Outdoors and green spaces: Nature as therapy

Did you know that access to nature isn’t just nice to have but is vital for all people, especially for those living with dementia? Nature can reduce agitation, improve mood, and encourage movement.   In this episode, Dr Pauline Marsh, Senior Lecturer in Dementia Studies, and Yashi discuss how outdoor design can creates therapeutic, dementia-friendly spaces.  Tune in to learn about·         The healing benefits of nature for people with dementia ·         Features of outdoor environments that have therapeutic impact for people living with dementia·         Designing safe and accessible outdoor spaces ·         Encouraging activity and social connection outdoors ·         Cultural and seasonal considerations in outdoor design  If you work in aged care, respite, or support someone living with dementia, this episode will give you fresh inspiration and practical ideas. Here you can find links to training, and general information about the Venture Out Living lab and Nature Hubs project. https://ventureout.dementia.utas.edu.au/  Recruiting people living in Tasmania for our research! If you live with dementia, or are a care-partner, and you love being in nature please get in touch: [email protected] you have a story to tell about connecting to nature, you might like to contribute to our sister project, the Nature Connection Storytelling Project: https://thenatureconnectionproject.com.au/