The construction of a third care house at Uniting Amala’s aged care home in Gordon will expand support for older Canberrans living with dementia.
Uniting said the third care house at the Tuggeranong site was opened on November 12 and had increased the capacity of the aged care home to 124 beds with 40 beds in dementia-specific households.
Uniting Director of Property and Housing, Simon Furness said all households at Uniting Amala were under the ‘household model of care which empowers residents throughout the day in smaller households of 18-20 people.
“This highly flexible approach honours and respects the wishes of residents by putting their needs first to make sure that they are living the life they want to lead,’ said Mr Furness.
With the construction of the new care house, Uniting Amala will now feature two high-care ‘memory support unit households for residents with dementia.
“The Uniting community is excited to provide further support for those living with dementia in Canberra and we continue to look forward to serving the local community in Canberra by providing them with excellent clinical care and lifestyle options,” he said.
“We see the household model of care as the centrepiece of our clinical approach that puts the dignity and wishes of our residents at its centre. Something that is particularly important for older Australians living with dementia.” said Director of Property and Housing.”
