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Early results

To date, an initial baseline assessment on each of the 270 residents who are taking part has been completed by The University’s researchers, followed by a further assessment six months into the project. A range of established tests have been used to assess residents in terms of cognitive and physical functioning, activities of daily living, mood, their perceived quality of life and level of social support.

Whilst caution needs to be exercised in the interpretation of results at this stage, there is a trend towards more positive outcomes at the Enriched Opportunities sites. For example:

• There was a consistent positive improvement in measured quality of life
• Levels of participation in housing scheme activities improved dramatically
• There was a decrease in depression among participants

Central to the Programme is the role of the Locksmith, who works with individual residents and groups to support their care and psychological well-being. All Locksmiths report that they have been able to initiate a wide variety of new activities, which are also appealing to many other residents – helping to break down some of the stigma and isolation which people with dementia can face. As well as introducing new activities they are supporting residents to take part in wider housing scheme activities. Locksmiths are also forging very important links with local Community Mental Health Teams, GPs, The Alzheimer’s Society, local volunteers, music therapists and many others who can add support to the Programme.

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The Main Elements..

A programme of activity that is rich, variable, flexible and practical to enhance an individual well-being.