PHILADELPHIA: Namaste Care is a structured program of sensory activities that aims to improve end-of-life care for people in nursing homes who have advanced dementia by giving them pleasure and helping them connect with others.
Although Namaste Care is only one part of our person-centred approach, there have been clear improvements in residents’ behaviour, mood and quality of life since providing it three to five times a week. There are also signs of improved satisfaction among staff and residents’ families…