New Senior Living Experience is First in Baltimore Area to offer Art and Education Focus with Robust Activities Program
OWINGS MILLS, MD — Atrium Village, the new rental senior living community in Owings Mills, Maryland has announced it is in final completion of a $13 million renovation which will offer a unique senior living experience in the Baltimore, Maryland area. The residences are part of a new trend in senior living which integrates an enriching and engaging lifestyle with unique art and lifelong learning experiences combined with a robust activities program. Construction and design have been completed on 187 new Independent Living apartments, 58 Assisted Living, and 20 Memory Care residences.
The unique rental model at Atrium Village is appealing to seniors because there are no entry or buy-in fees, or a commitment of retirement assets as with most senior living communities. The cost of an apartment, dining options, all activities, fitness, and other services are included in the monthly lease.
The modernization of Atrium Village has completely reimagined the property and buildings into a new continuum of care retirement community offering a personalized living experience for residents who have a passion for community life. Situated on more than seven acres of lush greenery, Atrium Village leads the Baltimore area with one of the most significant renovations of any senior living community. The renovation is part of a 20-year anniversary transformation to create a next generation senior living experience incorporating new modern architecture and elegant design with a welcoming hospitality focus.
The interior corridors, lobby, and common areas have been remodeled with new materials and finishes, creating a contemporary space with a high-end hospitality vibe. The community features an array of new services and upscale amenities in addition to two restaurant-style dining venues and two new bistros, a library, wellness center, salon, art studio, game room and cards room, a hospitality lounge, movie theater and family center.
An exclusive suite of artwork of more than 115 pieces chosen from more than 30,000 images enhance each of the living areas. The collection includes colorful aspirational and inspirational pieces of art, from impressionist paintings to objects, places, and vibrant flowers. Forty photographs of historic locations and landmarks throughout Baltimore are placed throughout the community.
A unique glass showpiece in the Atrium Village lobby on the fireplace stone wall was commissioned by Baltimore native Tim McFadden of McFadden Glass. The sculpture is from McFadden’s “Anemone” series and is comprised of ten glass wall plates which give the feeling of movement even though they are still. Once illuminated, the shadows from the transparency give the illusion of an underwater seascape.
Atrium Village Active Lifestyle for Independent Living
Atrium Village caters to seniors seeking an active lifestyle in both its independent and assisted living communities. The robust activities program includes essentially every option to enrich residents’ learning, creativity, wellness, and mental health. From visits to art galleries, virtual travel and recreational outings to community exploration, fitness, and leadership initiatives, Atrium Village offers a personalized approach to each resident’s desire for engagement. Activities include:
• Culture & the Arts
• Leadership & Volunteerism
• Lecture & Learning
• Movement & Mind
• Recreation & Entertainment
• Spiritual Health & Religion
• Travel & Outdoor Experiences
Atrium Village Art Experience Program
Residents will enjoy the new Art Experience Program at Atrium Village which includes the new art studio offering creative activities, such as painting and drawing classes, artist talks and events, opportunities to participate in glassblowing classes, and a beautiful gallery of art adorning the walls throughout the community.
As part of the new Art Experience Program, Atrium Village has partnered with Art with A Heart to conduct a weekly residency program bringing visual art classes to the community. The partnership with Art with a Heart involves programs for residents to work on local community projects in the Atrium Village art studio and at Art with a Heart’s studio in Baltimore. As part of the Art Experience Program, residents enjoy trips to McFadden Glass to learn the skill of glassblowing and create handblown glass art.
Atrium Village Continuing Education Program for Lifelong Learning
Atrium Village has partnered with the Community College of Baltimore County on weekly instructor-led classes. Currently classes are held via zoom and will move to once per week in person at the College beginning in January 2022. Residents will receive a Certificate of Completion in Continuing Education at the end of each semester. As part of the Lifelong Learning Program, each week residents participate in TED Talks specifically curated and personalized to their individual interests. Following the TED Talks, residents interact with one another in engaging discussion sessions.
About Senior Lifestyle Corporation
Atrium Village is managed by Senior Lifestyle which offers a host of unique and highly awarded programs for residents. Senior Lifestyle, founded in 1985, is a privately held, owner-operator and developer of seniors housing communities. With a portfolio of 122 communities located throughout 24 states, Senior Lifestyle offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing for the luxury, moderate and affordable segments. Senior Lifestyle has been routinely recognized as a leader in the delivery of innovative programs and hospitality services for all levels of care. For more information, visit seniorlifestyle.com.
