Gardening can provide many health benefits for people with dementia and their caregivers, including physical exercise, vitamin D from sunlight, sensory stimulation, stress relief, and opportunities for reflection. When designing a garden for those with dementia, it is important to consult with users and caregivers and incorporate easy-to-use, unambiguous design features like clear access paths, areas for both privacy and socializing, and protection from weather. The garden should provide a variety of activities for people of different abilities.
Designed for use as a component of a treatment program such as occupational therapy, physical therapy or horticultural therapy programs.
Designed to meet the needs of a specific user or population.
Introduction,
history,
Characteristics features,
Planning,
Influences and principles of the garden,
Elements of Italian garden,
The contemporary garden,
Tuscan style garden,
Division of Italian Renaissance Gardens- 1.Gardens of the Early Italian Renaissance
2. Gardens of the High Renaissance
3.Mannerism and the Gardens of the Late Renaissance,
Other examples of the italian garden,
Some Featured plants,
Designed for use as a component of a treatment program such as occupational therapy, physical therapy or horticultural therapy programs.
Designed to meet the needs of a specific user or population.
Introduction,
history,
Characteristics features,
Planning,
Influences and principles of the garden,
Elements of Italian garden,
The contemporary garden,
Tuscan style garden,
Division of Italian Renaissance Gardens- 1.Gardens of the Early Italian Renaissance
2. Gardens of the High Renaissance
3.Mannerism and the Gardens of the Late Renaissance,
Other examples of the italian garden,
Some Featured plants,
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Concept study of mahindra united world college,pune and pearl academy of fash...harshita batra
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Sensory Garden in Special Schools: The Issues, Design and Use
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Therapeutic Perspective of the Multisensory Interior Garden for the Older Peoplekomalicarol
The conceptualization of the inherent relationship between man and nature is called biophilia which refers to the
belief that humans are genetically predisposed to be attracted to
nature. Science has strengthened the hypothesis contributing to its
expansion in various fields such as medicine and psychotherapeutic interventions.
Closer to Nature: Interactive Systems for Seniors with Dementia in Long-term ...Jun Hu
People with dementia living in Long-term Care (LTC) are gradually experiencing diminished functional abilities caused by this brain disease. The declined cognitive functioning, decreased mobility, loss of memory and inner motivation provides inevitable challenges in engaging this group in activities. Lack of engagement are associated with disruptive behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) such as agitation, wondering, apathy, passivity and depression. With no known cure in sight, developing and evaluating meaningful activities that foster and sustain engagement is critical for promoting quality of life for seniors with dementia in LTC.
Healing and Therapeutic Gardens
Case Study: A Therapeutic Garden for People Living With HIV
A ‘therapeutic garden’ is more specifically designed to produce a given outcome upon a disease process. It can be thought of as similar to a medication that is taken for a specific disease or illness. The therapeutic garden is thus less focused on healing in a spiritual context (although it may also have this effect) and more akin to the disease model of illness as practiced by most allopathic medical systems.
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The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
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Dementia and Gardening
1. Why garden activities?
Having access to a garden can
meet many health needs for
people with dementia and their
Trellis Factsheet caregivers. For example:
Dementia and gardening – creating a Physical health benefits.
therapeutic gardening environment for Garden activities provide
exercise, for large and small
people with dementia muscle groups. This
maintains and improves
Introduction muscle tone and hand & eye
This Trellis factsheet is a starting point for anyone gardening co-ordination.
