My Place Nursery

A calming, nurturing space where residents can interact with life-like baby dolls and a soothing environment designed to inspire emotional connection, purpose, and comfort. Research shows that nurturing activities can significantly reduce anxiety, provide sensory stimulation, and rekindle joyful memories in older adults, particularly those living with dementia.

Objectives:

Enhance emotional wellbeing and reduce loneliness.
Provide a meaningful, sensory-rich activity.
Create a comforting environment that encourages nurturing and reminiscence.

Impact:

Emotional comfort for residents.
Increased socialization among residents and caregivers.
Decreased agitation for memory care residents.
Opportunities for purposeful engagement through doll therapy, storytelling, and nurturing routines.
Reduced anxiety and loneliness
Stimulates memories

Items Can Include:

Life-like Baby Dolls	For interaction, nurturing, and emotional engagement.
Glider Rocking Chair	Gentle motion provides calming sensory input.
Bassinet	To “put the babies down” and add realism to the nursery.
Cubical Storage with Cloth Bins	Organized storage for clothes, books, and accessories.
Children’s Books	For storytelling, memory stimulation, and quiet activities.
Baby Receiving Blankets	For swaddling dolls, providing comfort.
Disposable Diapers (Newborn Size)	For “changing” the baby dolls, encouraging care routines.
Clothing for Dolls	Allows dressing, caregiving, and role-playing activities.
Bassinet Sheets	For hygiene and cozy bedding.
Sound Machine	Gentle lullabies or white noise to create a soothing atmosphere.
Nursery-Themed Wall Art	To create a visually warm and welcoming space.
Keepsake Boxes	For storing residents’ personal items or nursery memories.
Soft Toys & Stuffed Animals	For tactile stimulation and play.