Canberra Set to Benefit from Further Dementia-Specific Support

The construction of a third care house at Uniting Amala’s aged care home in Gordon has expanded supports for older Australians living with dementia. The third care house at the site was opened on November 12th and has increased the capacity of the aged care home to 124 beds with 40 beds in dementia-specific households.

All households at Uniting Amala are under the ‘household model’ of care which empowers residents to make their own choices 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.

With the construction of the new care house, Uniting Amala will now feature two high-care ‘memory support unit’ households for residents with dementia.

“On November 12th we will be celebrating by welcoming more residents into their new home.

“The Uniting community is excited to provide further support for those living with dementia in Canberra.

“We continue to look forward to serving the local community in Canberra by providing them with excellent clinical care and lifestyle options.

“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, Simon Furness.

Uniting is one of Australia’s largest providers of residential aged care in NSW and ACT, operating more than 50 sites across NSW and ACT.