We funded a range of specialist dementia resources for our wards which provide therapeutic and calming benefits for patients
Charitable funds have been used to purchase a range of specialist dementia resources for our wards
We've been able to fund a range of dementia dolls and fidget items, which provide therapeutic and calming benefits for patients, as well as easy-to-read clocks that help with time orientation, especially useful for those experiencing confusion during different times of the day. We’ve also funded dementia-friendly door wraps and murals, supported groups for people with Young Onset Dementia (YOD), and purchased items to help make therapy groups more accessible.
We’re collaborating closely with our Later Life and Memory Services teams to provide ongoing support, explore new fundraising opportunities, and bring to life a range of exciting projects designed to enhance patient engagement and improve overall experiences.
The Admiral Nurses' Lending Library
One of the most exciting projects we've been able to fund is a lending library, championed by our Admiral Nurses in Halton and Knowsley. This fantastic new initiative offers a wide selection of dementia-friendly resources and activities. Families and carers can borrow everything from memory games and puzzles to sensory aids and interactive books.
The Lending Library empowers families to continue engaging with their loved ones in meaningful ways outside of the care setting, helping to reduce feelings of helplessness and promote joyful moments at home.
Jan McGuinness, Clinical Team Leader of Admiral Nurses Knowsley and Halton took the time to show us the lending library and discussed the many ways its helping patients and their families.
"The library offers a range of useful resources that we can use instead of, or alongside medication, to support patients as well as their carers. They can take away items and see which ones work for them. The dolls really are a fantastic resource. The maternal instinct comes through with females and they can be a great distraction tool. One patient made such a bond with a doll; her family noted it was really helping with her care and so we were able to guide them in the purchase of buying the same doll of her own."
