“We operate and look like a five-star hotel,” reflects Michelle Rubel, director of hospitality at Inspr Carnegie Hill. “If you visited our lobby in the evening, there’d be a pianist playing, with people dressed for dinner having cocktails. It exudes so much sophistication and elegance.”
By all accounts, residents at Inspr Carnegie Hill want for nothing: They enjoy refined dining, a full-service salon, a theater, an in-house Mercedes-Maybach (for, say, an excursion to a performance at Lincoln Center), an art studio, a high-tech fitness center, saltwater pool and beautifully appointed apartments, not to mention a full calendar of cultural and intellectual events‚all in-house.
But while Inspr may look and feel like “a Four Seasons collaborated with Carnegie Hall,” it’s actually a community (albeit a super-luxurious one) that’s redefining senior care. And as the premier senior living residence in New York, if not the country, there’s so much more to note about this property too, namely its top-notch care.
Take its cutting-edge technology and innovative therapies like AI-powered fall prevention, immersive virtual reality experiences, and therapeutic music, art, pet and horticultural programs. “These practices enhance engagement, promote cognitive stimulation, and foster meaningful connections,” says Lisa W. Walsh, director of resident experience at Inspr.
The care programs offered are fully customized. Residents join one of four tailored care programs—Sol, Aura, Terra and Oceana—depending on their support needs. A bespoke health care plan rooted in a “one size fits one” ideology is developed for each resident upon joining Inspr.
Its Oceana Memory Care program is particularly distinguished for its dedication to residents with dementia. Grounded in evidence-based practices, Oceana features curated cultural and creative programming. The highly trained team combines expertise in art therapy, sensory engagement and person-centered dementia care, ensuring a dignified and fulfilling experience for all residents. Additionally, families are supported through educational sessions and resources, fostering a shared journey of care and understanding.
“There truly is no one in the industry that can deliver this level of care. But if you were to ask most of our residents what the best part of Inspr is, they’ll say it’s the community of people who live here,” notes Walsh of the interesting, incredible individuals who make this place their home. Inspr offers elegant spaces designed to promote wellness and opportunities, but it’s their fostering of interpersonal connection that is truly remarkable. Given all this, it’s not surprising that “I’m living my best life here” is a sentiment not infrequently heard from the residents. Yes, usually mingling around that grand piano.
The brand’s flagship senior living residence, Inspr Carnegie Hill, is located at 1802 Second Avenue at 93rd Street, in the heart of New York City’s Upper East Side. A second location is currently under development in Washington, D.C.’s vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood, anticipated to open in January 2025. inspirseniorliving.com