with people with dementia or interested in developing such a
garden. It contains general information on dementia and the Opportunities for Vitamin D
production in skin in response
importance of garden activities for health & well being (page
to sunlight (Cobley 2003)
1); garden design (pages 2-3); planting and garden
activities (page 4) and provides resources and references Provides stimulation with
for further in depth reading on pages 5-6. colour, smells and sounds of
wildlife. Multisensory
Dementia stimulation (Cobley 2003,
Central to designing a garden for people with dementia is to Kennard 2006)
understand what dementia is and how it affects human health
and behaviour. Opportunities to relieve
Dementia is a syndrome, a group of related symptoms that is tension, frustration and
aggression & bring about
associated with an ongoing decline of the brain and
positive mood change
its abilities, including thinking, language, memory, (Pallister, 2001)
understanding, and judgement. People with dementia may
also have problems controlling their emotions or behaving Provides personal space for
appropriately in social situations. Aspects of their personality reflection and privacy;
may change. Most cases of dementia are caused by damage reminiscence opportunities
to the structure of the brain (NHS, 2010). This decline in brain for self expression and
function can have the effect of causing confusion, reinforcing a sense of self
hallucinations, agitation and difficulties in controlling body (Cobley 2003)
movements. The majority of people with dementia are over
65 years of age and may have additional sensory Provides different social
impairments associated with aging such as deteriorating environments: group activity
eyesight and hearing. They may also have declining physical reinforcing intimacy, privacy
for solitude (Cobley 2003)
mobility and strength as well as painful arthritic conditions
etc. For further resources on understanding the needs of Caring for plants may
those with dementia see the Resources section on pages 5- alleviate feelings of
6. helplessness and of being
dependent on others for care
Approximately 71,000 people have dementia in Scotland in (Cobley 2003)
2010. Around 2,300 of these people are under the age of
65. The numbers of people with dementia in Scotland are
expected to rise to 127,000 by 2031 (Alzheimer Scotland,
2010)
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2. Design features useful in creating a therapeutic
First steps to designing
gardening environment for people with dementia
a garden
Consultation is another key A garden for people with dementia should be one that is
aspect of designing a garden easy to use and understand, free from ambiguity and one
for people with dementia, as it that provide opportunities for meaningful activity within it. To
is for any garden design. compensate for the various perceptual changes experienced
by a person with dementia, garden design should strive to
Directly consulting all those who
will be involved in using the provide structure and reduce anxiety and confusion.
garden can reveal many aspects Consider including the following elements:
and issues which would
otherwise be unknown and can Access from garden to adjoining building should be obvious
lead to a garden that will be well and visible e.g. visible, accessible doors, porch and path
used and become a vibrant and
leading to garden or building entry.
useful social space.
Consider who you consult: An enclosed garden may be useful to keep wanderers in and
1. Service users - people with provide shelter. The fencing, walls should be visually
dementia are individuals, with inconspicuous and can be disguised by planting.
particular needs, abilities, likes and
A returning path system is useful to lead you on a journey
dislikes.
2. Service user families & friends
through the garden returning back to the house or building
3. Staff (Kennard 2006), e.g. a figure of 8 or a more freeform loop.
Consider how you consult. In Sturdy, comfortable seating, ideally with line of site from one
order to enable views and seating area to another to provide opportunities to admire,
preferences to be expressed rest, contemplate, socialise and continue the journey around
consultation can be carried out in
the garden.
a series of discussions and
events as part of daily activities.
For those with dementia which Easy visible access to toilet from garden.
affects their ability to
communicate, using a series of Consider the mood and feeling of the garden. Create areas
pictures to communicate garden for communal activity and areas for being alone or in smaller
features, plants, likes and dislikes groups. Include places to sit, shelter from the sun and the
and other preferences may be a
wind. Bushes and trees provide structure and can direct
useful tool.
movement around the garden.
It is useful to find out:
What are everyone’s Think about garden access in all weathers. Provide
expectations of a garden? protection from the extremes of weather throughout the four
What specific features, planting seasons of the year. Conservatories, greenhouses, pergolas,
etc would they like?
What resources/funding is portable parasols, summerhouses or an indoor/outdoor
available for now and in the activity room with access to the garden, all offer shelter and
future? extend gardening access throughout the seasons, especially
in the changeable Scottish climate. Protection from the sun
in summer is important as certain medications, e.g. largactil,
(Thorazine) or mellaril (thioridazine), can make the skin
more prone to sunburn.
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3. Think broadly about who will use the garden, e.g. those with dementia, friends and
family, residential care staff .Plan for a range of ages and abilities. Include activities
and play facilities that allow generations to interact, e.g. a slide, a games table,
garden, BBQ. Think about visibility and observation so caregivers can still relax if
they use the time for separate pursuits.
Consider locality and cultural trends as they may suggest appropriate objects to
include in garden, e.g. mining area; seaside setting; residential home for those in
media professions. These may all have bearing on items to include in the garden
which reinforce the sense of setting or of self identity. For further resources on
understanding the needs of those with dementia see the Resources section on
pages 5-6.
Incorporate bird feeders or a bird table or bath, with opportunities to sit comfortably
and view the bird activity.
