The new Harbison Dementia Living complex in Burradoo is the first of its kind in Australia.
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The design of the building re-creates the experience of living at home for the patients. The facade was designed to look like a big country home.
Harbison CEO David Cochran said the design was vital in making dementia patients more comfortable and happy.
The complex is comprised of two households each with 15 rooms as well as a communal lounge room, dining area and kitchen.
"The design allows residents to participate in daily activities such as gardening and cooking," Mr Cochran said.
"The more we can normalise routines the more comfortable people with dementia are."
Mr Cochran said folding towels and other familiar actions were very comforting for people with dementia.
The facility has staff on site 24/7. The staff members don't wear uniforms and blend in like a resident.
"The staff work with residents to create a really flexible day," Mr Cochran said.
"The residents aren't reminded they are in an institution."
The staff's motto is 'feelings matter most'.
"Even if you lose your memory, you never lose your emotions," Mr Cochran said.
"We teach our staff how to make an emotional connection so residents feel safe, valued and loved."
The CEO said the facility focused on all three stages of dementia care from supporting independence, ensuring safety and making last days comfortable.
Harbison Dementia Living is equipped with a smart floor system. The floor detects if a resident falls, or wanders in the night.
The first resident, a 100-year-old woman, will move into the complex in late December.