Frequently Asked Questions

The Atria Signature Collection is a portfolio of four high-end senior living residences located in prime metro areas, including New York City, Los Angeles and San Francisco. Noteworthy for their ideal locations, elevated dining experiences, resort-style amenities and expanded services, Atria Signature Collection communities are thoughtfully designed to offer each resident a modern lifestyle of social connection and holistic wellness, with just the right level of personalized support.

Atria West 86 offers a large dining room with outside patio seating available. Atria West 86 residents enjoy three chef-prepared meals per day, featuring seasonally changing cuisine and fresh, locally procured ingredients. Our culinary team proudly crafts selections to appeal to residents’ personal tastes.

Atria Signature Collection communities offer expanded services, including valet parking and personal technology assistance, as well as elevated amenities like high-end fitness centers, ample outdoor spaces, multiple dining venues, game rooms, theaters, spas and salons.

Yes, we offer independent living at Atria West 86, as well as supportive living services.

Atria West 86 offers independent living and supportive living, but does not offer memory care or skilled nursing. For skilled nursing, we can refer you to other options.

Yes, Atria West 86 offers supportive care services to residents who require occasional help with tasks such as bathing, grooming, getting dressed, managing medications and assistance with medical visits, if needed.

Absolutely. Atria is your home, and you should have all the comforts and furnishings you enjoy. Residents take pride in decorating their apartments and doors and adding their own personal touches to their homes.

We love our community of furry family members at Atria West 86. We also recognize that pet companionship provides many short- and long-term benefits. Some pet fees may apply, and all required vaccinations and licensing must be current. Size and temperament requirements vary by community, so check with the Community Sales Director for details.

Because we prioritize the health of residents, all Atria communities are non-smoking environments. However, some of our communities offer dedicated areas for residents and their guests to smoke. Check with the community of your choice for details.

Atria West 86 residents enjoy the peace of mind that the CarePredict® Tempo provides. This wearable wristband detects falls 24/7 and allows emergency communication with Atria’s care staff at the touch of a button. Furthermore, staff members are on-site 24 hours a day to offer immediate assistance or call emergency services if needed.

CarePredict^® is a registered trademark of CarePredict, Inc.

Your apartment is a veritable oasis of privacy, where you can discreetly receive supportive services from care staff and relax on your own schedule. When you’re ready to enjoy the company of neighbors, there are numerous scheduled events to choose from every day.

Scheduled transportation to local appointments, errands and outings is included in the monthly rental rate at most Atria communities. All Atria buses are wheelchair accessible.

Yes, we encourage potential residents to visit our communities. Tours can be scheduled by contacting our Community Sales Director at 212.712.0200.

Senior living encompasses a range of options for older adults, including independent living, assisted living, supportive living and memory care. Atria communities offer one or a combination of these living options, and all communities provide services and amenities like full-service dining, housekeeping, transportation and 24-hour staff – plus a well-rounded schedule of social, educational and cultural opportunities.

Our assisted living and memory care communities also provide discreet support with daily tasks like medication assistance, bathing and getting dressed, incontinence management, and getting to and from meals and events. A select number of our assisted living communities also offer services that may include diabetes care, oxygen and breathing treatments, and catheter/ostomy care.

Although Atria offers a variety of care services tailored to a resident’s needs, we do not provide the more specialized care available from nursing homes, which are medical institutions designed to provide advanced, skilled medical care for those who need it.

Independent living offers private apartments in a community setting for older adults who do not need specialized medical care. Typical amenities and services include housekeeping, all-day dining, curated daily events and transportation – usually for a single, all-inclusive monthly rate.

Assisted living and supportive living offer all the benefits of independent living, but with services for daily personal assistance such as bathing, grooming, getting dressed and medication reminders. Both supportive living and assisted living communities provide amenities and services tailored to meet residents’ individual needs, such as engaging programs, chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, transportation, support with activities of daily living and medication assistance. However, supportive living communities do not offer skilled care services, while some assisted living communities may offer certain skilled care services to residents.

Both of these senior living options foster independence and help older adults live longer, healthier lives. The focus of independent living is providing conveniences for older adults who lead an active lifestyle and have very little to no need for support services. Supportive living offers care and support services for residents who need a helping hand with daily activities – bathing, grooming, incontinence, medication reminders and transportation – but do not require more specialized medical or nursing care.

As the name implies, in-home care is a service in which an agency caregiver provides care and support to an older adult in their own home at a pre-arranged time. These same care and support services are also provided by supportive living communities, but are typically available around-the-clock and include additional amenities and services – such as meals, housekeeping, transportation and engaging events – along with housing for one monthly fee.

In general, a nursing home provides specialized medical and personal care in a clinical setting, whereas supportive living provides personal care and support in a community social setting. Both offer help with activities of daily living – bathing, grooming, incontinence and medication reminders – but nursing home residents have more complex health conditions that require intensive medical care and monitoring.

Supportive living and memory care communities have a licensed nurse on staff who performs an assessment of potential residents to determine if Atria is the right fit. These assessments help us see that our residents receive appropriate care and are among the factors we consider in determining and monitoring staff levels. Even if the assessment determines that Atria is not appropriate for you, we will help you find an option that is. To learn more or schedule an assessment, contact your local community director.

We understand the concerns that come with moving and want to help families overcome uncertainty and discover the many benefits of a senior living community.

Discover how Atria offers all the comforts of home – along with additional conveniences, services and peace of mind that come from knowing a helping hand is always nearby – with the information and downloads you’ll find on our Moving vs. Staying page. Read our “How socialization improves the health of older adults” blog for more insights.

Atria communities offer a robust calendar of events, with daily opportunities for learning, creativity, exercise and spirituality. Every event is designed to touch on at least one of six specific components to keep the mind, body and spirit active. From concerts and guest lectures to exercise classes and outings to local attractions, you can remain as active and involved as you like. Learn more about our Engage Life^® program here.

We encourage you to explore several different senior living communities, but before comparing options, it’s necessary to choose what type of senior living is best suited for your lifestyle and specific care needs. Use the guides and information on our Comparing Options page to help you better understand what to look for when searching for senior living communities.

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