Local care home brings a whole new world of happiness to residents

Tixover House Care Home in Rutland has recently brought a bit of happiness to residents by providing a new ‘Lifesize Happi Table and the Happiness Programme’ as a way to improve residents’ quality of life.

The Happi Table uses interactive games to connect residents with staff and with each other, and research shows it improves the wellbeing of people living with dementia. Using interactive light projections, the Happi Table, which can be played independently or in a group, stimulates movement by inviting participants to take part in all sorts of different fun activities such as popping bubbles, playing the piano, colouring in pictures, sweeping leaves or interacting playfully with fish. Games are rich in colour, movement and detail, and allow people of all ages to play in a safe and comfortable environment.

The Happi Table is portable so it can be used wherever residents feel most comfortable. The touchscreen table is pre-installed with over 50 Android Apps to get started, with the option to add further apps tailored to residents’ preferences.

The benefits of the Happi Table have shown to improve mood and behaviours especially across the mid-to-late stages of dementia, greater physical, social and cognitive activity, reduction in withdrawn-like symptoms, weight gain and positive impacts on relationships with care staff, friends and family.

Ive Alexander General Manager of the home, said: “We’re excited to bring a touch of happiness to the residents at our home, the Happi Table will make a big difference by helping to connect residents with staff and with each other, and it’s great fun for the young at heart.”

Dr Pete Calveley, CEO of Barchester Healthcare said: “We are delighted by the initial response of the residents at Tixover Care Home when using the Happi Table. Designed to create moments of happiness for the residents, it is heart-warming to provide positive and invaluable experiences, with residents more motivated to interact with staff, family and carers alike.” 

Our varied life enrichment programme keeps residents active, and provides a daily choice of engaging physical, mental and spiritual activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities.

Tixover House care home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, which is committed to delivering personalised care across its care homes and hospitals. Tixover House provides residential, nursing and dementia care for respite breaks and long-term stays.