Bespoke lifestyle and wellbeing experiences for meaningful, joyful living in later life. Rooted in connection, culture and the five senses.
Discover our experiencesWellbeing is the pleasure of discovery, the warmth of connection, the beauty of self-expression and the quiet joy of feeling fully present.
We create sensory-rich experiences for senior living communities, weaving together the arts, cultural curiosity, gentle movement and lifelong learning.
An imaginative journey through sight, sound, scent, taste and touch. By taking part in these shared sensory experiences, residents can feel a greater sense of connection, enjoy meaningful conversations and build positive relationships with one another.
Twelve curated 90-minute experiences for groups of up to 20 older adults, each with a gentle 10-minute comfort interval. Sessions are designed for luxury residential communities and tailored to residents’ interests, access needs and abilities.
01 / Sight · Art & CultureA visual journey through colour, paintings and personal perspectives.
Gallery-style introduction; guided looking and discussion; expressive watercolour or collage; reflective sharing.
90 minutes including a 10-minute comfort interval. Adapted to participants’ access, sensory and dietary needs.
02 / Sound · Music & MemoryA curated musical salon exploring rhythm, memory and connection.
Musical welcome; listening across eras and cultures; gentle rhythm-making; memories and conversation.
90 minutes including a 10-minute comfort interval. Adapted to participants’ access, sensory and dietary needs.
03 / Scent · Nature & MemoryDiscover the evocative language of herbs, flowers and fragrance.
Sensory introduction; botanical scent discovery; flower-inspired artwork or keepsake; mindful reflection.
90 minutes including a 10-minute comfort interval. Adapted to participants’ access, sensory and dietary needs.
04 / Ideas · Conversation & AuthorsA lively, welcoming literary salon featuring imaginative brainstorming, guest author conversations and the pleasure of exploring fresh ideas together.
A thought-provoking theme and visual prompt; small-group brainstorming; an author talk or facilitated literary conversation; questions, reflections and a shared ideas board. Guest author participation is arranged by agreement.
90 minutes including a 10-minute comfort interval; adapted to access, sensory and communication needs.
05 / Touch · Textiles & MakingExplore beautiful materials through tactile creative expression.
Texture discovery; textile and material inspiration; accessible tactile making; group sharing.
90 minutes including a 10-minute comfort interval. Adapted to participants’ access, sensory and dietary needs.
06 / Movement · Body & BreathMindful seated movement to support comfort, expression and social connection.
Gentle arrival; accessible seated mobility and coordination; music-led movement; restorative breathing.
90 minutes including a 10-minute comfort interval. Adapted to participants’ access, sensory and dietary needs.
07 / Words · Creative WritingTurn life experiences, poems and memories into small works of art.
Literary inspiration; supported prompts; personal writing or dictation; optional readings.
90 minutes including a 10-minute comfort interval. Adapted to participants’ access, sensory and dietary needs.
08 / Lifelong Learning · Art HistoryAn engaging illustrated lecture and conversation around art, places and ideas.
Curated illustrated talk; questions and discussion; visual response activity; shared discoveries.
90 minutes including a 10-minute comfort interval. Adapted to participants’ access, sensory and dietary needs.
09 / Nutrition · Ritual & WellbeingA graceful conversation about nourishment, culture and everyday rituals.
Sensory arrival; accessible food and wellbeing discussion; mindful tasting if suitable; personal ritual planning.
90 minutes including a 10-minute comfort interval. Adapted to participants’ access, sensory and dietary needs.
10 / Multisensory · CelebrationA signature experience weaving all five senses into one uplifting event.
Sight and sound welcome; scent and tactile stations; curated taste experience; creative closing celebration.
90 minutes including a 10-minute comfort interval. Adapted to participants’ access, sensory and dietary needs.
11 / Taste · Gastronomy & CultureA sophisticated exploration of culinary traditions and shared stories.
Cultural introduction; guided tasting subject to dietary needs; food-memory conversation; recipe or travel-story exchange.
90 minutes including a 10-minute comfort interval. Adapted to participants’ access, sensory and dietary needs.
12 / Literature · Shared ReadingAn accessible read-aloud circle in which poems, short stories and favourite passages invite conversation, memories, curiosity and connection.
Warm welcome and choice of accessible text; expressive reading aloud by the facilitator or volunteers; pauses for discussion, personal interpretations and memories; optional participant reading or listening; gentle closing reflection.
90 minutes including a 10-minute comfort interval; adapted to access, sensory and communication needs.
Growing up between two countries in a rich intellectual and cultural environment, Zsofia’s world was shaped by theatre, classical music, dance, ancient and contemporary art, international cuisine and a love of exploring nature. This extraordinary tapestry of experiences nurtured her cultural sensitivity, empathy, open-mindedness and resourcefulness, laying the foundations for her deeply human approach to creativity, connection and wellbeing.
