Day: 6 May 2022

Dementia Care – Orientation

Dementia Care – Orientation The Importance of Clocks Dementia patients in care often find it difficult to keep track of their surroundings and the time of day. To help them, care facilities have been using orientation clocks to help dementia patients understand the passing of time. These specially designed clocks provide visual cues which can […]

Dining in Dementia Care

Dining in Dementia Care – What works Improving the Dining experience in Dementia Care For care home residents, mealtimes are very important. A good dining experience can help enhance social interaction, build a sense of community and increase nutritional intake – all of which contribute to a person’s mental and physical well-being. First impressions It’s […]

Bathrooms in Dementia Care Homes

Bathrooms in Dementia Care Homes – The Challenges Bathroom can in dementia care homes can present several challenges for a person with dementia, given they are likely to have problems with their memory or working out what things are. When designing a Bathroom for a care facility avoid a sterile appearance that is pale and […]