As people age, their mental and emotional needs often shift. Life changes - retirement, loss of friends or spouse, decreased mobility, and shifting family dynamics - can bring on feelings of loneliness, anxiety, or grief. For many older adults, such emotional challenges are not just fleeting; they can evolve into chronic mental health concerns like depression or prolonged stress. Traditional nursing home care has long focused on physical health and routine care. But increasingly, there is a vital need for environments that prioritize emotional well-being, psychological safety, and meaningful human connection.