New approach to dementia care

Candlelit dinners at White Rock.

A good example of the WHA in action took place this February. White Rock had arranged for a series of candlelit suppers to take place over Valentine's week. Relatives and friends were offered the chance to dine with their relatives on their own.

Everyone became involved with this event. Our fantastic catering staff and head chef advised on the menu and prepared a three course meal for each couple. The kitchens also suggested wine to go with the food. The laundry ensured all the red tablecloths were spotless and starched for the tables. The health care support workers dressed up as waitresses and waiters for the afternoon. Even the maintenance team became involved as they sourced or built tables to ensure there enough to go around for everyone.

The feedback from the Valentine's week was moving. Our residents hugely enjoyed the experience of dining out. Their relatives were touched and grateful at the opportunity for a tete-a-tete where memories could be revived in a private setting.

The staff felt they had been involved in creating something that had become incredibly beneficial. White Rock had created a home environment where relatives, residents and employees were  welcomed and valued. Everyone's contribution had counted.

If you would like to read more about our Whole Home Approach, we hope you find the following links helpful.

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Next time, read how White Rock is using Japanese theory of Shinrin-yoku to promote wellbeing for our residents.