At The Green House® Cottages of Northwest Arkansas, meaningful care goes beyond the walls of a home — sometimes, it rides along a bike trail. We’re proud to offer something truly unique in our region: through the Memories in Motion pedicab initiative, elders can enjoy safe, comfortable rides outdoors, experiencing fresh air, movement, and the beauty of the surrounding community regardless of mobility limitations.
In fact, The Green House Cottages of NWA is currently the only long-term care community in Northwest Arkansas providing this opportunity.
Mobility challenges often limit how frequently elders can experience the outside world. Simple pleasures — a breeze on your face, sunlight through the trees, or watching people pass by — can become rare.
Pedicab rides change that. Residents are able to travel local bike trails while seated comfortably and securely, accompanied by trained riders who ensure a smooth, relaxing experience. Instead of watching the world from a window, they become part of it again.
These outings provide:
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Sensory stimulation and fresh air
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Improved mood and reduced stress
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Social interaction and conversation
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Renewed sense of freedom
For many residents, it feels less like an activity and more like living life as they once did. This program is possible thanks to an incredible partnership with The Bentonville Moves Coalition, Gnargo Bike Co., and Dan & Jan Carr. Together, they share a vision that mobility should never define a person’s ability to experience joy.
Their collaboration allows residents to safely access Northwest Arkansas’ renowned trail system — a feature many enjoyed earlier in life and can now experience again. It’s a reminder that elder care doesn’t happen in isolation; it happens when a community comes together.
For families, seeing a loved one outdoors, smiling, and engaged brings reassurance that life hasn’t stopped — it’s simply adapted.
Pedicab rides spark memories, stories, and laughter. Residents point out familiar sights, share experiences from earlier years, and connect with caregivers and volunteers in a relaxed, natural way.
Moments like these support emotional wellness just as much as physical health.
The Green House® philosophy focuses on dignity, purpose, and meaningful daily experiences. The pedicab initiative is a perfect reflection of that belief: care should enable life, not limit it. Because sometimes the most powerful therapy isn’t inside a therapy room —
it’s sunshine, conversation, and the gentle motion of a ride down a familiar trail.
At The Green House® Cottages of Northwest Arkansas, we aren’t just caring for elders.
We’re helping them continue experiencing the world around them — one ride at a time.