Denise Wright, MD of JPS said: “Every
memory we have is unique and
precious, yet they are as delicate and
fragile as a petal. Memories can be
easily damaged or blown away in the
wind, but they remain forever a part of
the flower that created them”.
The Royal Bournemouth Hospital Petal
Garden is now being used by the five
wards of dementia patients.
Dementia affects 850,000 families in
the UK and is expected to soar to two
million by 2051. Green therapy can
bring comfort, friendship and a sense
of independence to those affected,
while offering respite for their carers
and families.
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