Company and friendship
Loneliness wears on health. A regular place to see familiar faces, share a meal and laugh makes a real difference to how the week feels.
What we do
Aris is a place to spend the day: active when you want to be, quiet when you don’t. Every member has a personal plan built around their interests, abilities and the support they need.
Gentle movement, every day
Seated and standing classes for strength, balance and flexibility, adapted for every body, wheelchairs included.
Art, music and conversation
Painting, music sessions, discussion groups, games and clubs led by people who enjoy them as much as members do.
Lunch and snacks, catered
A freshly prepared lunch and afternoon snack, with dietary needs taken care of.
Garden time and quiet corners
Time outdoors when the weather allows, and a quiet room for rest, reading or a nap.
Personal support from a caring team
Help with getting around, washrooms and the day’s routine. A personal assessment before the first visit makes sure Aris is the right fit.
Updates for family
Families hear how the day went and review the plan together with us as needs change.
A day at Aris
Come for the full day or part of it. Choose the days that suit you, weekends included.
Arrive, settle in with coffee and a personal check-in
Movement class and small interest groups
Art, music or a good discussion
Lunch together, then rest
Creative projects, garden time or quiet choices
Snack, social time and a relaxed departure by 5
Every activity is a choice, never a requirement. No overnight stays: members go home each evening.
Why it’s good for older adults
Staying at home is what most people want as they age. Spending days alone at home is a different thing. Aris fills the day with the things that help people stay well, connected and independent for longer.
Stronger, steadier bodies
Regular gentle exercise supports strength, balance and confidence on your feet, which matters for staying independent.
An engaged, active mind
Painting, music, conversation and games keep the mind busy in ways that are enjoyable rather than effortful.
A rhythm to the week
Something to get ready for, people expecting you, a reason to get out of the house. Routine brings comfort and purpose.
Eating well
A good lunch in company. People tend to eat better at a shared table than alone at the kitchen counter.
Dignity and choice
Members are adults with their own tastes. They choose what to join, when to rest and how they spend their day.
And for families, a real break
If you care for a parent or partner, you know how much it takes. Aris gives you dependable daytime hours to work, run errands or simply rest, knowing they are somewhere comfortable, safe and enjoying themselves.
Open 8 am to 5 pm, seven days a week, so care fits around a working day and weekends too.
Join the waitlist
We’re opening with a limited number of places each day. Join the waitlist to hear from us first.
- First invitations to tour the centre
- First choice of regular days
- Opening date and fees as soon as they’re confirmed
Questions families ask
Who is Aris for?
Older adults who would enjoy company and activity during the day, including people with mild memory changes when a group setting suits them. We also welcome adults 18 and over with stable support needs. Everyone has a personal assessment before their first visit.
Is this a retirement or nursing home?
No. Aris is a day centre. Members spend the day with us and go home each evening.
Can I choose which days to come?
Yes. Members pick regular days that suit them, from one day a week upward, any day including weekends.
How much will it cost?
We’ll share fees with waitlist families before opening, along with invitations to tour.
Can government funding help pay?
Some people may qualify for programs that help with day-program costs. Eligibility depends on the person and the program, so we’ll help you understand your options when we talk.