See through their eyes
See Through Their Eyes
People with dementia see the world differently. What may look ‘normal’ to you could potentially disorientate them, causing distress or even injury. As a result, the buildings they use must be designed with a deep understanding of the ways in which those with dementia will experience them – from the types of materials used to the interplay of different colours.
Glaucoma - causing loss of peripheral vision
Macular degeneration - causing loss of central vision
Cataracts - meaning opacification of the lens
Hemianopia - causing the person to see one half-side only
In addition, people with dementia may suffer from normal age-related visual impairments, such as:
- Dry-eye syndrome, causing a gritty feeling and a sensation of tiredness in the eyes
- Thickening lenses, causing hazier vision
- Diminished ability to discriminate between colours and sensitivity to glare
- Short- or long-sightedness
At Gradus and our parent company Gerflor, we pride ourselves on our ability to help create buildings in which people with dementia can live happy and comfortable lives. This means understanding both the unique viewpoints of those with the condition – and also of everyone in the supply chain, from architects and specifiers to contractors and installers.
See through their eyes – it’s what we do.
Dementia designs – on demand
Introducing the Gradus Dementia Design Tool. Combining all our products in one place, it enables designers to create complete dementia-inclusive design schemes for care environments, providing total peace of mind that your design scheme is fully compliant.
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Products
Many of our products have been accredited by the world-leading Dementia Services Development Centre at the University of Stirling for use in dementia living areas – with Carezone carpet, a brand of Gerflor, rated 1a.
Blog
We spoke to some key figures in the chain that creates a dementia-inclusive environment, each of whom gave their unique perspective on designing for dementia. Read what they had to say here.
The Campaign
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Groundwork & Age UK
We teamed up with Groundwork UK to create a dementia-inclusive garden at Age UK Tameside in Ashton-under-Lyne. The project saw us help transform the centre’s tired outdoor area into a thriving greenspace that allows the centre’s users to take part in relaxing and meaningful activities. Watch the video to learn more.
Meet the team
Jason Judges, Regional Sales Manager, Gerflor
Hi, I’m Jason, Regional Sales Manager for Gerflor in the North West and West Midlands. I’ve worked in flooring for eight years, collaborating with many designers on flagship care schemes that have centred on inclusive design. With my in-depth knowledge of accessories, matting, carpets, vinyl and wall protection, I can help you to not only get your specification right – but ensure that your building is accessible and inclusive.
Kenny Miller, National Sales Manager, Gerflor
Hi, I’m Kenny. Designing for dementia has been a central focus the Gerflor business for over 15 years, and with an ageing population, we are being asked more and more questions relating to elderly care and dementia. As a key member of the Housing team, I am dedicated to providing the necessary support to enable informed decisions to be made regarding the correct type of flooring to use in dementia living environments.