Programming

Participate. Learn. Grow. Enjoy.

Dynamic Programming that Stimulates and Engages

Whatever your talents, whatever your passions — be it discussing current events, writing or painting, tennis or kayaking, cooking or card playing — you will find others here to engage, appreciate, and share in them.

Program Highlights

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Arts, Culture, and Special Interests

Live Performances and Lifelong Learning

Our programming team curates a remarkable calendar of live performances, workshops, and lectures that makes every day an opportunity. Continue to enjoy lifelong passions or learn something entirely new. Take part in as much or as little as you want, all available steps from your apartment.

Browse our latest calendar
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Vitalize 360

Individualized Wellness Coaching

Orchard Cove provides an environment that fosters your holistic wellness, spanning your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs. A prime example is our Vitalize 360 program, in which a personal wellness coach will help you set and accomplish goals.

Learn About Vitalize 360
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Building Relationships Across Generations

Intergenerational Interaction

Our intergenerational programs with students from area schools and universities make life even more fulfilling at Orchard Cove.

Explore Intergenerational Programs
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Art is at Our Heart and Soul

Art is Everywhere at Orchard Cove

View the art that adorns our walls and discover the joys of artistic expression through a variety of art programs offered in our studio.

Art is at the Heart of Orchard Cove

Residents discover new talents and hone their existing skills through our programs.

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    "The lectures are amazing. We have people come here who are experts in their field, like New York Times reporters, Harvard professors, and scientists, and they come here to talk to us."

    Naomi Zucker

    Resident

  • Headshot for Shirley Rayport

    "Every day here has something intellectually stimulating, which is very important. It feels a bit like going back to college. We have a very interesting schedule with lectures, book clubs, and musical events, and of course, the very interesting group of residents."

    Shirley Rayport

    Resident