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.
Wednesday, October 28 | 2–3 PM
When the Words Don’t Come:
Communicating with Those on the Dementia Journey
Dementia is a journey – learn how to pack for the trip. In this uniquely upbeat workshop using travel as a metaphor, national speaker, author and linguist Susan I. Wranik helps caregivers understand changes in speech and behavior that often accompany memory loss.
RSVP by October 26 at 240.866.9989
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
Lifelong Learning, Bird Watching Club, Unsolved Mysteries
Families Love
Bingo on Sundays, Happy Hour
Lifelong Learning Favorites
Travel ,Unsolved Mysteries, Famous People Biographies
Preferred Arts & Crafts Programs
Salt Painting, Watercolor Painting, Beading
Causes We Support
PetConnect, Parkinson’s Foundation, Alzheimer’s Association
Popular Spiritual Programs
Streaming Shabbat Services from Local Synagogue, Non-Denominational Christian Service Via YouTube, Eucharistic Minister Weekly
Favorite Fitness Classes
Movement with John Allen, Balloon Volley
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.
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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.
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📚🍎 Honoring Our Resident Teachers on Teachers’ Day! 🍎📚
Today was a truly special celebration at Artis Senior Living of Potomac as we honored our resident teachers Jane and Leslie alongside the children of Wilson Lane Children’s Center. ❤️
Our resident educators had the wonderful opportunity to step back into a familiar role—sharing stories and reading books to the children. It was a beautiful moment of reminiscence, bringing back memories of classrooms, curious young faces, and the joy of helping children learn. We ended our time together singing “Itsy Bitsy Spider,” filling the room with smiles, laughter, and generations connecting through music. 🕷️🎶
To make the day even sweeter, our resident teachers presented the children with Artis souvenir bags filled with coloring materials, “A is for Apple” goodies, colorful pens, and fun sunglasses. 🎨🍎🕶️
For our teachers, education may have been a career, but inspiring others is a gift that never retires. Today reminded us that the lessons, kindness, and encouragement they shared throughout their lives continue to touch a new generation.
Thank you to Wilson Lane Children’s Center for helping us create such a meaningful intergenerational experience! 💚
#ArtisSeniorLiving #ArtisPotomac #TeachersDay #HonoringOurTeachers #ResidentTeachers #IntergenerationalConnections #WilsonLaneChildrensCenter #MakingMemories #ReminiscingTogether #InspiredWellBeing #artismoments #AllTogether #HonoringYesterdayCelebratingToday …
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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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🦙🌾 Celebrating World Farm Animal Day with My Pet Alpaca at Artis Senior Living of Potomac! 🌾🦙
Our community was filled with joy as our furry alpaca friends gave us the opportunity to touch, connect, learn, feed, and create special memories together. Their gentle presence brought so much excitement, laughter, and curiosity to our residents, families, loved ones, and associates. 💚
Petting and feeding the alpacas provided wonderful sensory stimulation through touch, sight, sound, and movement, while encouraging relaxation, conversation, social connection, and reminiscence. For some residents, it brought back treasured memories of farms, animals, childhood, and family life. 🌻
And the fun wasn’t just for our residents! Some associates, families, and loved ones who were initially a little afraid conquered their fears once the cuteness overload took over! 🦙❤️
Sometimes, a gentle touch from a furry friend can touch our lives, awaken a memory, and create a brand-new one.
#ArtisSeniorLiving #ArtisPotomac #WorldFarmAnimalDay #AlpacaExperience #SensoryEngagement #ReminiscingTogether #InspiredWellBeing #RadiatingPositivity #AllTogether #MemoryCare #SeniorLiving #HonoringYesterdayCelebratingToday #artismoments …
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🌿 A beautiful surprise brought faith and connection to Artis Senior Living of Potomac!
We were delighted to welcome Rabbi Kaplan, a family friend of our resident Douglas, who graciously led a Jewish service celebrating Sukkot. 💛
Known as the “season of our joy,” Sukkot celebrates the harvest and recalls the temporary shelters used by the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness. It offers a meaningful opportunity to reflect on gratitude, faith, and life’s blessings. (myjewishlearning.com, chabad.org)
This special visit reminded us that some of life’s greatest blessings are the traditions we cherish, the friendships we nurture, and the joy we share.
Thank you, Rabbi Kaplan, for bringing the spirit of this holiday into our community. Wishing everyone celebrating a joyful Sukkot! 🌿✨
#ArtisSeniorLiving #ArtisPotomac #Sukkot #SeasonOfJoy #FaithAndConnection #HonoringTraditions #AllTogether #honoringyesterdaycelebratingtoday #ArtisMoments …
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