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Reaping the benefits of gardening for people with dementia
Author(s)Kim Grove
Journal titleHomecarer, January 2013
PublisherUK Home Care Association, January 2013
Pagespp12-13
Sourcehttp://www.ukhca.co.uk/homecarer.aspx?1=1
KeywordsDementia ; Well being ; Therapy ; Gardening.
AnnotationThis article looks at the value and benefits of gardening as a therapeutic activity for people with dementia. The importance of making the garden a safe physical environment is also emphasised. Some activities for the garden are suggested briefly, eg walking, reading, plant identification, flower arranging and entertaining. (JL).
Accession NumberCPA-130201200 A
ClassmarkEA: D:F:5HH: LO: HSG

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