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Design for dementia care - for iPod/iPhone

The Open Universitywww3.open.ac.uk
The impact of disorientating spaces on people with dementia can be profound, and can create serious deterioration in their wellbeing. Case studies of new build and refurbished care homes reveal how dementia-friendly interior and exterior design enable improved working practices for care staff, and lead to greater independence and a better quality of life for residents.
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Episodes

The Lodge: public space

The role of space, light, colour and contrast in effective design for dementia care.

Jan 13, 20126 min

The Lodge: private space

Dementia-friendly design features in the individual apartments at The Lodge.

Jan 13, 20125 min

The Lodge: the Market Square

The role of the multi-functional Market Square in promoting independence and interaction, and reducing stigma.

Jan 13, 20123 min

The Lodge: garden space

How good garden design and an open-door policy promote activity, interaction and quality of life for residents of The Lodge.

Jan 13, 20126 min

Transcript -- The Lodge: garden space

Transcript -- How good garden design and an open-door policy promote activity, interaction and quality of life for residents of The Lodge.

Jan 13, 2012

The value of gardens in dementia care

Garuth Chalfont of Chalfont Design reveals why good garden design promotes both mental and physical wellbeing for people with dementia.

Jan 13, 20125 min
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