Program Details
Name
Virtual Reality Experience
Description

Use VR headsets to transport residents to different locations or experiences, such as walking through a park, visiting a museum, or attending a concert.

Goals

Provide immersive experiences, stimulate memory, and offer a sense of adventure.

Procedure
  • Set up VR headsets and ensure they are charged and functioning.
  • Select VR experiences that are suitable for the residents.
  • Assist residents with putting on headsets and explain how to use them.
  • Monitor residents for any signs of discomfort or motion sickness.
  • Facilitate discussions about the experiences afterward.
  • Staffing Requirements

    1 staff member and possibly one contractor bringing the VR headsets in to help troubleshoot

    Supplies/Resources

    VR headsets, VR-compatible devices, comfortable seating, VR content subscriptions.

    Risks
  • Motion sickness, discomfort from wearing headsets, sensory overload.
  • Expected Outcomes

    Use VR headsets to transport residents to different locations or experiences, such as walking through a park, visiting a museum, or attending a concert.

    Program Type
    Both
    Level of Care
    All
    Dimension of Wellness
    Emotional
    Hobbies
    Virtual Reality Games
    Images