Having an outdoor space can have many benefits, and our residents at Steep House Nursing Home always enjoy being outside in the garden.
Outdoor spaces are good for stress, depression, and anxiety. These spaces can be tailormade to suit anybody and a variety of activities, from gardening to cooking and exercise. Spending time outdoors is said to improve sleep and prevents eye strain as people indoors often have poor lighting and spend time on devices.
It creates more opportunities for friend and family bonding by providing extra space for socializing and, of course, gives us a healthy dose of vitamin D. This helps with fighting off infections and illnesses, improves muscle and bone health, and boosts metabolism.
Fortunately, the weather is now improving, and we plan to start spending more time outside with our residents in the coming months.
