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.
What’s going on this week:
Week of Events
Monday, January 19, 2026
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Friday, January 23, 2026
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Sunday, January 25, 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.
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Positive Partner Nomination – Claressa, Life Enrichment Assistant
We proudly nominate Claressa for her outstanding contributions to our Life Enrichment team at Artis Senior Living. From the moment she joined us, Claressa has proven herself to be dependable, consistent, and deeply committed to our residents and team.
Claressa demonstrates exceptional teamwork and adaptability in a fast-paced memory care environment. She steps in where needed, embraces change with a positive attitude, and supports her colleagues without hesitation. Her reliability allows the team to function smoothly and confidently, knowing residents are receiving consistent, compassionate care and engagement.
What truly sets Claressa apart is her warm and approachable presence. She builds genuine connections with residents, meeting them with patience, kindness, and respect. In memory care, trust and emotional safety are essential, and Claressa naturally creates both. Her interactions help residents feel seen, valued, and comfortable, which directly supports their well-being and quality of life.
Claressa is an asset to Artis Senior Living because she embodies our values in action. She contributes not only through her work ethic, but through the heart she brings into the community each day. Her presence strengthens our team culture and enhances the daily experiences of the residents we are honored to serve.
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After the bustle of the holidays, we’re leaning into what our minds and bodies naturally crave: light ☀️, laughter 🤣, and rhythm 🎶!
Throughout January, we’re exploring Play as Renewal – inviting residents, families and associates to reset through music and other multi-sensory experiences to ease stress and reawaken the rhythms that keep our days feeling bright and grounded.
Join us January 22 for our first Power of Play signature experience of 2026. 🎶 Rhythms of Renewal 🎶 is a shared experience of drumming, movement, and sound healing to awaken joy, deepen connection, and support well-being! 🪘🥁
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🎶 Far more than entertainment, music is a lifeline for people on the dementia journey. It’s one of the most powerful tools we have for communication, connection, and emotional well-being. Even as memory shifts and language changes, the brain’s musical pathways often remain intact longer than other cognitive systems. A familiar melody can spark recognition, soothe anxiety, energize a sluggish afternoon, or open a door to conversation that words alone can no longer reach.
See how at Artis, music is a form of care disguised as play – and learn 10 musical activities families can enjoy during visits!
artisseniorliving.com/blog/why-music-is-instrumental-for-people-living-with-dementia/
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Happy New Year from our Artis family to yours!
As we welcome a brand-new year, we pause with grateful hearts to reflect on the moments that mattered most: shared laughter, meaningful connections, small victories, and the everyday joys that make our community feel like home.
To our residents, families, team members, and partners, thank you for being part of our journey. Your trust, love, and support shape everything we do.
Here’s to a year filled with warmth, purpose, new memories, and continued moments of connection. We’re so grateful to walk into this new chapter together.
Happy New Year!
— The Artis Senior Living of Potomac Team
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Play engages the brain in uniquely powerful ways – supporting cognitive function, boosting mood, and building social connection.
In 2026, we’re bringing inspired well-being to new heights at Artis by weaving even more purposeful play into daily life, from care to mealtime to life enrichment programs and more.
Stay tuned for a year filled of play and purpose – and find out more about the science behind the Power of Play here: artisseniorliving.com/blog/artis-senior-living-launches-the-power-of-play/
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🎊 🍾 As the year ends, we’re holding close the moments that made us smile and the people who made us feel at home.
Here’s to the new year – filled with laughter, light, and purpose.
From all of us at Artis, Happy 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣❗️💙
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