Creative Arts Programs for Seniors in Retirement

Art is a powerful healing practice for seniors, especially those in assisted living care. Art therapy and creative art programs are often used in retirement communities as a fun and effective way for seniors to be involved in their community and indulge in a creative pursuit. Whether you are a practicing artist or looking to take up a new hobby, creative arts programs are great for all seniors in retirement! 

Whether physical, intellectual, spiritual, or social, MorningStar’s Life Enrichment Teams present creative ways for seniors to stay active and productive. Monthly, the Life Enrichment Teams at MorningStar Senior Live Portland plan fun and engaging art activities. Recently, residents at one of our sister communities enjoyed a watercolor class. Keep reading to understand the benefits creative arts programs can bring to senior living. 

 Art therapies like painting, drawing, or working with clay offer many benefits for seniors. Artistic pursuits that are calming and collaborative promote emotional resilience, enhance social skills, and improve cognitive functions. Working with the hands is a very important part of the artistic process and helps to calm the mind. At MorningStar Assisted Living Portland, our community offers a mix of art therapy and other creative activities that stimulate the mind, body, and spirit through a holistic approach.

Other creative arts for seniors include creative writing, reading groups, woodworking, mosaics, and so much more. Access to these classes and activities enhances a senior’s quality of life. If you are a caregiver to a senior, or considering assisted living options near you, be sure to consider the benefits of art therapy when looking for senior care. If caring for a senior at home, take the time to supply them with different artistic modes of expression, or offer to take them to a community-led senior art class. 

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We have an unmatched commitment to the well-being of our assisted living residents at MorningStar at Laurelhurst. We offer round-the-clock support for their activities of daily living, empowering them to maintain their independence. With compassion, our care managers provide medication management and access to licensed nurses. Our retirement communities are thoughtfully crafted with luxury amenities, hospitality services, and wellness programs that nurture new interests, hobbies, and individual needs.

Contact us today at (971) 544-8100 To learn more about MorningStar at Laurelhurst and the outstanding care practices within our senior living and memory care communities. Our staff is happy to answer any questions you have. Our website also provides information on our company’s history, vision, mission, and what sets us apart from other retirement homes in Portland, Oregon.