Happiness Programme
Introduction to the Happiness Programme
The Happiness Programme has been developed by Social Ability which blends interactive, sensory light technology with a guided programme and training and support. Developed for people living with cognitive physical care needs the projector, known as a Magic Table 360, offers meaningful and engaging activity. The activities are a collection of interactive games, quizzes and mindful immersive content that are proving to be effective.
The Happiness Programme is a subscription service with the offer continuing to develop and evolve. Wi-Fi connectivity ensures new updates are available with the supplier adding new content and content for specific events including Christmas. The flexibility of the table gives users the option to project through 360 onto a table, wall, bedsheet or ceiling. Social Ability provides a wraparound support process from onboarding support for set-up and training, ongoing technical advice and tailored reporting.
Happiness Programme in Gwent
- The Gwent Regional Partnership Board (GRPB) has provided funding to introduce the Happiness Programme across Gwent.
- The GPRB Assistive Technology Programme team has been working with Social Ability to distribute and onboard organisations across Gwent.
- Delivery of the devices commenced in August 2022 and the Happiness Programme is now up and running in health board locations, third-sector organisations and social housing settings (mostly care homes) in the 5 Gwent local authorities.
- A total of 143 devices have been delivered.
- Impact is being collated and monitored with early indications showing positive results.
Happiness Programme Resources
Happiness Programme Support and Training
- Happiness Programme set-up and training forms part of the onboarding process with each setting offered the same
- If training is required use the support guide above for more information or call - 01732 373035
AT Feedback / Impact Case Studies
- The Gwent RPB Assistive Technology programme welcomes feedback and case studies on AT devices and projects across Gwent, you can do this in two ways:
Happiness Programme Impact / Outcomes
These are some of the Happiness Programme impacts listed on the My Improvement Network website:
Happiness Programme Feedback
"The Happiness programmes has encouraged residents to interact with each other leading to conversations that would not have happened. It is an excellent tool for using distracting techniques when residents become agitated." - Rowan House Nursing Home