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provided with a plasma television and
modern furnishings. The Village Square
opens onto a courtyard that is used for
barbeques, concerts and functions.
Dementia care
BlueWave
Living’s
philosophy
in providing dementia care is to
concentrate on the resident’s strengths
and remaining abilities. Staff are
trained to maintain a positive attitude
and provide care in a cheerful manner
that encourages the person afflicted
with dementia.
There are secure dementia units
in both the High Care and Low Care
areas of the facility. Specially designed
recreational activities are conducted for
the residents of the dementia section.
Renovation activity
In the recent past, BlueWave Living
has seen a fair amount of renovation
activity. A new high-care wing has
been built and the front of the facility’s
building has been refurbished. A large
Blue Wave awning which runs from the
front of the building all the way to the
street has been completed.
Currently, the high-care dementia unit
is in the process of being upgraded. It is
getting new flooring and furniture. The
wardrobes, curtains and paintings are
also being changed to give the entire
section a new look.
Vendors and suppliers
Since its establishment in 1989,
BlueWave Living has established strong
relationships with its suppliers. Many of
them have been associated with the
aged care facility for a long period of
time. Themanagement has established
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