Benefits of Aquariums in Long-Term Care
Several studies have shown the impact of nature-focused decor in LTC facilities.
Aquariums and the fish inside, in particular, offer residents a unique list of benefits:
Aquariums Improve Nutritional Intake
A challenge affecting many nursing home residents is poor nutritional intake. In a study conducted by Purdue University, an aquarium is seen as a solution.
Average nutritional intake increased by more than 20% after introducing an aquarium to the space, helping more residents maintain and add healthy weight.
Aquariums Boost Resident’s Sleep
Residents in memory care units often experience difficulties falling asleep and staying asleep. We will again reference Purdue University’s study.
After introducing the aquarium and giving residents time to relax around the display, the data showed significant improvement in their sleep quality.
Aquariums Reduce Disruptive Behaviors
Adults living with Dementia respond positively to aquariums because observing fish is a sensory stimulation activity.
Watching the calming habitat helps sharpen their focus for longer periods and can also encourage engagement with others.
Aquariums Increase Job Satisfaction
In the same study by Purdue University, many of the staff members satisfaction score was recorded weeks before and weeks after introducing a fish tank. Researchers found a significant rise in job satisfaction throughout their team in the following weeks.
The Value of Nursing Home Aquariums
Dollars and cents do not define an aquarium’s value. It’s the effect it has on the people interacting with it.
Sure, you can hang a TV on the wall and call it “entertainment”, but you’d never call it “therapy”.
There is no replacement for the presence of real, living fish right in front of you. You may not see attributable profits on a balance sheet, but the delight of an aquarium will be felt throughout your community.
We Clean The Fish Tank For You
We offer a full suite of cleaning services to maintain your beautiful aquarium every step of the way.
A fish tank of this size would typically cost several thousand dollars, not including maintenance costs.
But with a lease from Serenity, we build, install, stock, and maintain your new aquarium for no upfront cost and a low monthly fee!
Why Choose a Serenity Aquarium?
Watch the video below to see why Keith from Snyder Nursing Home, and others like him, trust Serenity USA to provide exceptional aquariums and services.
Or, if you have questions about our products or services, feel free to contact us.
