Sheridan Villa is inviting its residents and partners, The University of Guelph, Ferdom Construction, Kiwanis Club of Mississauga South Inc., Clargreen Gardens Ltd. and local media to begin planting its new outdoor garden. Dr. Sheridan Villa custom designed its therapeutic gardens to suit the needs of all residents. Residents with Alzheimer's or other dementias will particularly benefit from the garden's protective qualities. The ground has been evened out to facilitate walking and there will be no curbs to trip over, nor any narrow areas that cannot accommodate two wheelchairs side by side. Meandering paths will give residents a sense of privacy without blocking them from the view of staff.
Evidence shows that the cognitively impaired are more sensitive to their surroundings.