Relieving Pressure on Care Staff – Creating a dementia friendly environment Relieving Pressure on Care Staff pressure is certainly a priority at Find. Whilst we cannot offer a “physical” additional pair of hands, we can certainly make suggestions regarding the environment that could promote more independence for many, giving staff time to focus on supporting […]
Wayfinding Increases Independence – Why is this important Care homes and hospitals are often especially difficult for wayfinding, with long, non-distinctive hallways, poor signage and a multitude of different routes. This can cause anxiety, distress, and ultimately a decrease in independence and confidence for individuals living with dementia. Ideally, wayfinding should be a main part […]
I often get enquiries about our memory boxes, but on occasion people ask whether they come pre-populated, which seems like a very bizarre question. As there seems to be some confusion over how to use them, I thought it’s worth explaining their purpose and just how invaluable they can be when used correctly. The True […]
The use of Therapy Dolls to ease anxiety has become more popular in care facilities throughout the UK, especially for those caring for people in the mid to later stage of dementia.
Dementia Clocks are important often people can lose the ability to recognize what time it is and whether it’s day or night.
A Jigsaw can help if you are struggling to find an activity that is fun and purposeful. But for a person with dementia participating in activities that help to stimulate cognitive functions is essential for health and wellbeing. By incorporating jigsaws into your activity program improved communication and social interaction can be achieved. This, in […]
Creating Dementia Friendly Hallways is essential in care facilities. Even those of us without cognitive impairment can get lost and confused when each hallway looks the same and each bedroom door (and all of the other doors) leading off of it looks the same.
Murals enhance a care setting if you follow certain guidelines says Karen Clayton, dementia environment specialist, Find Memory Care
Why Use Dementia Murals Dementia Murals can offer a cost-effective way to introduce interesting areas in the care environment. Area’s that can help to reduce agitation and aggression, reduce the need for antipsychotic drugs and improve overall well being and quality of life for people living with dementia.
Find’s Dementia Signage is a wayfinding aid that will enable a person to maintain their independence and to locate a particular room quickly and easily.
Find Memory Care
3 Modder Avenue
Armley
Leeds
LS12 3DB
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