Adult Centers

Independent Living Through Memory Care

Looking for an extracurricular activity to come to your facility?  Look no further!  Echoes of Nature presents fun-filled, live animal oriented programs that are sure to be entertainingly educational. We accommodate the full spectrum of care from independent living to nursing care, including memory care. We make Environmental Education engaging and fun for all ages.

At this time, we cannot present in-person programs in DC. Please email to find out about options.

General Information

  • Each program lasts 35-45 minutes, tailored to your group’s size and participation level.

  • Suitable for up to 60 participants.

  • We believe in making our programs accessible to all, so we work within your facility’s budget. Contact us to find a pricing plan that suits you.

  • Whether you're looking for a one-time event or regular visits, we've got you covered. Choose from single events or ongoing presentations throughout the year, each featuring a unique theme to keep things fresh and exciting.

Planning a family day? We also offer meet-and-greet programs —check out our Community Events section for more details.

Upcoming Program Topics 2025

January: Animals in Art through History 
ElDee ElDee

January: Animals in Art through History 

Explore the history of animal art that used different media and resources that would have been available. To understand how the perception of animals has changed overtime as a result of natural art. 

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Love is in the Air
ElDee ElDee

Love is in the Air

Theme: February is the time to think of Valentines, cupids, chocolate, flowers and love. In the animal world, “love” has many strategies as the goal is totally reproduction and the continuation of the next generation. 

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March: Animals Around the World, Dr. Suess Style
ElDee ElDee

March: Animals Around the World, Dr. Suess Style

Objective: to “travel” around the world and see up close animals from different continents from the world of Dr. Suess. Make a point of asking where people have traveled or would like to travel either for fun or work. Ask what books are their favorites. 

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May: Desert Safari
ElDee ElDee

May: Desert Safari

 Objective: What adaptations do desert animals need in order to survive? If we really were taking a trip to the desert, what supplies would we need? 

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June: I have my eyes on you
ElDee ElDee

June: I have my eyes on you

Theme: Who uses their eyes to stay safe? Or to find food? Let meet a few of these extraordinary visual animals and see how they do it 

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July: Animal Incognito 
ElDee ElDee

July: Animal Incognito 

Many animals are masters of disguises. People are pretty good at it too, but we learned it from the animals by watching and learning about them. Let’s explore the world of color warning, camouflage and chemical defense and meet a few of these masters. 

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August: Amazing Adaptations!
ElDee ElDee

August: Amazing Adaptations!

Theme: What helps an animal climb, fly, live in the water or live on land? Will those adaptations help that animal in a different habitat? Learn how amazing adaptations help an animal survive! Join us as we learn about some animal ambassadors’ amazing adaptations and transform some of our audience. 

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October: Creepy Crawlies
ElDee ElDee

October: Creepy Crawlies

Theme: What animals are scary to you? Why do certain animals frighten people? Let’s take a look at some of these animals and discover reasons why they are more friend than foe. 

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December: Movie Goof ups
ElDee ElDee

December: Movie Goof ups

Objective: Taking a look at some movies/TV programs with animals and aside from the talking cartoons, are the animals portrayed with any accuracy? What do the movie/TV makers do to the animals to make them seem so bad? What interesting facts about the animals that are real that make them special? 

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