A University Project for Dementia in the UK
A University Project for Dementia in the UK
A University Project for Dementia in the UK
Historic Royal Palaces (HRP) is an independent charity that manages and cares for a range of Crown heritage sites and collections, welcoming over 5 million visitors a year to iconic sites of British history. HRP is a leader in inclusive access to heritage sites, developing a Sensory Palaces initiative for people with sensory needs at Hampton Court, establishing the Dementia-Friendly Heritage Network in 2016 and launching a resource guide for heritage site managers in 2017.
Through ENLIVEN, HRP Community Partnerships Team trialled the development of access provision to a challenging and high-profile site that provides a unique and innovative connection with nature: the moat at The Tower of London. The Tower and its moat receives around 10,000 visits a day in the summer season. The first of its kind globally, the moat project aimed to support and empower people with cognitive impairment to explore and engage with nature. Working collaboratively with people living with dementia and their carers, the project sought to create a sense of calm and wellbeing, with a focus on exploring pollinators, wildlife habitats and biodiversity, and making art.
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