Place is a space made meaningful through relationship.
Nature is therapeutic for which the garden is a healing tool.
People with dementia can use nature as a tool to communicate.
A care environment is one which facilitates relationships.
A person's level of cognition is no measure of their subjective well-being.
Dementia enables "Prosentia"- the increased ability to sense, feel and express emotion and affection.
"Edge space" affords sensory stimulation and the potential for social interaction.
Real life is the activity.
Fresh air is a human right.
So is going outside.
Further reading...
Why nature is important for older people and people with dementia. (pdf)
Key factors involved in connecting a person with dementia to nature. (pdf)
Architecture, Nature and Care. (pdf)
Prosentia Hypothesis. (pdf)