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Choosing a chair for my relative with dementia
25th June 2024
The Seating Matters caring customer support team is dedicated to assisting you in providing the best care for your loved one. Their knowledgeable experts offer personalised advice to help you choose the right specialist seating tailored to your loved one's unique needs. With compassionate support and detailed guidance, they ensure that you can make informed decisions, enhancing comfort, mobility, and overall well-being for your loved one. Their commitment extends beyond the purchase, offering ongoing support to address any concerns and ensure the seating continues to meet evolving care requirements.
Learn more through our comprehensive range of blogs and webinars on the benefits of therapeutic seating for dementia care.
A recent international study undertaken by Seating Matters showed Seating Matters chairs have a calming effect on patients with respondents reporting a staggering reduction in agitation and pressure injuries, alongside notable reductions in falls, staff supervision, contractures and muscle tone.
noted a reduction in agitation.
stated an increase in time out of bed.
felt that it improved overall quality of care.
Seating Matters chairs have been clinically designed to provide postural support for those with degenerative, neurological conditions including dementia. The Seating Matters Atlanta™ and Sorrento™ have both obtained rating 1A accreditation by the Dementia Services Development Centre at the University of Stirling.
The Atlanta 2™ therapeutic chair has been clinically designed for patients with dementia, preventing slips and falls. Its cocoon-like design provides sensory feedback across the body, making them feel safe, secure and supported.
For patients at risk of falls, and those with vigorous, involuntary movements, the Atlanta has been clinically designed to provide a robust, durable and safe environment, reducing the risk of injuries and falls.
The Sorrento 2 has been engineered to offer the highest levels of clinical support for patients and offering caregivers an enhanced user experience when caring for their patients. Used widely in hospitals and rehabilitation units, the Sorrento 2 provides comfort, support, security and long term benefit to the user. The Sorrento 2 is compatible with stand aids and hoists.
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