Life Enrichment
Creating days filled with engagement, purpose, and delight.
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
Featured Events
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12
6:30 – 7:30 pm ET/5:30 – 6:30 PM CT
A Special Artis Virtual Event
The five senses are our “personal computer” that help us process the world around us – and play a huge role in our communication and our comfort. Join us as Alzheimer’s Speaks founder and influencer Lori La Bey discusses how to identify and understand sensory triggers, situational reactions, and the core emotions tied to them in order to develop a sensory care plan that promotes a less stressful, more joyful life for people with dementia.
What’s going on this week:
Week of Events
Columbus Day
Columbus Day
Columbus Day
Columbus Day
Columbus Day
Morning Music
Morning Music
Morning Music
Morning Music
Morning Music
Walking Club
Walking Club
Walking Club
Story in Song and Dance ~ Halloween and it’s History w/ Victor
Story in Song and Dance ~ Halloween and it’s History w/ Victor
Story in Song and Dance ~ Halloween and it’s History w/ Victor
Story in Song and Dance ~ Halloween and it’s History w/ Victor
Daily Chronicles
Discussion: The Journey of Christopher Columbus — Discoveries and Challenges
Discussion: The Journey of Christopher Columbus — Discoveries and Challenges
Discussion: The Journey of Christopher Columbus — Discoveries and Challenges
Discussion: The Journey of Christopher Columbus — Discoveries and Challenges
Lifelong Learning: Exploration and its impact on Culture
Lifelong Learning: Exploration and its impact on Culture
Lifelong Learning: Exploration and its impact on Culture
Lifelong Learning: Exploration and its impact on Culture
Happy Hour & Talk: Personal Stories of Adventure or Travel
Happy Hour & Talk: Personal Stories of Adventure or Travel
Happy Hour & Talk: Personal Stories of Adventure or Travel
Happy Hour & Talk: Personal Stories of Adventure or Travel
YT Movie: The Sea Hawk (1940)
YT Movie: The Sea Hawk (1940)
YT Movie: The Sea Hawk (1940)
YT Movie: The Sea Hawk (1940)
Morning Music
Morning Music
Morning Music
Morning Music
Walking Club
Walking Club
Walking Club
Bird Watchers Club
Morning Movement
Daily Chronicles
Educational Session: Historical Myths and Legends
Educational Session: Historical Myths and Legends
Educational Session: Historical Myths and Legends
Educational Session: Historical Myths and Legends
Games: Myth or Fact
Games: Myth or Fact
Games: Myth or Fact
Games: Myth or Fact
Happy Hour: Share Myths and Legends that your grew up with
Happy Hour: Share Myths and Legends that your grew up with
Happy Hour: Share Myths and Legends that your grew up with
Happy Hour: Share Myths and Legends that your grew up with
YT Movie: Magnificent Doll (1946)
YT Movie: Magnificent Doll (1946)
YT Movie: Magnificent Doll (1946)
YT Movie: Magnificent Doll (1946)
Morning Music
Morning Music
Morning Music
Walking Club
Walking Club
Range of Motion Stretching
Range of Motion Stretching
Range of Motion Stretching
Discussion: Monsters in Folklore – From Werewolves to Vampires
Discussion: Monsters in Folklore – From Werewolves to Vampires
Discussion: Monsters in Folklore – From Werewolves to Vampires
Daily Chronicles
Educational: Women Who Shaped History
Educational: Women Who Shaped History
Educational: Women Who Shaped History
BCAT: Memory Match
BCAT: Memory Match
BCAT: Memory Match
Kickball w/ Music
Kickball w/ Music
Kickball w/ Music
Happy Hour: Jazz and Blues Music from the 1920s
Happy Hour: Jazz and Blues Music from the 1920s
Happy Hour: Jazz and Blues Music from the 1920s
Reminisce: Your Favorite Pets
Reminisce: Your Favorite Pets
Reminisce: Your Favorite Pets
YT Movie: The Littlest Hobo (1958)
YT Movie: The Littlest Hobo (1958)
YT Movie: The Littlest Hobo (1958)
Morning Music
Morning Music
Walking Club
Seated Tai-Chi with Cool-down Stretching
Seated Tai-Chi with Cool-down Stretching
Discussion: Bizarre Halloween traditions
Discussion: Bizarre Halloween traditions
Daily Chronicles
Pumpkin Bowling
Pumpkin Bowling
Games: Halloween Pictionary
Games: Halloween Pictionary
Happy Hour: Classic Halloween Movie Clips
Happy Hour: Classic Halloween Movie Clips
Lifelong Learning: How Halloween has Evolved over the Years
Lifelong Learning: How Halloween has Evolved over the Years
YT Movie: Sherlock Holmes | Terror By Night (1946)
YT Movie: Sherlock Holmes | Terror By Night (1946)
Morning Music
Walking Club
Morning Movement
Discussion: Famous Monsters
Name that Monster
Daily Chronicles
Educational Session: The Science of Fright
Cover the Number Dice Game
Guess the Halloween Sound
Happy Hour: Classic Monster Movie Themes
Spooky Word Games: Hangman / Wordle
YT Movie: Red Planet Mars 1952
Morning Music
Walking Club
Virtual Synagogue
Chair Yoga
Daily Chronicles
Games: Storytelling ~ Create a Ghost Story Together
Lifelong Learning: Exploring Ghost Towns and Their History
Happy Hour: Read Ghost Story That We have Crafted
YT Movie: It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (1966)
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.
Artis Postcards
Assisted letter-writing sessions help residents stay connected with family and friends.
“I always wanted to paint more … now I paint every day.”
– Sal L.
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Wishing all who celebrate a Yom Kippur filled with reflection, atonement and renewal.✡️
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We had a fantastic time celebrating Oktoberfest this past week! 🍻 It was a great opportunity to connect with our partners BAYADA Home Health Care and Capital City Nurses to enjoy some delicious food and drinks.
We also held a successful town hall meeting with families, discussing important topics and sharing ideas for our future. Thank you to everyone who joined us! Let’s keep the momentum going! #TheArtisWay
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Sending wishes for new beginnings, togetherness, and hope in the year ahead. Have a sweet and joyful Rosh Hashanah. 🍯 🍎
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October is National Physical Therapy Month!
Physical Therapists play a key role in helping us heal 🙆, keep moving🚶, and maintain strength and balance. 💪
We are grateful for your healing touch. 🫶
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✨ Positive Partner of the Month: Wende ✨
It’s an absolute honor to recognize Wende Oubdu as our Positive Partner of the Month. Her compassion and genuine care for others go far beyond her daily tasks. Wende’s beautiful soul touches the hearts of everyone she encounters, creating an atmosphere of warmth, kindness, and joy. Her ability to make people feel seen and valued is truly a gift, and bringing smiles to both residents and staff seems second nature to her. Wende, you are the embodiment of what it means to serve with love, and we are incredibly grateful to walk alongside you.
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It's National Clergy Appreciation Month! Faith plays such an important role in many of our residents' lifelong identity – so thank you to all the spiritual leaders who help them continue to celebrate their faith today.
We are grateful for your comfort, support and dedication to our residents' well-being! 🙏
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