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Sensory Garden
Relax in our beautiful, dementia-friendly garden
Our garden space has been created to provide not only the opportunity to support mental health and wellbeing, but also volunteering, outdoor exercise and relaxation.
Natasha, a Wayfinder at Sage House says: "The sensory and therapeutic elements of the garden can improve wellbeing & mood, encourage social interactions and communication, reduce symptoms of anxiety and maintain physical activity."
You can find our garden in front of Sage House, City Fields Way, Tangmere, PO20 2FP.
Sage House is open Monday - Friday, 9am - 4pm.
Our garden has been designed as an accessible space for everyone to appreciate and enjoy. Feel free to drop in and explore.
The garden is intended to stimulate all our senses:
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The plants and structures have been selected for their different colours, scents, textures, shapes, movement and patterns.
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The sensory experience can evoke memories and also reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety.
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Interaction with the restorative healing elements of nature can improve wellbeing and mood.
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Active engagement in the garden through activities such as painting, watering and maintenance promotes positive physical activity.
The Garden Transformation and Jim, one of our customers
Watch this video to see how our sensory garden came to life, and how it's helped Jim, one of our customers who lives with dementia. Jim has become a key volunteer of the gardening committee, helping oversee the upkeep of our garden.
"Our quality of life is so enhanced by being able to use Sage House" - Jim and his wife Jo.
Dedications in our garden
Celebrate someone special by dedicating a heartfelt tribute in our beautiful sensory garden. Click the button below to see the options available and help create a space filled with love and memories.