As well as dementia, consider specific disabilities that deny use of one or more
senses – gardens can be designed to have specific design features to compensate
for that disability e.g. impaired vision – planting that can easily be reached ,
touched, smelt and with accessible signage, e.g. Braille; large text and high visibility
tools that are easy to see against soil & vegetation.
Consider physical access for gardening activity, i.e. provide seating or wheelchair
access – ‘table top’ beds, potting benches with space to allow chair users legs to slot
in underneath and allow people to have hands in contact with plants & soil.
Use the Dementia Design Checklist to see if your garden design is dementia friendly. From the
Health facilities Scotland web site at: www.hfs.scot.nhs.uk/publications/dementia-checklist-v1.pdf
Providing a safe garden
Safety issues are central to good garden design for people with dementia. The design
should include:
Too much light reflection or too many dark areas are not helpful to older people who
can have problems with their sight. A number of degenerative eye conditions are
common in old age that can cause problems with perception , e.g. dark manhole covers
can be perceived as holes in the ground
Pathways that are smooth, and low in glare.
Avoid steep gradients and steps
Appropriate path width and patio area is very important if you are catering for wheel
chair users. As people with dementia tend to lose physical skills and ability over time, it
may be a good idea to cater for mobility aids at the outset.
Use upward bevel edges on concrete walkways. This can keep wheelchairs from rolling
into lawns or landscape beds.
Handrails can be used along the pathways to help those who have difficulty in walking
make these bright and easy to identify.
3
4. Planting
Successful gardening relies on making the most of the
Garden Activities
local climatic and soil conditions. Many general gardening
resources can advise on this. In relation to planting Always consult the person to see if the
gardens for people with dementia, here are a few activity is something they would like to
guidelines that may be borne in mind: do, or do part of, or just watch (Cobley
2003)
Avoid creating large dark shadowy areas with dense trees Remember that taking a family
and shrubs. As well as create difficult plant growing member or a friend with whom to share
the garden experience with, is often an
conditions, people with dementia can perceive these
enjoyable social activity.
areas as being forbidding or off putting. Trees such as
birch or cherry can provide light cover. For more Prompts for interaction and
information and a comprehensive guide to plants, trees reminiscence can be found in the
garden. For example, looking at
and shrubs try the RHS Gardeners’ Encyclopedia of
flowers, fruit, vegetable and herbs,
Plants and Flowers, admiring the beauty of the shape,
http://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/News/New-RHS- colour, flower, texture and smell can all
Encyclopedia-of-Plants-and-Flowers stimulate the senses and provide
enjoyment.
Be culturally aware, e.g. for older
Maximize perennial planting. Annuals take up more time people, traditional garden plants such
but seed sowing & propagation can be incorporated into as roses, lillies etc. can evoke
meaningful garden activity. memories. Also daisy chains,
dandelion clocks, conkers, unusual
wartime recipes and old remedies from
Place herbs, lavender and other scented plants so that
nature can all be brought up in
when brushed they will release their fragrance conversation (Cobley 2003)
Use non-poisonous and nontoxic plants. Some Using things grown in the garden
suggests further activities such as
plants can harm people if eaten, others can cause
arranging flowers (incl. drying &
skin rashes and irritation. Consult the Royal pressing them), leaf/potato print cards,
Horticultural Society listing of potentially hazardous make lavender bags and sprays, pot
garden plants at pourri, muslin bath herbs as well as
http://www.rhs.org.uk/research/documents/c_and_e_harmf preparing and eating produce from
ul.pdf the garden (Cobley 2003).
Physical gardening can be enjoyed as
Plant spiky, thorny plants out of arms reach or at the back well as garden watching, try bringing
of a border, where their architectural attributes can be chairs into the garden (Cobley 2003)
admired, without being hazardous. Plan the garden using plant
catalogues, garden books, magazines,
TV programmes and gardening web
pages such as the BBC
For suggestions regarding all year
round garden activities, many of which
can be adapted for those with
dementia and sensory impairment see
the Trellis Factsheet Planning Year
Round Garden Activities Ideas and
Resources available from the Trellis
Factsheet web pages at
http://trellisscotland.org.uk/factsheets
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7. for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. If you would like to contribute material to
this resource, please email info@trellisscotland.org.uk.
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