Atria Grand Oaks

01/02/2025

Hanukkah Sameach!

As Hanukkah comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the joy this special season brought to our communities. Residents came together to light the menorah and enjoy traditional treats and games.

Here's to a season filled with peace, happiness and togetherness. 🕎

📸: Atria Seville, Atria North Point, Atria East Northport, Atria Bay Spring Village

01/01/2025

Happy New Year! 🥂

We welcomed 2025 in style, with parties, toasts and friends. From countdowns to music and dancing, it was a joyful way to kick off the year. We can't wait to share more amazing moments with all of you this year!

📸: Atria Lincoln Place, Atria Park of Vintage Hills, Atria Tarzana, Atria Park of Glen Ellyn, Atria Willow Park, Atria Woodlands

01/01/2025

A Happy New Year from Atria Grand Oaks! Residents welcomed 2025 with a New Year's Eve Casino Night and a "New York" Style Countdown. We wish everyone a year ahead full of health, happiness, and blessings! ✨ 🥂 🎉

12/31/2024

What a year! ✨

We stayed busy, made friends and laughed a whole lot. We’re taking a look back at all the fun we had in 2024.

🎤 Atria Park of Glen Ellyn sang together
☀️ Atria Forest Hills played outside
💃 Atria Tamalpais Creek expressed themselves through dance
🌴 Atria Chandler Villas had a taste of the tropics
🇺🇸 Atria Park of Vintage Hills tuned in for the Olympic games
📚 Atria at Foster Square read good books
🏈 Atria Willow Park enjoyed friendly competition
🗿 Atria Newport Beach explored art galleries
and ☺ Atria Del Sol made friends

As we say goodbye to 2024, we’re excited to see what 2025 holds!

12/30/2024

Happy 75th Wedding Anniversary! 💍🎉

Rose and Joe have built a beautiful life together, filled with love, understanding and countless memories. From running their butcher shop to sharing quiet moments at home, their relationship has been grounded in trust, faith and patience.

Their advice to young couples: "Have understanding and trust, learn to forgive and have faith. If you have problems, sit down and talk to each other."

They've shared laughs, memories and funny moments – like their wedding day being followed by a full day of work at the butcher shop! 🥩😄

We’re so grateful Rose and Joe chose Atria Park of Glen Ellyn as their home.

12/29/2024

🎄 It’s the most wonderful time of the year! 🎄

Celebrating the holiday season with friends brought so much warmth and cheer to our communities. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined in making this holiday season extra merry and bright!

📸: Atria Forest Hills, Atria Sunnyvale, Atria Willow Park, Atria Grass Valley, Atria Summit Ridge, Atria Lincoln Place, Atria North Point, Atria Darien

12/26/2024

One of our favorite classes is Boxing for Balance with Dean! Residents get a full body workout while learning simple boxing moves. We love trying something new! This is just one of the many types of classes we offer for daily exercise.

12/26/2024

🎨 Meet Joan, a talented artist and resident at Atria Rocklin! With a lifetime of painting experience and a love for teaching, Joan has brought her passion for art into her community. Her creative journey began as a young girl inspired by nature's beauty, which continues to fuel her work today. Joan loves sharing her techniques, encouragement and laughter with fellow residents.

Her advice to young artists? "Be happy with your art even if it's not perfect because perfect will come with hard work." We’re thrilled to see the joy and calm painting brings to Joan and how it inspires everyone around her!

12/24/2024

We embraced the seasonal spirit with holiday crafts! Residents gathered to make festive decorations, filling our spaces with creativity and joy.

Thank you to everyone who participated in making our community feel warm and festive this season! 🎨🎄

📸: Atria Chandler Villas, Atria Marland Place, Atria Newport Plaza, Atria Park of Ann Arbor

12/23/2024

We believe that people belong together, and nothing proves that more than seeing the joy that comes when new friendships form!

We love seeing the connections that develop at Atria Park of Ann Arbor during their "Speed Friending" program each month. It has become such a fun way for residents and staff throughout the building to connect with each other!

"I like to meet new people, and having the question prompts helps the conversation," shares Carol, one of the resident participants. "I've made a new friend through the process. We eat dinner together now!"

