Senior Connections
Bring the wonder of wildlife to your residents with engaging, interactive programs led by Zoo New England’s Education Team. Through creative activities, hands-on exploration, and up-close encounters with ambassador animals, participants can discover the natural world in ways that inspire curiosity and connection.
Programs are held year-round at Stone Zoo and Franklin Park Zoo, and our Education Team can come to your facility! These 60-minute programs are offered for assisted living facilities, rehabilitation facilities, senior centers, and memory-care groups.
Program Themes
Wild about Art
Residents will explore animal patterns and adaptations through a simple, animal-inspired art activity, paired with ambassador animal encounters. Zoo New England will supply the animal stamps, stencils, paint and coloring materials, with paper/canvas and any desired table coverings provided by your facility. No prior artistic experience is necessary!
Animal Adaptations
Explore the fascinating world of animal adaptations through hands-on activities with animal biofacts, visual aids and up-close encounters with ambassador animals that call Zoo New England home!
Sensory Safari
Explore the natural world through touch, sight and sound using animal biofacts, photographs and other sensory materials. These activities are designed to encourage engagement and participation across different abilities.
Health and Safety Information
- Please note that due to the animals’ availability and health, we cannot guarantee which live animals we will bring to each program. Animals we bring align with the program topic and information covered.
- Due to abundant caution for the well-being of ambassador animals in our care, and for people who participate in our programs, we encourage looking at our animals without touching them.
- We rely on staff to help maintain a quiet and calm space for the safety and well-being of our animals.
Contact Us
For more information about our programs and how to schedule one, please contact us at education@zoonewengland.org or by calling: 617-989-3742.
