The project to develop a garden of the senses had been in the works for several years
, says Nadège Aubert, director of purchasing, assets and logistics for South Channel hospitals. Started in September 2023, the work was finalized last May. Located at the rear of the Arc-en-Sée accommodation facility for dependent elderly people (Ehpad), Avranches hospital, the existing green space has made way for a new garden of 1,200 m² where residents can walk in complete safety. One of the discussions undertaken concerned the problem of walkway passability, and in particular, accessibility for people with reduced mobility. The other big challenge was working on the materials for the 600 m² of paths to make them permeable by allowing water infiltration, and suitable for vehicles.
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A cost of €115,000
The design and layout of the garden were carried out by the landscape company Cossé from Saint-Senier-sous-Avranches (Manche). The cost of the work amounts to €115,000, financed to the tune of €100,000 by the Avranches-Granville hospital center, and €15,000 granted by the nursing home’s internal association, the Muguet Club. The new places dedicated to well-being, relaxation, meetings and sharing, have been decorated with diverse and varied plants. But also shaded corners, a fish pond, a bowling alley and sensory decorations, some of which were made by residents during creative workshops.
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New facilities
All the fences were also redone, and the existing chicken coop was preserved.
specifies Nadège Aubert. Benches with armrests and higher than normal, allowing people to get up more easily, have been installed throughout the garden.
adds Joanny Allombert, director of the Avranches-Granville hospital. This space aims to be intergenerational with openness to families, who can of course accompany their loved ones for a walk in the garden.
