Healing Therapies
At Providence Marianwood
Music, Art, Exercise and more
Providence Marianwood has a full schedule of activities, classes, outings and performances for residents and patients to choose from. Residents and patients are encouraged to participate in activities that appeal to them either as familiar pastimes or in pursuit or new skills and talents.
Naturopathic Medicine
We partner with Bastyr University to offer free naturopathic health assessments to residents and patients.
Art Therapy
A vaierty of art classes and activities are offered at Providence Marianwood. Oil, watercolor and other mediums are used. Residents and patients are invited to be creative, participate in offered classes and challenge us to provide classes and activities that they would enjoy.
Music Therapy
Music is used to increase or maintain levels of physical, mental, social and emotional functioning. Professionally trained Music Therapists come to Marianwood regularly to lead groups. Much of the scheduled entertainment is focused on music that residents remember and get great enjoyment from hearing again.
Massage
Regular massage treatments improve our residents' physical, emotional and psychological well-being. Licensed masseuses who have experience with older adults and their special needs provide this valuable service.
Pet Therapy
We have several live-in pets and welcome visiting pets. Studies have shown real health benefits from pet therapy including reduced stress levels, lower blood pressure and better mental health.
Providence Marianwood offers many other on-site medical services as well. These include dentistry, podiatry, optometry, and mental health services.