An artist impression shows the new dementia care village in Haverhill would be surrounded by countryside. Plans have been approved for a self-contained care village for people with dementia that has been described as the first of its kind in the country. The specialist village for up to people will enable residents to "live life as normal" backers said.
It is based on a Dutch model called Hogeweyk. Care Little Court Ltd said of the Hogeweyk philosophy: "It's small-group living, meaningful occupation - so actually doing things, getting up in the morning and going out to do things, and also freedom to roam in a safe and secure environment. Dementia care village approved for Haverhill in Suffolk An artist impression shows the new dementia care village in Haverhill would be surrounded by countryside Plans have been approved for a self-contained care village for people with dementia that has been described as the first of its kind in the country.
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