There have been \u2013 and continue to be \u2013 significant changes in the market for products and services targeted to Individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer\u2019s or other forms of dementia. Compliance with the AODA is mandatory and the associated regulations can be daunting. But beyond compliance, Wayfinding for this growing segment of the population must take a different approach in order to stand out from general signage and be distinguishable; otherwise, it will go unnoticed. <\/span><\/p>\n This may seem counter to established design guidelines. However, we have developed winning strategies precisely in this manner with our innovative Memory Care line. Our solutions are simple, practical, effective, and relevant \u2013 all designed to help with routine activities and improve your residents\u2019 well-being. Drawn from a unique set of design requirements, we incorporate the use of images as well as text to produce unrivalled products such as Memory Frames and Boxes to help residents find and recognize their rooms. Despite \u201cstanding out,\u201d they still complement the residence\u2019s design and successfully add a dimension of warmth and caring. <\/span><\/p>\n The Aroh team has a solid understanding of signage for memory care, having worked on many projects and undertaken significant research into Memory Care Wayfinding. We\u2019ll help facilitate a strategy that works for each residence, helps manage residents\u2019 anxiety by providing them with communication tools they can understand, and remains focused on resident safety by ensuring all signage meets regulations.<\/span><\/p>\n We employ alternative Wayfinding strategies such as artwork, graphics, colour, etc. \u2013 as well as the use of images or graphic panels in common rooms and hallways \u2013 even branding an entire Memory Care area in the residence to give it a unique identity.<\/span><\/p>\n Our wall-mounted landmarks \u2013murals or 3D wall-mounted pieces \u2013 are purposely large and easily referenced. We understand how to use them effectively; often, a wall at an intersection is the ideal location, particularly at key decision points in the residence. Whatever its design, the landmark needs to use appropriate colours and be constructed in a shape or form that is easily recognized.<\/span><\/p>\n This combines reminiscence therapy with the benefits of exercise. Large murals placed strategically around the memory area (featuring images relevant to residents) create stopping points and are designed to stimulate memory recall and conversation. Designed to function as wall art, these murals help to maintain and heighten the home-like feel of the residence. The visual presence of Memory Walk murals creates reference points for residents with early-stage dementia, functioning as Wayfinding aids to help them find their way and keep them more independent. And visitors will love them too \u2013 they are great conversation starters! <\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_wp_custommenu nav_menu=”65″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][mk_divider style=”padding_space”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][mk_page_section bg_color=”#e1de1a” min_height=”0″ padding_top=”50″ padding_bottom=”50″ sidebar=”sidebar-1″][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][mk_fancy_title color=”#007db6″ size=”22″ font_weight=”bold” txt_transform=”uppercase” letter_spacing=”1″ margin_top=”15″ margin_bottom=”0″ font_family=”none” align=”right”]Want to work with us?[\/mk_fancy_title][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][mk_button dimension=”flat” size=”large” icon=”mk-icon-thumbs-o-up” icon_anim=”side” url=”\/connect”]GET IN TOUCH![\/mk_button][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/mk_page_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" [vc_row fullwidth=”true”][vc_column][mk_image src=”http:\/\/www.arohinc.com\/development\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/aroh-memory-care-header-image.jpg” image_size=”full” align=”center”][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_bottom=”0″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”false”] Memory Care There have been \u2013 and continue to be \u2013 significant changes in the market for products and services targeted to Individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer\u2019s or other forms of dementia. Compliance with the AODA is mandatory and the associated regulations can be daunting. But beyond […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-9247","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"\n<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_bottom=”0″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”false”]\n
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