A personal approach to dementia care It’s important to create engaging environments, where residents can live comfortably and feel supported to maintain independence. People can become confused in their environment, so it’s a good idea to make everything is easily recognisable. The layout and design of Marham House is based on best practice guidance. We focus on creating a homely atmosphere, to promote feelings of safety and familiarity, as well as engaging themed areas that encourage nostalgia and reminiscence. We encourage residents to create a ‘home-from-home’ atmosphere in their bedrooms, by bringing their personal belongings into the home.
Being able to access outdoor space is important, as it provides the opportunity for exercise and fresh air, relieves tension and anxiety and offers personal space for reflection and privacy. Being outside stimulates the production of vitamin D, helping to maintain healthy muscles and bones. It also offers stimulation in the form of different colours, textures and natural smells and sounds. Spending time outside in a garden has been shown to positively affect a persons’ emotions and to improve their sense of wellbeing. We have a large secure balcony for our residents to enjoy. We provide high quality support for our residents through personally tailored care. All care colleagues are trained and supported to ensure residents feel valued and able to live life to the full. Ever ready to offer support to family and friends via access to information and advice, our approach respects the uniqueness of each person rather than focusing on the diagnosis of dementia.
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