施設に「バスの来ないバス停」 利用者の帰宅願望寄り添い 山梨

A care facility in Yamanashi Prefecture has created a "bus stop where no buses come" as a way to connect residents with their desire to return home. This unique installation allows individuals to sit at the bus stop, evoking memories and feelings associated with their past lives and hometowns. The initiative aims to provide comfort and a sense of continuity for elderly residents, particularly those with dementia, by offering a familiar and evocative space.

This initiative highlights innovative approaches to enhancing the emotional well-being and quality of life for elderly individuals in care facilities by acknowledging and supporting their psychological needs and memories.