Discover the Montessori method adapted to dementia and aging!

09 May 2024

At Cogir, the well-being and fulfillment of elderly individuals and those with dementia are at the heart of our concerns. That’s why we are constantly innovating in the methods of fulfillment employed within our communities. At Lumia, a residence located in Pointe-Claire, we have adopted the Montessori method, an innovative approach that transforms dementia care into a meaningful and enriching experience.

Our goal: to create an environment conducive to autonomy and dignity, where everyone can thrive at their own pace.

The Montessori approach focuses on the person behind the cognitive loss, offering personalized activities that stimulate all senses and meet the needs, interests, skills, and abilities of individuals.

By promoting engagement and participation, we reduce anxiety, difficult behaviors, and isolation, while enhancing self-esteem and a sense of accomplishment.

The benefits are numerous:

Reduction of anxiety and depression
Decrease in repetitive questions and constant demands for attention
Improvement in self-esteem
Increase in socialization and family interaction
Stimulation of motor skills and all senses

If you would like to learn more about our fulfillment methods, feel free to contact us! And join us in this beautiful journey for an opportunity to grow, learn, and share together!

About Cogir Real Estate

Incorporated in 1995, Cogir Real Estate employs close to 16,000 people who are passionate about real estate. With our constant desire to give purpose to real estate, we strive to maintain a human focus, to create and to excel in our quest to design living environments that are pleasant, functional and a reflection of their occupants. Our team manages over 420 properties throughout Canada and the United States. We oversee 6 million square feet of commercial property and 60,000 housing units, including more than 220 privately owned seniors’ residences. The Cogir Foundation supports projects and causes involving four major domains, namely youth, seniors, cultural diversity and the environment.