Meaningful Engagement Programs for Senior Living Communities

Our work brings colour, connection, and meaningful experiences to residents, families, and staff. Inspired by my grandmother's love of programs, we bring meaningful memories while providing opportunities for artists.

Custom Murals

We transform senior living communities through custom murals and personalized creative engagement programs. ​Families notice the difference the moment they walk in, staff feel lifted, and residents have surroundings that spark happiness. Visit Our Gallery​

1:1 Individual Visits

Our one-to-one individual painting sessions are about providing moments of attention that provide companionship, improve mood and bring joy.
​Explore Our Programs​

Seniors & Older Adults

Our step by step guided sessions are designed so everyone feels valued and proud. Explore Our Programs

Team Building

When people are together, walls come down and groups feel closer and more connected. ​Explore Our Programs

Our Mission

Our mission is to ignite creativity and forge meaningful connections through creative experiences. We believe everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued. Together, we inspire, evoke emotion, and bring people together through the power of creativity, no matter your age.
"​I really am so impressed with the entire floor. Artist Nicole spends time at the bedside with my mom painting. She really enjoys it and I feel happy she is enjoying something that keeps her busy. The murals and colours on the floor make the centre come to life! And it makes it exciting to visit! Grateful for the beauty you’ve created!”
​- Corinne Cardella, Daughter of Rosali at Cooksville Care Centre

Explore Our Murals

Take a closer look at our murals. ​Visit Our Gallery
“The Young at Heart Painting team created a beautiful mural for our residents 3rd floor unit, featuring a family tree, and we couldn’t be more pleased! It turned out even better than we imagined, and our residents absolutely love it. The team did an amazing job, and we’re already looking forward to our next mural project!” Jhumar, Human Experience Manager, Cooksville Care Centre ​

Choose A Painting

Choose from a selection of paintings for your art session. Whether you have a favorite in mind or prefer us to choose one for you, each piece has been crafted by our talented artists. ​See the Options

Meet the Artists

We hire artists with a diverse range of skills to bring your vision to life. Read about these incredible artists Meet The Artists
“It’s because it's a safe place, no judgement, no experience required. When you paint your mind calms and settles because your can escape out of your own mind for a little while. Till this day the paintings my residents paintings with you are still hanging in their rooms.” - Karen, Programs Staff, Hawthorne Place Care Centre
2026 Leading With Heart Recognition
Ontario Long Term Care Association (OLTCA)
in Partnership with Cooksville Care Centre
Redwood Classics
2024 ​Woman of the Week 
York Small Business Enterprise Centre
Grant Award 2023 & Video
City of Vaughan Business Centre
2018 Social Innovation Challenge (​2nd Place)

Our mission is simple: remind the world that we are all young at heart.