Linden Lodge Dementia Suite
Evidence Based Dementia Inclusive Design
Design With All of The Senses in Mind
People living with dementia may experience reduced mobility and difficulties with balance. Day-to-day activities such as walking, standing and sitting become increasingly difficult. All the senses can be affected, and a person must rely on the remaining senses to interact with their surroundings. Dementia can affect the ability to filter multiple, simultaneous, sensory stimuli, which can result in a person becoming confused and overwhelmed.
Simple Yet Intuitive Design – Minimising Auditory & Visual Clutter
Appropriate Use of Furnishings
Dementia Care enhanced Staffing and Training
To lead the team within the Linden Lodge we have brought a Clinical Nurse Manager who specialises in Dementia Care to increase support to families and our staff.
Our aim is to provide care which focuses on what a person can still do and ensuring they live a full life rather than focus on what a person has lost. People with Dementia can continue to live a full life with the right support from people who want to make a difference and have a passion to do so. I assess each person’s needs from both a physiological and emotional perspective. We implement individualised care focusing on what’s right for each person. We know that it’s the little things that matter and we are more than happy to do what we can to help our residents feel very comfortable and happy in their surroundings.
A wide section of activities are available to our residents. These can be physical, creative or just for fun. Some examples are flower arranging, dance, painting along with more relaxing and sensory activities such as Sonas, Reflexology, Reminiscence therapy, Dolls Therapy or Pet therapy amongst others.
Specialised Dementia Live® Training
Dementia Live® is a simulation-based training program designed to immerse participants in the daily experiences of individuals with dementia. By simulating symptoms such as tunnel vision, impaired processing, and altered touch, participants gain empathy and a deeper understanding of cognitive and sensory changes, which enhances person-centered care for those living with dementia.
