Hinchingbrooke Hospital has recently benefited from the introduction of new dementia friendly items, thanks to a generous and anonymous legacy donation.
The donation has given the hospital the opportunity to fit new blue doors in all inpatient and outpatient areas, as well as purchase more blue crockery.
It has been proven that vivid colours improve way-finding, navigation and independence for those living with dementia.
Alison Gray, dementia specialist nurse for the North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Hinchingbrooke, said: “Hospitals can be a difficult environment for people with dementia.
The level of care is important as well as the environment within which care is delivered. The correct colours, textures and layout of the buildings can help to reduce confusion, isolation and anxiety and help people live well with their dementia.”
“We’re fortunate to have been able to introduce many initiatives and ways of working that benefit those with dementia,” says Alison.
“We have provided distraction boxes in all patient areas, silent clocks with visual displays, and we offer staff ‘alternative dementia training’ which has been funded from our Hospital Charity’s Dementia funds."
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