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
Artis Voices/Artis Resident Choir, Garden Club, Partnership with Alliance Pet Therapy
Families Love
Family/Resident Party, Outdoor Concerts, Luau
Lifelong Learning Favorites
Lectures with Evan Weiner, Lifelong Learners
Preferred Arts & Crafts Programs
Paint and Sip, Still Life Drawing, Seasonal Centerpieces
Causes We Support
Humane Society, Alzheimer’s Association
Popular Spiritual Programs
Weekly Rosary/Rosary with Vicki, Resident-Led Bible Study
Favorite Fitness Classes
Jamming with Jenn, Fitness with Stuart
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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🍦 Happy National Ice Cream Day! 🍦
Sensory experiences — taste, smell, touch — are especially powerful for people living with dementia, often unlocking joy and connection in a way beyond words. Sounds like the perfect reason to host an ice cream social. 😍
We’d love for you to come by and scoop up some joy with us!
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🎶I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!!🎶
We went out to Cold Stone Creamery last week and each got our favorite flavors ❤️
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🐥💛 We were treated to a very special visit from The Zen Hens Therapy Chickens , led by recent high school graduate Cade Freehill!
Our residents had the opportunity to hold and pet adorable 2-month-old silkie chickens—and even meet a precious 4-day-old duckling! 🐣 The fluffy silkies, complete with their sweet little bows, quickly stole everyone's hearts.
Cade and his dedicated volunteers have lovingly raised these animals from eggs and trained them as therapy pets to bring what they call "calm clucks." Their visit brought smiles, laughter, comfort, and so many wonderful moments for everyone who attended.
A heartfelt thank you to Cade and the Zen Hens for sharing these amazing animals with our community. We are so grateful for your visit and wish you all the best as you begin your college journey this fall! 🎓💙
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Please join us in celebrating our Positive Partners of the Month for June and July, Shanta and Joy! 🌟💙
Shanta, our longtime Coordinator of Health & Wellness, is known for her calm, caring, and positive attitude. She provides comfort and reassurance to our residents, families, and fellow team members every day. She is also an incredible team player, always willing to step in to cover open shifts and lend a hand wherever she's needed.
Joy, one of our wonderful Culinary Services Assistants, has quickly become an invaluable part of our team. Her creativity shines through in the beautiful birthday desserts she prepares for our residents and the delicious treats she creates for our afternoon social hours. She is hardworking, dependable, and always willing to pick up extra shifts to support her department.
Thank you, Shanta and Joy, for your dedication, compassion, and the positive impact you make in our community each and every day. We are so grateful to have you on our team! 💐👏
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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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There was no shortage of purrs and smiles when our friends from Rock n’ Rescue brought a litter of adorable kittens to visit our community! 🐱💕
From sweet Siamese kittens to playful little escape artists wriggling out of their cozy "purr-ito" blankets, every kitten had a personality all its own. Some of our residents had the magic touch, gently rocking their furry companions right to sleep in their arms, while others laughed as the more rambunctious kittens explored every lap and blanket they could find.
These special visits are a win-win. The kittens benefit from important socialization through gentle handling and affection, and our residents enjoy all the comfort, joy, and laughter that comes from cuddling these precious fur balls. Thank you, Rock n’ Rescue, for sharing these little bundles of happiness with us! ❤️🐾
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Relaxing and enjoying lunch in a beautiful setting ☀️
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Caroline loved the beautiful mountains we passed by on our river cruise! ⛰️
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Today we joined our friends at Artis Senior Living of Briarcliff Manor for a Hudson River cruise with New York Boat Company! We had an absolutely delightful time, soaking up the views, breeze, and beautiful weather! What better way to spend a Friday afternoon than picnicking in the middle of the Hudson River? We even saw an eagles nest 🦅 and had some guided information from the captain about what we were looking at over the waves!
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