Arbors is dedicated to fostering a sense of home and community for its residents, with an emphasis on self-sufficient living supported by tailored assistance when needed. Residents can enjoy a lifestyle that encourages independence yet offers compassionate supervision and care, especially for those experiencing memory-related conditions. The goal at Arbors is to enable individuals to live life as they want, free from everyday worries, while ensuring that both long-term and short-term care options are available. Whether a resident requires temporary rehabilitation after a hospital stay, surgery, or health incident, or more comprehensive long-term support, the offerings at Arbors are designed to adapt to the individual’s evolving needs.
At the heart of Arbors’ philosophy is a resident-centered approach that fosters overall well-being and engagement through a nurturing environment. Every resident at The Arbors at Shelburne benefits from the comforts that truly make life enjoyable—inviting living spaces, nutritious cuisine, and a lively, social atmosphere filled with diverse activities. The focus at Arbors centers on fostering wellness, supporting physical, intellectual, and social engagement, and offering a rich variety of programs facilitated by highly trained and certified associates. Staff members participate in ongoing professional development to ensure that they can provide meaningful, attentive care that adapts to each individual's abilities and interests.
Specializing in mind and memory care, The Arbors is recognized as one of the most experienced communities in the region dedicated exclusively to assisting those with various stages of memory impairment. Residents are supported by a medical team that adopts an interdisciplinary approach, which brings together expertise from physicians, nursing, programming, rehabilitation, and social services. This approach helps to ensure that each resident receives personalized, 24/7 needs-based care, determined by comprehensive nursing assessments. Programs such as therapeutic experiences and multi-sensory activities are thoughtfully designed to engage residents and enhance cognitive and emotional well-being, using specialized equipment—including mechanical lifts for safe transitions—to accommodate a wide range of mobility and care requirements.
Within The Arbors at Shelburne, residents can choose from thoughtfully designed options like the Memory Care Studio and Memory Care Studio Companion Suite, each tailored to promote privacy, security, and comfort. Specialized sensory dining programs provide chef-prepared meals crafted to stimulate the senses and meet specific dietary needs, including texture-modified diets and feeding assistance. The community also offers access to on-site medical services and supportive therapy, encompassing physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
The philosophy at The Arbors is deeply rooted in core values that prioritize connecting residents with the people, interests, and experiences that matter most to them. Every comfort, from supportive care providers to secure and inviting common spaces, is thoughtfully curated to ensure residents feel safe, respected, and engaged. By focusing on both personalized attention and the enrichment of daily living, The Arbors continues to set a benchmark in memory care and assisted living, providing a warm, vibrant, and supportive environment that truly feels like home.