Posted on April 30, 2015 by Admin
Connecting with nature; it’s why we travel to reach a mountaintop, or go camping in the woods – or simply relax on our back porch. Being in nature is something we crave as humans, not only because of its beauty, but also its affect on our mood and well-being.
Thanks to a few nature-minded staff members and residents at Atria Fairhaven, the community now boasts their very own Certified Wildlife Habitat site®. (more…)
Category: Our Team, We ♥ Pets
Tags: Atria Fairhaven
Posted on August 26, 2014 by Admin
It’s National Dog Day! We’d like to give a special bark-out to the 854 pups who call Atria home. The best friends of our residents are best friends of ours!
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Category: We ♥ Pets
Tags: Infographic, National Dog Day
Posted on August 18, 2014 by Admin
In the animal kingdom, birds rank near the top when it comes to smarts. Their capacity for learning and inquisitive nature makes them a fascinating, captivating pet. Birds that are bonded with their owners constantly learn from the person’s behavior, and often delight them with surprisingly human-like antics. Think about it: When is the last time a dog looked up at you and said “Hello”?
According to Atria Carmichael Oaks resident Doris G., there’s nothing like coming home to Gypsy, an African Grey Parrot, who has been greeting her with a big “Hello” or “How are you?” for the past 23 years. (more…)
Category: We ♥ Pets
Tags: Atria Carmichael Oaks, Pets
Posted on June 26, 2014 by Admin
Since the days of Herodotus (1 B.C.), tales of a mythical Fountain of Youth have captivated us, so much so that modern doctors and scientists have spent billions of dollars on the quest to develop solutions for reversing the traces of aging.
So, what if feeling younger was simpler than the tricks medical science has offered in the past 50 years?
What if it was as simple as caring for a pet? (more…)
Category: We ♥ Pets
Tags: Atria Darien
Posted on May 27, 2014 by Admin
Westminster Kennel Club has nothing on Atria Seville. The community hosts an annual Dog Day Afternoon Dog Show, a unique event that gives owners a chance to show off their four-legged friends. (more…)
Category: We ♥ Pets
Tags: Atria Seville
Posted on May 13, 2014 by Admin
A recent article references a study that found that owning a pet – specifically a dog – could greatly improve one’s health.
Here’s how. (more…)
Category: News In Aging, We ♥ Pets
Tags: Atria Harborhill, pet therapy, We Love Pets
Posted on April 6, 2014 by Admin
Turtles, lizards, snakes, frogs. You name it – Jungle Bob has it all! At least once a year, Atria South Setauket in New York ramps up for a visit with Jungle Bob. (more…)
Category: Active Aging, We ♥ Pets
Tags: Atria South Setauket, We Love Pets
Posted on February 20, 2014 by Admin
Here at Atria, we talk frequently about the importance of social living and of being surrounded by friends with common interests.
This doesn’t mean all of those friends are necessarily people.
Meet Atria Windsor Woods resident Dovie S. and her pet bird, Crystal. (more…)
Category: We ♥ Pets
Tags: Atria Windsor Woods, We Love Pets
Posted on January 31, 2014 by Admin
When JJ and Paddy visit Atria Del Rey, it’s nothing short of a magical experience. The two are not your typical visitors. In fact, they are not your typical horses either. They are actually miniature ponies AND registered therapy pets! (more…)
Category: We ♥ Pets
Tags: Atria Del Rey
Posted on November 1, 2013 by Admin
Not all senior living providers offer pet-friendly communities, so when potential customers visit, they like hearing that their animal friends are welcome at Atria. (more…)
Category: We ♥ Pets
Tags: Pets
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