VR Rail Carriages

The St Vincent’s Express Takes Senior Care Residents to 10 Countries

St Vincent's Care Toowoomba launched a first-of-its-kind virtual reality travel experience, St Vincent’s Express, designed to take senior care residents to 10 countries without leaving home. The accessibly designed room transformed into a fine-dining train carriage is equipped with immersive screens, audio storytelling and ample space for people to meaingfully connect with one another on a shared virtual journey. “This initiative is more than just entertainment,” said Residential Care Services Manager Elzette Lategan. “It’s an innovative approach that encourages mental stimulation, emotional engagement and social connection.”

This immersive VR experience recognizes that many residents would love to travel overseas, yet it's truly not practical or possible for many, and St Vincent’s Express offers the next best thing for residents of all mobility levels, including those living with dementia or cognitive decline.

Open at source ↗