Design for dementia care - for iPod/iPhone

by The Open University

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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Recent Episodes
  • The Lodge: public space
    Jan 13, 2012 – 00:05:44
  • Transcript -- The Lodge: public space
    Jan 13, 2012 –
  • The Lodge: private space
    Jan 13, 2012 – 00:04:51
  • Transcript -- The Lodge: private space
    Jan 13, 2012 –
  • The Lodge: the Market Square
    Jan 13, 2012 – 00:03:26
  • Transcript -- The Lodge: the Market Square
    Jan 13, 2012 –
  • The Lodge: garden space
    Jan 13, 2012 – 00:05:33
  • Transcript -- The Lodge: garden space
    Jan 13, 2012 –
  • The Lodge: evaluating the success of the design.
    Jan 13, 2012 – 00:04:08
  • Transcript -- The Lodge: evaluating the success of the design.
    Jan 13, 2012 –
  • Elmhurst: refurbishing an existing home
    Jan 13, 2012 – 00:10:08
  • Transcript -- Elmhurst: refurbishing an existing home
    Jan 13, 2012 –
  • Elmhurst: looking back on the refurbishment process.
    Jan 13, 2012 – 00:03:23
  • Transcript -- Elmhurst: looking back on the refurbishment process.
    Jan 13, 2012 –
  • The value of gardens in dementia care
    Jan 13, 2012 – 00:05:03
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