Meet the residents/patients
The patients or residents in the special care Mobility Gallery represent individuals who may have physical, psychosocial and/or cognitive impairments and require both physical and social support. Their future prospects are based upon their ability and opportunities provided to them, which is why, caregivers need to focus on people-centered care in order to promote and maintain mobility.
Albert
This patient/resident is able to perform daily activities independently without assistance from another person, yet may need extra balance support.
Barbara
This patient/resident is partially capable of performing daily activities independently and the assistance she requires is not generally too demanding for the caregiver.
Carl
This patient/resident is unable to perform daily activities without assistance but is able to contribute to the action or perform part of the action independently.
Doris
This patient/resident is incapable of performing daily activities independently or actively contributing in any substantial or reliable way.
Emma
This patient/resident is incapable of performing daily activities independently or actively contributing to their care or transfers.
The Positive Eight
The Positive Eight philosophy visualises the potential positive effects that arise from improving or maintaining a person’s mobility through application of the best care skills, an efficient work environment and the proper equipment.