Ways to Boost Residents’ Quality of Life In a Care Home
Living in a care home doesn’t have to mean that the hobbies, activities and things that make a resident’s life unique have to be abandoned. On the contrary, to ensure that residents are getting the most out of their experience and quality of life is maximised, these sorts of things should be embraced. With this in mind, let’s take a look at some of the ways in which quality of life can be boosted for care home residents. Animal companionship in care homes While dog therapy sounds like a gimmick, it has been proven to offer a number of psychological and…
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How to Improve Mental Health Through Care Home Design
As our population continues to age, the need for high-quality care homes is on the rise. Building design choices play a crucial role in shaping the environment in which care home residents live, and these choices can have a significant impact on their mental health. In this article, we will explore how thoughtful design choices can improve the mental health of care home residents. Creating a sense of home within a care home The first step in improving mental health through design is to create an environment that feels like home. This involves moving away from the sterile, institutional feel of…
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Designing Bespoke Care Homes For Dementia Residents
Presently, there are approximately 850,000 people living with dementia in the UK – this figure will reach around 1.4 million by 2040. This year, 209,600 people will develop dementia – this equates to one person every three minutes. One in six people over the age of 80 have dementia, and 70% of people in care homes suffer from dementia or memory problems. These saddening statistics are why care homes for dementia residents are so important, and in this article, Aedifice will lay out the key features of a dementia-centric care home. Designing bespoke care homes for dementia residents Bespoke dementia care…
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A Guide to Getting Your Care Home Refurbished
Initial Assessment: Evaluate the care home’s condition and set specific goals for the refurbishment, focusing on improving safety, aesthetics, and functionality. Budgeting and Design Planning: Establish a budget and collaborate with refurbishment experts to design a concept that aligns with your objectives and resident needs. Regulatory Compliance and Expert Contractors: Ensure the project complies with healthcare regulations and select experienced contractors in care home refurbishments. Construction and Final Checks: Manage the construction process efficiently and perform thorough quality assurance checks post-completion. The decision to refurbish a care home is a serious undertaking that can greatly enhance the living conditions and overall…
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How We Can Use Technology to Combat Loneliness in Care Homes
One of the biggest saving graces during the pandemic was video calls. They allowed friends and family to chat and bond when they couldn’t meet up in person, and they allowed businesses to connect when commercial activity was confined to our kitchens. In care homes, this solution wasn’t quite as viable. Given that care home residents aren’t quite as in tune with technology as their younger relatives, a quick phone or Zoom call was much harder to arrange. This has meant that the past two years have been among the loneliest for care home residents. How loneliness can affect the health…
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