85% of residents in aged care facilities have some form of dementia, with many experiencing severe symptoms. Mercy Health has embarked on several groundbreaking research initiatives to address this growing challenge, including a partnership with Monash University to co-design a dementia care model based on the Montessori method. “The Montessori model of dementia care is about providing meaningful activities and a sense of purpose to those living with dementia,” Douglas explains.“Our partnership with Monash University is helping us create a model that emphasizes independence and dignity, ensuring that our residents can continue to engage in life in meaningful ways.” This partnership also examines how the physical environment of aged care homes impacts those 35 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 06, ISSUE 09 MERCY HEALTH
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