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, February 23, 2026
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Friday, February 27, 2026
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Featured Events
Wednesday, March 25
2:00 – 3:00 pm ET/1:00 – 2:00 pm CT
Artis Virtual Workshop for Families
In dementia care, play can be a powerful way to connect. In this family-focused webinar, dementia trainer and consultant Rebekah Wilson, MSW, shares how everyday interactions can become opportunities for engagement and joy.
Through real-life examples, you’ll discover how small shifts in your approach can strengthen your relationship with your loved one – and come away feeling more confident and equipped with practical tools to create calmer, more meaningful moments together.
Residents Love
1-1 Resident Sessions, Tie Blanket Program
Families Love
Musical Events
Lifelong Learning Favorites
History, Geography
Preferred Arts & Crafts Programs
Painting, Decoupage, Woodworking
Causes We Support
Alzheimer’s Association, Furry Friends
Popular Spiritual Programs
Catholic Communion
Favorite Fitness Classes
Chair Dancing, Walking Groups
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.
We’ll have an even better time if you’re here. Join us for an event.
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Winter has certainly upped the ante this time! ❄️❄️❄️ Rest assured, families – while you are dealing with the challenges of another winter storm, it’s care-plus-play as usual here at Artis. We are safe and sound, with all the caring associates, comfort food, and fun we need right here. 💙💙💙
As always, we’re just a phone call away – we will see you when you can safely visit!
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Associate Appreciation Day is coming up March 6. Of course, we need WAY more than a day to express gratitude for our thoughtful team – so we’re celebrating for a whole week! Each day during Artis Color Week, associates are invited to sport a special hue and make our community even brighter! 🌈
Residents and families are welcome to play along. So bring the color, bring the fun and show Team Artis just how grateful we are for their care and compassion! 💛❤️💚💙🩷💜
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⭐️Congratulations to our Positive Partner of the Month, Allison!⭐️
Allison is a bundle of sunshine and energy rolled into one wonderful care partner. She is always willing to go the extra mile and lend a helping hand, including sharing her talents in the community center. Thank you, Allison, for all that you do here at Artis West Shore!
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💕Our Hearts and Hands Valentine event was a triumph of love and connection! We created, laughed, and savored sweet treats together! It was an afternoon that radiated joy, warmth, and heartfelt moments! May you feel the love from Artis West Shore! 💋
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💗 This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating love in all its forms – tender, playful, and beautifully human. Here’s a little poem for our residents, families, and associates.
Roses are red,
Our logo is blue,
There’s nowhere more joyful
Than Artis with you.
There’s laughter at breakfast,
And dancing at noon,
Someone’s requesting
That Elvis song soon.
Care partners appear
With a smile right on cue,
And somehow remember
You like extra juice.
We celebrate stories,
We celebrate snacks,
We celebrate moments
That keep giving back.
To residents we cherish,
To associates we adore
You’re the reason love lives
In these halls evermore.
So here’s to this place
Where big hearts stay true
Happy Valentine’s Day
We truly love you.
#ValentinesDay
#AllTogether
#TheArtisWay
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🎉 We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate our Positive Partner of the Year for 2025, Lily! 🎉
We have countless wonderful things to share about this ⭐️SPECIAL⭐️ young lady.
Lily is an outstanding Life Enrichment Assistant who radiates warmth, laughter, kindness, and joy to our community!
The residents, families, and associates alike hold her in the highest esteem and appreciation, and we feel truly blessed to have her by our side. Thank you, Lily for demonstrating the Artis Way everyday!
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