12/20/2024

Feliz Navidad! Mele Kalikimaka! Frohe Weihnachten! Merry Christmas! Residents went to the Reagan Library to see the Christmas Trees from all around the world. It was a special way to learn about holiday traditions in different countries while having some fun! 🎄 🎅 🐴

12/20/2024

We are proud to share that Caring.com has honored 24 Atria-managed communities with a 2025 Caring Star Award, including 10 Atria Senior Living communities. This distinction is based solely on the reviews of seniors and their families on Caring.com. We want to thank the entire Atria team for consistently making our communities the best places to call home!

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12/19/2024

✨🎄 We had a wonderful time at our Jingle & Mingle Social Series event! Residents gathered in their festive attire, sipping hot cocoa and singing along to beloved holiday tunes.

It was an unforgettable celebration of community, friendship and the season’s sweetest treats! 🎶🍪

📸: Atria Newport Beach, Atria Cutter Mill, Atria Del Rey, Atria Carrollton, Atria North Point, Atria Darien, Atria Del Sol, Atria Forest Hills, Atria Rancho Mirage, Atria Oakridge

12/18/2024

We can do it! 💪

The ladies of Atria Park of Vintage Hills donned the iconic polka-dot bandanas of Rosie the Riveter for their Women's Equality Day celebration. Residents and employees got together to share their favorite quotes from female role models and to celebrate the strength, resilience and determination of women.

You go, girls!

12/17/2024

From smart home assistants to wearable health trackers, today's technology offers amazing tools for older adults looking to stay safe, healthy and connected.

Our Caregiver's Guide blog explores essential tech devices that make life easier and more convenient for seniors, with features like voice controls, medical alerts and virtual social connections. Read more:

Innovations are transforming senior safety, fitness and connection. Learn how the latest technologies encourage activity and combat loneliness in seniors.

12/16/2024

A very Merry Christmas from Atria Grand Oaks! Residents and their families celebrated the holiday season with a brunch buffet, Christmas Carolers, and a visit from Santa Claus! Wishing everyone a healthy, happy, joyous season!

12/16/2024

It was a full house at Atria North Point's resident talent show!

Musicians, singers, actors and poets all took the stage to show off their skills and entertain their fellow residents.

"I had so much fun as master of ceremony," shares Sheila, who also delighted fellow residents with her rendition of Summertime from Gershwin's "Porgy and Bess." Sheila has years of performing under her belt and was keen to help organize the event.

"My favorite performance was by Ila, one of my neighbors, who played the piano beautifully," she adds. "And there's no slowing us down. Stay tuned for another well-attended show in early 2025!"

What an amazing group of talented people all in the same community. Bravo!

12/13/2024

🎵 Come and knock on our door! 🎶

Throwback alert! Atria Newport Beach hosted a Three's Company-inspired bash, and it was a hit! "Mrs. Roper Takes Over Atria" had residents and staff dressed in their best retro caftans and bold red wigs to channel the iconic character.

A big thank you to everyone who participated and made it an unforgettable evening full of laughs, music and vintage style!

12/13/2024

We had a wonderful time at our Jingle and Mingle Social Series event! Residents enjoyed a visit from Santa Claus, a hot cocoa bar, and singing along to beloved holiday tunes. It was an unforgettable celebration of community, friendship, and some of the season's sweetest treats! ✨ 🎄

12/12/2024

We put our brains together for a day of creativity and sharing during our Community Learning Fair. The knowledge and know-how of our employees and residents wowed us!

❄️ Atria Willow Glen took a winter floral arrangement class
🕺 Atria Forest Hills learned some dance moves
🎨 Memory care residents at Atria Newport Beach discovered a new painting technique
🧶 Atria Del Sol held a resident-led crochet workshop
☕️ Atria Park of Vintage Hills mixed their own custom tea blends
🧣 Residents dyed their own silk scarves at Atria Woodlands

We love seeing so many amazing talents and skills on display!

12/10/2024

"Creating art makes me feel focused and in charge of my life," shares William, a resident of Atria Stamford. "I feel I am using the special ability I was given to express myself and I hope my art prompts other people to be excited about visually exploring this visual world!"

