted our "Play as Balance" event featuring a HealthRHYTHMS program, hosted by Mr. Jim Wadle.
By combining rhythm and mindful movement, this program helps center the mind and body, bringing a greater sense of balance to our residents.
The group used a wide variety of instruments, including shakers, maracas, tambourines, bongos, tumbanos, frame drums, buffalo drums, and melodic percussion. We started with guided rhythm stretches using shakers, then brought out the rest of the instruments to play along to some favorite nostalgic music.
Everyone had an amazing time playing and moving together! 🎶 🥁 🪘 🛢
A big thank you Jim for giving our residents and families this incredible experience! & thank you everyone who came out to join us for this fun and memorable event!
#Powerofplay #PlayAsBalance #HealthRHYTHMS #InspiredWellBeing #TheArtisWay
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Pacing before dinner, resistance to a shower, the same question asked over and over. When a loved one is on the dementia journey, these expressions can feel like defiance – but it’s simply a form of communication.
As dementia affects language, behavior often becomes the primary way a loved one expresses discomfort, fear, or an unmet need. Learning to read that signal – instead of reacting to the behavior itself – is a skill any caregiver can build, and it changes the moment for everyone in it.
Read more on what these behaviors may really be saying:
👉 artisseniorliving.com/blog/when-behavior-speaks-understanding-what-your-loved-one-with-dementia-i…
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What – or WHO – are you grateful for today? We’ll start.
At Artis, we're grateful for the smile on a resident’s face when we play their favorite song.
🎶 Our associates, aka the most thoughtful people on earth. 🫶
The flowers blooming in our courtyard. 🌺
All the fun we have together!😎
Showing appreciation is a daily practice at Artis. Today, stop by our Gratitude Station and fill out a card to someone you’re grateful for – or let us know in the comments! 💙
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On World Alzheimer's Day, we honor the genuine, human experience of families navigating the dementia journey — the late-night questions, the worry, the grief for someone who's still right in front of you. We also celebrate what we know living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia can be – meaningful days filled with purpose. Connection. Belonging. JOY.
💙With a thoughtfully designed environment, discreet care and opportunities for social connection, and cognitive health support, inspired well-being is possible.
That's "The Artis Way."
If a family you know needs support with caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, share our helpful resources and tools: artisseniorliving.com/family-resources/
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It was game on for Day 5 of Assisted Living Week! ☀️👟
We took the fun outside to the courtyard for an epic game of kickball. Our residents, Associates, and Department Managers all teamed up for some friendly competition, and let’s just say everyone brought their A-game!
It was a beautiful, sunny afternoon, and we all got quite the workout running—and yes, even sliding—into the bases. 🏃♂️There were plenty of laughs, a few wild kicks, and a whole lot of cheering from the sidelines.
Who knew we had so many secret athletes in the building? Thanks to everyone who came out to play, cheer, and make it such a memorable afternoon! 🏆🥎
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🎶✨ Back to the ’80s! ✨🎶
Today we rocked some neon swag, listened to classic ’80s tunes, and put our knowledge to the test with some ’80s trivia! 🕶️📼🎤
A huge thank you to Queen City Hospice for the delicious snacks! 💕🍿
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🌟 We won an 800+ Reputation Score Award! 🌟
This number is really a reflection of trust — the families who chose us, and the way we tried to honor that.
Thank you to the families who took the time to share their experience and give feedback. And kudos to our team for earning it every day.
Here's to continuing to honor yesterday and celebrate today, one story at a time. 💙
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🎺 We love a parade – and it’s how we’re exploring Play as Balance at Artis in September.
Movement supports balance and stability, at every age. When engagement is supported through rhythm, repetition, and guided movement, rather than ability or performance, people living with dementia can feel more steady, connected, and confident.
Join us for a music-and-movement-led experience where you can participate on your feet or in your chair, playing an instrument or simply swaying to the rhythm.
The more the merrier! 💙💙💙
#ArtisPowerOfPlay #PlayAsBalance #InspiredWellBeing #TheArtisWay …
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