# Dementia-Friendly Apps This App for Dementia Teaches How to Create a Safe Home Environment By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-05-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/app-for-dementia References: [3dprint](https://3dprint.com/125299/dementia-virtual-app/) & [itunes.apple](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/the-dementia-friendly-home/id1051978132?mt=8) Academics at the [University of Wollongong](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evidentree-app) in Australia created a list of 10 Dementia Enabling Environment Principles that inspired the creation of an app for dementia. The Dementia-Friendly Home app takes note of the design principles from the list in order to help partners and caregivers make the most of a physical space in order to improve a patient's well-being. Some of these principles include allowing people to see and be seen and creating familiar spaces. The app reminds of these principles and uses a [virtual home design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loma-home) in order to help others see these guides at work in a simulated environment. Through this app for dementia, carers will be able to see that white built-ins or fixtures against a white wall creates a challenging environment for people suffering from dementia, whereas differently colored objects create much more ease. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Dementia-friendly Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating products and spaces that account for the specific needs of individuals with dementia. - **Virtual Simulation:** Opportunity to develop virtual environments that simulate dementia-friendly spaces, allowing caregivers to learn and apply principles in a practical way. - **Technology-assisted Caregiving:** Opportunity for innovative apps and tools that support caregivers in their efforts to create a safe and conducive environment for dementia patients. ### Who This Affects Most - **Interior Design:** Creating dementia-friendly spaces presents a new niche in interior design, requiring specialized knowledge and expertise. - **App Development:** Developing user-friendly apps that provide valuable guidance and support for dementia caregivers is an emerging market with significant potential. - **Healthcare Technology:** Technological solutions that assist caregivers in caring for individuals with dementia are poised to disrupt the healthcare industry and improve patient outcomes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Homing Compasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/het-kompas.md) - [Brain-Boosting Nutrition Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upgrade-your-brain-cook-app.md) - [Family Caregivers Support Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amintro.md) - [AI Dementia Care](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-dementia-care.md) - [Multi-Sensory Mental Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zensory-app.md) - [AI Alzheimer's Avatars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alzheimers-intelligence.md) - [Dementia Support Smart Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-smart-planter.md) - [AI-Powered Dementia Care Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punto-health.md) - [Chronic Psychosis-Aiding Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slomo-app.md)