| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 589-605 |
| Number of pages | 17 |
| Journal | International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation |
| Volume | 38 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published (VoR) - 22 Jul 2020 |
Funding
The Kent Mental Health Association provided a comprehensive report about the problems faced by people with mental health issues. This report inspired KAT volunteers to become Dementia Champions, who, to date, have trained 160 staff and volunteers making Knole the only dementia friendly NT property in Kent. This was possible through the Alzheimer’s Society who provided grants and free training as well as the HLF awarding additional funding. The training applies in general to many other mental health issues enabling those trained to assist a broad demographic of visitors. It was requested that this training is taught to all at Knole, showing all Knole personnel are invested in becoming dementia aware. Additionally, 15 guides were trained to provide visually impaired tours, another non-physical addition to provide inclusiveness.
Keywords
- Accessibility
- Building conservation
- Dementia
- Inclusion