Zsofia Maus is an activities and wellbeing manager with more than 15 years’ experience in senior living, sheltered housing and community services. Her practice combines holistic, person-centred programme design with practical knowledge of dementia support, meaningful activity, safeguarding awareness, resident choice, health and safety and programme evaluation.
Her healthcare and wellbeing development includes the NAPA Level 2 Award in Supporting Activity Provision and the Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Care Learning and Development programme (Dementia Awareness training). She has also undertaken Arts 4 Dementia training, chair-based exercise training with Age UK, seated physical activity training with ReVitalise, and professional learning in the Mental Capacity Act, DoLS, CQC fundamental standards and risk assessment. As a Body Ball exercise trainer, trained through Fitness Company Budapest, she brings gentle, softball-based recreational movement into her wellbeing practice.
Her cultural community engagement work is complemented by attendance at the NHS South London and Maudsley and Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trusts’ “The Future of Creativity in Psychological Therapies” workshop and research study. Zsofia has also completed British Association of Art Therapists short courses and The Reader Organisation’s “A Little, Aloud” workshop in shared reading.
Alongside this wellbeing background, she holds a First-Class Honours BA in Visual Communication Arts from the Hungarian University of Craft & Design (MOME), with studies in art history, aesthetics, photography, painting, philosophy and ethics. Her experience includes Elysian Residences, the London Borough of Hounslow’s 21 sheltered housing schemes, Michael Sobell JCC, Joy4health, Sunrise Senior Living and Coppermill Care Centre.
Professional experience includes Elysian Residences, the London Borough of Hounslow, Sunrise Senior Living and Coppermill Care Centre.
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Beautiful experiences are more than an activity calendar. Thoughtfully designed, person-centred programmes reflect the individuality of each resident while enriching community life and the identity of a luxury residence.
Programmes begin with residents’ life stories, preferences, cultures, interests and aspirations. Choice, accessibility and meaningful participation shape every experience.
Sensory discovery, gentle movement, culture, social connection and creative curiosity can support emotional, social, cognitive and physical dimensions of everyday wellbeing.
Shared experiences encourage friendship, conversation, family participation and a sense of purpose — without assuming that every resident enjoys the same activities.
A carefully curated programme helps a luxury community express its own character and offer residents and families something personal, memorable and genuinely valuable.
With appropriate consent, well-run cultural events, open days and community collaborations create authentic stories for newsletters, family engagement and local visibility — not manufactured publicity.
Meaningful, inclusive activities can provide evidence relevant to CQC themes including person-centred care, choice, independence and wellbeing. Good documentation, resident feedback and continuous improvement matter; no workshop can guarantee an Outstanding rating.
Our experiences can be enjoyed individually or woven into a beautiful programme for residents, families and invited guests.
A holistic residential programme moving through the five senses, with daily creativity, gentle movement, cultural conversation and shared moments of discovery.
Intergenerational art-making, music, storytelling and culinary experiences that create meaningful connections across generations.
Elegant talks, guided art experiences, seasonal workshops and bespoke gatherings for small groups.
Beautifully curated sensory demonstrations and cultural events designed to welcome prospective residents, families and community partners.
Indicative bespoke session fees range from £495 to £795 per 90-minute experience, depending on content, materials, travel and facilitation. Multi-session collections, five-day wellbeing weeks and special events are quoted individually.
Each package includes a professionally designed participant feedback survey, supplied in both digital and print-ready formats at no additional cost. This enables care providers to gather valuable insights into engagement, satisfaction and the overall experience, supporting ongoing programme development and quality improvement.
Optional photography and digital media documentation are also included in the agreed package fee, subject to participants’ informed consent and the care provider’s safeguarding, privacy and data protection policies. Where appropriate permissions have been obtained, these materials can capture meaningful moments and support internal communications, family engagement and promotional activities.
Both services are included in the agreed package fee, with no additional charge.
All fees are indicative, not a confirmed offer. Materials, catering, accessibility and safeguarding arrangements are agreed before booking.
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Based in London, THE ART OF BEING offers bespoke creative, sensory and cultural wellbeing sessions for senior living communities and private clients across the UK and selected European destinations.
Available in London, Vienna, Malta, Mallorca and Budapest.
Each experience is thoughtfully tailored to its setting, bringing creativity, meaningful engagement and human connection to every gathering.
Specialist dementia-inclusive sessions: Our sensory, creative and cultural experiences are thoughtfully adapted for people living with dementia, with a gentle, person-centred approach that supports participation, enjoyment and meaningful connection.
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