There are many ways to adapt a home to make it suitable for dementia patients. But for a lot of families, it can be difficult to know where to start. This was highlighted in a recent survey carried out by United Carpets & Beds, in which 30% of those surveyed admitted they simply wouldn’t know what to do beyond addressing the most obvious hazards.
Only 7% of the people surveyed suggested they would change the interior décor, without realizing this can actually cause dementia sufferers significant distress. Flooring in particular can present problems—patients can easily be confused by patterned or flecked carpets and by highly polished floors. According to the Alzheimer’s Society’s guide to making your home dementia-friendly: