Following the launch of its bespoke aged care residence last November in Kilsyth, Walmsley Aged Care now opens it new household supporting those living with dementia.
The Walmsley Memory Support Care has been designed to help those who have been diagnosed with dementia and to provide personalised service and support.
With tailored programs and activities for memory support, and customised living spaces to maximise residents’ safety and wellbeing, the Memory Support Care provides specialised care for residents living with dementia.
Walmsley Aged Care home was rebuilt to Australian Unity’s Better Together® specifications offering residents across the retirement village and older Australians from the local Kilsyth community access to quality care and support within Australian Unity’s signature small-household model of care.
Australian Unity National General Manager Operations, Residential Communities Brett Lafranchi said the Better Together® model was a philosophy that had been developed from over 10 years of experience and research.
“Our model of care creates and fosters important social connections as part of enabling older Australians to age well. Better Together® encourages a sense of connection and community for its customers, employees, and visitors,” Mr Lafranchi said.
“Our newly opened Memory Support Care builds on Walmsley’s existing premium aged care services and accommodation options, with specially-designed suites that provide the comforts of home while maximising space and mobility.”
The household’s architecture includes a north-facing sunroom, landscaped gardens with a continuous walking trail, and an internal pergola and outdoor terrace for residents and visitors to enjoy. Memory support attributes including colour contrasting, clear wayfinding, short corridors with no dead ends, discreet main household entry door, safety features in the kitchen, and security are also key design elements of the Centre.
An extensive activities program is delivered at the household providing dementia residents with safe and enjoyable ways to spend their time and enhance good health and wellbeing.
To find out more or to book a tour, please contact Australian Unity on 1300 896 015 or visit walmsleyvillage.com.au.
