“I don’t think about growing old anymore. I think about growing.”
What is independent living? At The Atrium, independent living community is a meeting of the minds—active, engaged seniors with wonderful experiences and ideas they are eager to share. At The Atrium, our holistic focus on wellness includes sharing interests, attending events, expanding knowledge and skills and participating in meaningful activities. We call it Life Enrichment, and the lives of our seniors are rich indeed.
Community Groups and Activities
Our seniors run book groups and storytelling groups, play bridge and blackjack, take creative writing workshops, hold current events discussions, teach computer classes, screen films and present travelogues. These lively, well-attended gatherings were all started by a senior just like you. What are your passions? We can’t wait to share them.
Guest Speakers and Lectures
The Atrium’s Community Education Series features informative, interesting appearances from writers, historians, artists, musicians and professionals. Each apartment home in our independent senior living community includes a front-row seat to members-only performances of plays or concerts, behind-the-scenes insight into art exhibits or historical events, and much more.
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Southern Maine
Generously funded by The Bernard Osher Foundation, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Southern Maine offers fascinating courses designed for seniors who want to learn simply for the joy of learning and personal fulfillment. Our seniors enroll in courses on philosophy, sociology, history, literature and languages – and a return to the youthful joy of sharing ideas (and homework) with friends.
Exploring Portland, Maine’s Cultural Offerings
Because our independent living community is just minutes from Maine’s cultural center, our seniors are able to take in gallery openings, plays, concerts, lectures and more. With convenient transportation options and companion services available to all our seniors, taking advantage of all Portland, Maine has to offer is both easy and fun.
