Pet-Friendly Senior Living
At The Highlands, pets are not just welcome. They are part of the family.
Through Pets are Family Here™, we help create a pet-inclusive environment that celebrates the comfort, companionship, routine, and joy that pets bring to everyday life. For many older adults, a beloved pet is part of what makes home feel familiar, personal, and complete.
A Pet Program Designed Around Home
Our approach to pet-friendly senior living goes beyond simply allowing pets. The Highlands focuses on thoughtful spaces, everyday touches, and meaningful experiences that help residents and their pets feel connected to community life.
Because welcome to the family means the whole family.
The Benefits of Pet-Friendly Senior Living Communities
Pets have a special way of bringing comfort, purpose, and connection to each day.
From daily walks and familiar routines to quiet cuddles and loyal companionship, living with pets in a senior living community can help make everyday life feel more joyful, active, and connected. They offer unconditional love, encourage movement, and create natural opportunities for conversation and connection with neighbors, families, and friends.
For many residents, bringing a pet to senior living is not just about finding a pet-friendly apartment. It’s about minimizing changes and continuing life with a companion who is already part of the family.
Pet-Friendly Living for the Whole Community
A pet-inclusive lifestyle can bring joy far beyond the resident and their pet. At The Highlands, pets become part of the regular rhythm, from a friendly hello in the lobby to shared smiles during a walk or event.
For residents who do not have a personal pet, there may still be opportunities to enjoy meaningful animal connections through community experiences like therapy animal visits, pet-themed events, or Joy for All Companion Pets. These moments can bring comfort, familiarity, and joy in a way that feels warm, personal, and welcoming.
Pet Guidelines Vary
At The Highlands, our pet guidelines may vary by care type, pet size, breed, and other considerations.
If you are interested in bringing a pet to live with you, we encourage you to get in touch directly. Our team can share details about current guidelines and how we can help you and your pet feel right at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, many Independent Living communities welcome pets, though policies vary by community. Guidelines typically address pet type, breed, size, and care requirements. We encourage you to contact your preferred community directly to confirm their specific pet policy before making plans.
Pets may be allowed in Assisted Living depending on the community’s guidelines, the resident’s needs, and the resident’s ability to care for the pet. Residents and their families are encouraged to speak directly with the community team to learn what may be possible.
Pets provide companionship, routine, purpose, comfort, and opportunities for movement and social connection. Research supports the mental and physical health benefits of pet ownership for older adults, including reduced stress and increased activity. For many residents, a pet is simply an important part of feeling at home.
Pet-friendly senior living communities may offer amenities designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for residents and their pets. Common features in Grace Management, Inc. communities include designated walking paths, pet relief areas, treat stations, pet-friendly events, photo opportunities, and partnerships with local pet services. Availability varies by community. Ask your preferred location for details.
Yes, in many cases. Many Grace Management, Inc. senior living communities welcome pets, particularly in Independent Living and Assisted Living settings. Policies vary by community and typically take into account pet type, size, breed, fees, and available pet-friendly spaces. We encourage you to ask your preferred community directly about their specific guidelines before making plans.
Although in Memory Care, residents may not have personal pets, they can still enjoy the benefits of Pets Are Family Here™. Some Memory Care communities may offer companion pets, therapy animal visits, or pet-themed events that create moments of comfort, familiarity, and joy. Personal pet guidelines vary by community and level of care.
A pet-friendly senior living community welcomes residents’ pets as part of everyday life, not just as an exception to policy. At Grace Management, Inc. communities, that means dedicated outdoor spaces, pet-welcoming common areas, and programming where pets are part of community life, alongside clear guidelines around size, breed, and care responsibilities. These everyday touches help residents and their pets feel welcomed and connected to community life.
Questions about living with a pet in senior housing?
Our team would love to connect and help you decide if The Highlands is right for you.
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