Baxter Health has become the first hospital in Arkansas to offer dementia doll therapy, a program its behavioral health team says can reduce anxiety and agitation in patients living with advanced dementia.
The hospital’s Behavioral Health department launched the program in partnership with The Grand Baby Project, a Houston-based organization that describes itself as the nation’s leading provider of dementia doll therapy. The approach uses specially designed pretend baby dolls to help patients reconnect with feelings of comfort, attachment and purpose.
“Dementia can make the world feel isolating for those affected,” said Sherry Wright, behavioral health coordinator at Baxter Health. “It is a testament to Baxter Health’s dedication to the community that we are the first hospital in Arkansas to provide this therapeutic tool that will provide a sense of purpose and support for patients with advanced dementia.”…