What is dementia care?
Our approach to dementia care
Everyone experiences dementia differently. That’s why our care and support are individualised to your needs and feelings. Enliven’s practical approach to advanced dementia care focuses on enriching the lives of people with dementia and reigniting that spark for life. It supports staff, families and volunteers to interact in ways that keep people living with dementia connected to the world around them.
We’ve found that providing both the emotional and physical care people need often leads to improvements in language, memory, self-esteem and social interaction.
Residential dementia care
Many residents across our homes experience memory loss or dementia symptoms. It is part of everyday life here, and our staff, volunteers and fellow residents offer understanding, care and help.
For those with more advanced dementia - or whose safety is at risk because of wandering or other behaviours - many of our homes feature secure dementia cottages. These cottages are designed to feel like a domestic home rather than a clinical hospital environment. They include domestic-style kitchens, comfortable lounges and outdoor garden and courtyard spaces. This purpose-built design helps residents feel more at ease and maximise familiarity with their surroundings
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Activity & day programmes
Our dementia cottages and homes include an extensive recreation programme and social calendar, designed by trained diversional therapists. Each programme is tailored to residents’ interests and hobbies. Popular activities include music therapy, gardening groups, lunch clubs, outings and puzzles. These programmes have been proven to reduce stress, anxiety, depression, feelings of hopelessness and boredom.
Respite support for whānau & families
For family carers caring for someone at home, we also offer short-term dementia respite and day-programme options. These give you a chance to take a break, recharge your batteries and focus on your own wellbeing - so that when you return to caring, you’re in a better position to support your loved one.
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