Capel Grange was the first of our Nursing Homes that went through an innovative transformation in one of its communities. Reminiscent pods (Rempods) are a creative way to generate reminiscence by recreating scenes, sensory sights and sounds from the past or present. These pods are particularly effective in dementia settings because the resident is taken back to a time they were familiar with when they were either children or members of their communities. The pods are scenes/pictures that are local to that Nursing Home such as the Transporter Bridge in Newport or Roath Park in Cardiff.

We have observed the benefits of the Rempods on our residents and staff who work in that environment. Some of the best moments you witness is seeing or hearing very lively conversations between carer or family with our residents. The pods generate conversations and stories about places they once knew which means times that could be spent feeling isolated and non-communicative are reversed by very natural and therapeutic chitter chatter.

We believe improving the environment for people who live in our Nursing Homes will yield positive and beneficial outcomes for them. We promote healthy lifestyles and wellbeing and encourage people to live out their best possible lives in a safe and stimulating environments.