Montesorri principles

Southern Cross Care Tasmania is the first aged care provider in Tasmania to introduce Montessori method of care to residents.

Montessori for dementia and cognitive impairment, focuses on supporting both the person and the environment, which is adapted to support memory loss and independence.

Montessori environments help people re-learn skills associated with daily activities such as gardening, getting ready to go out and setting a table for dinner. Staff trained in Montessori methods breakdown the tasks and together with memory cues and repetition, people are enabled to function at their highest level.

We understand we cannot change the often-devastating effects of memory loss, but by embracing Montessori principals we can make a positive change for our residents living with dementia.

Southern Cross Care Tasmania is working closely with Anne Kelly, Director of Montessori Consulting in Australia. 

Through the Montessori method, people living with dementia can make meaningful contributions to their community and engage in meaningful activities. It has been a privilege to work with the team at Southern Cross Care who have really embraced this program to the benefit of those who need this help the most.

Southern Cross Care has successfully implemented the renowned Montessori method of care to its Rivulet and Fairway Rise aged care facilities in Southern Tasmania, and Glenara Lakes and Yaraandoo in Northern Tasmania.