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Explore the latest research, best practices, case studies, and innovations in dementia care, aged care, and non-pharmacological therapy.

Aged Care

How We Transformed Aged Care through Virtual Reality in 2024

2024 has been an extraordinary year for NeuronsVR. From creating culturally immersive virtual reality programs to improving pain management in aged care, our personalised VR therapy has made a meaningful impact on residents, families, and care providers across Australia. Here’s a look back at some of the highlights and moments that truly defined our year.

Dementia Care

Innovative Dementia Care Strategies at St Anna’s: Leading the Way in Exceptional Aged and Dementia Care

St Anna’s Residential Aged Care in Brompton, South Australia is redefining aged and dementia care by embracing innovative strategies that focus on person-centred care and the unique needs of each resident. As an inclusive, not-for-profit facility, St Anna’s prioritises an approach that values residents’ independence, personal history, and cultural background, all while creating a safe and supportive environment.

Dementia Care, First Nations

Dementia Therapy for First Nations Residents

NeuronsVR has pioneered an innovative therapeutic approach that uniquely meets the cultural needs of First Nations aged care residents with Dementia. Collaborating with ARRCS and First Nations Elders, NeuronsVR provides an experience unmatched by traditional care. With exclusive access to culturally significant sites, NeuronsVR has created custom immersive virtual reality experiences to empower residents to reconnect with cultural memories in a setting of profound respect and authenticity.

Pain Management

Transforming Pain Management during Wound Care through Virtual Reality

It’s no secret that virtual reality (VR) is revolutionising many areas of healthcare – and pain management is no exception. NeuronsVR’s innovative VR therapy offers a new, non-pharmacological solution for pain management and wound care, particularly benefiting residents living with dementia.

Lifestyle programs

How St George Hospital is Using NeuronsVR Virtual Reality Therapy to Enhance Patient Wellbeing

At NSW Health’s St George Hospital in Kogarah, innovation and compassionate care come together to create a positive impact on the lives of patients in their acute dementia ward. Over the past few years, the hospital has been utilising NeuronsVR Virtual Reality Therapy as a groundbreaking approach to manage and improve the well-being of patients with advanced dementia. This therapy is proving to be a game-changer, offering an effective alternative to traditional treatments such as psychotropic medications.

Case Study

Rediscovering Italy through Virtual Reality: Josie’s Journey with NeuronsVR

At NeuronsVR, we are passionate about creating immersive virtual reality therapy experiences that transcend boundaries and reconnect individuals with their cherished memories. Our client at Milpara Residential Care Home in Rostrevor, South Australia, took one of their residents named Josie, on an incredible journey to her hometown in Italy using our specialised virtual reality headset.