A retired professor of fine arts with experience teaching drawing, etching, watercolor, woodblock, lithography, graphic design and more, William continues pursuing his passion through painting. "I would encourage other artists to keep working. And when an idea is worth risking – do it!"

"I believe that artists should work as long as possible," he shares from his studio, surrounded by paint and works in progress. "I'm pleased that I'm producing images that I believe are honest to my life journey. Older adults are full of life passions. Channel them into your artwork!"

12/06/2024

A snippet from some of our outings this week! Residents went on a scenic drive to the beach (it's not too late to catch some sun!), and went to the movie theater to see Wicked (because everyone deserves a chance to fly!) 💚 ☀️ 🌊 ✨

12/06/2024

Residents at Atria Lincoln Place are getting their workouts in. 💪

Swimming, total body conditioning, stretch bands, Pilates and Barre, oh my! Just take a look at this sporty and photogenic crew. Talk about goals!

12/05/2024

Meet Dick, Patty and Judy from Atria Merrimack Place! 🌟

These three residents share a special bond dating back to their teenage years. Husband and wife, Dick and Patty, are high school sweethearts. Patty's childhood friend Judy reunited with the couple when she moved into their community.

Recently visited by cheerleaders and football players from their alma mater, Dick fondly remembers his days as captain of the Newburyport High School football team, especially the camaraderie and victories over their rival Amesbury. Patty fondly recalls cheering on the team with Judy.

When asked about living in the same community as their best friends, Judy shared, “It’s just amazing. Patty and I have been friends since first grade, and we’ve shared so much over the years. Now we get to enjoy every day together again, just like when we were young.”

12/01/2024

Wrapping up the month of November with a Fall Craft Studio making fabric pumpkins! Such a fun, simple way to bring the season - and friendships - closer! 🍁🍂

11/24/2024

This Thanksgiving, we are grateful for all the residents, families, and team members that make Atria Grand Oaks so special! This weekend we celebrated early with an elegant Thanksgiving brunch featuring mimosas, live entertainment, and a buffet with traditional and innovative holiday favorites!

11/17/2024

Our ladies enjoyed a special flower arranging class led by friend of the community Debbie! They practiced making beautiful, lasting arrangements to add a lovely touch to their apartments. "Flowers are like friends, they bring color to your world."

11/12/2024

Wishing you a Happy Veterans Day from Atria Grand Oaks! Yesterday we honored the 15 veterans that reside in our community with a Veterans Day lunch and program. Each veteran received special recognition and a time to reminisce as we sang patriotic songs. It was a wonderful day of coming together to show our love for our country and for those who serve! 🇺🇸 ❤️ 🤍 💙

11/10/2024

Enjoying the autumn season through creative endeavors! Tonight, residents used decoupage to put pressed flowers onto decorative pumpkins. A great way to unwind and enjoy the season 🍁🤍

11/02/2024

A magical visit to the Griffith Observatory today! Residents saw beautiful views of Los Angeles, gazed at the stars in the planetarium, and learned all about the vastness of our universe!

11/01/2024

Our community had a frightfully fun Halloween celebration 🎃👻

Residents and staff got into the spirit with creative costumes, festive decorations, pumpkin carving, and plenty of sweet treats!

It was a wonderful time for everyone to come together and enjoy some Halloween magic.

10/25/2024

Who doesn’t love getting lost in a good book? Our Novels and Nosh Social Series event was a hit, bringing our resident bookworms together to enjoy stories, snacks, and friendship!

Residents engaged in a “Blind Date with a Book” activity - diving into surprise new books over afternoon tea and treats!

10/17/2024

A wonderful evening of music, dancing, family and fun at our Fall Season Painting Event! Residents enjoyed music by Jerome Dean, hor d'oeuves, and special moments with their loved ones. It was truly a night to cherish!

10/12/2024

We honor and remember the Jewish holiday, Yom Kippur, with a special Shabbat Service called the Kol Nidre led the sunset of Yom Kippur eve. Residents of all backgrounds gathered together in the spirit of friendship and peace to enter into the new year.

10/10/2024

Autumn is in the air! Today we made Fall wreaths to hang outside our apartment doors to enjoy the season and each other.

10/03/2024

Today we will celebrated Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. We shared apples and honey, and discussed our families' sweet memories and traditions. Shana Tova!