Enrichment

Residential Care at Sheltering Arms offers more than caring support. A variety of mentally, physically, and socially stimulating activities take place daily in our various living rooms and porches.

Enrichment for Sheltering Arms Residents:

Memory Enhancers

Lifelong learning and brain fitness
Coffee & News Talk
Current Events
Brain Aerobics
Concentration, How Many Words

Social Engagement and Fun

Wii Bowling
Wheel of Fortune, Alphabet Trivia, BINGO
Pet Visits with Bella
Ice Cream Social
Outdoor Barbecues/Picnics
Saturday Game Night
Resident Council

Physical Activity

Daily Chair Exercise
Walking Club

Inspiration and Spirituality

Church Service/Communion Service
Rosary
Hymn Sing

Creative Expression and Arts

Crafts
Painting the Seasons
Stitch in Time Quilting
Karaoke
Cooking

Entertainment/Out-trips

Local “Private” entertainers
The Singing Troubadour
Spitten’ Image

Weekly shopping outings (Wal-Mart, Target, Christmas Tree Shop)

Holiday Lights Fantasia

Health and Wellness

Chair Massage with Dawn
Pretty Nails

Experience and Compassion

At Sheltering Arms, our residents enjoy the expertise of some of the most talented and dedicated health care professionals in Eastern Connecticut. We believe in high standards and are proud of the reputation for excellence that we have achieved.

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“Sheltering Arms meets all my needs. A beautiful and convenient location to my Alma Mater, churches and neighborhood lend to a great environment.” – Resident

“I liked that Mom had the ability to live in a nice environment, she was served good meals in a nice dining area and was given all meds…daily to take at proper times. The staff was very kind and accountable and was genuinely interested in my mother’s care.” – Family Member

“I liked the home-like atmosphere, not like an institution, everyone was on a first-name basis with residents and was warm and friendly to visitors as well as residents.” – Family Member

“I liked the freedom to come and go at will.” – Resident