A number of our homes now have specialised backyards designed to meet the needs of residents, especially those living with dementia.

These gardens provide cognitive and sensory stimulation through their design and composition.  External destinations invite the residents to enjoy being outside and engage them in meaningful activities.

Each garden differs depending on the culture of the home but common elements include clothes lines with laundry baskets and clothes to peg; potting garden beds growing flowers and vegetables; a men’s shed with tools, screws and hinges to work with; chicken or rabbit coops; mini sports ovals with a picket fence reminiscent of the cricket field; post boxes and in some instances village shops.

A pilot program revealed improved health outcomes for residents with dementia who were able to spend time engaged in ‘backyard’ activities. Bupa has plans for further research into the benefits of specialised destinations for people living with dementia.

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