Kallar Lodge in Barking and Dagenham is incorporating advanced care technology, such as robot animals and digital translators, to support its 43 elderly residents with dementia. The robot pets have not only minimized distress but have also fostered emotional connections, even encouraging non-verbal patients to communicate. The use of digital translators has improved residents' social interactions by helping them break language barriers. Additionally, movement sensor mats have been successful in reducing falls by alerting staff to changes in residents' positions, indicating a positive shift in care standards.
Kallar Lodge has implemented innovative technology including robot animals and digital translators, which have significantly improved residents' interactions, emotional well-being, and safety.
Staff report that robotic animals have lessened distress among residents and even encouraged non-verbal residents to engage and communicate, enhancing their emotional health.
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