The importance of designing thoughtful spaces for older adults with sensory disabilities
By
Tu-Anh Bui Johnson
Ron Franks
Jan 17, 2024
Designing inclusive and accessible healthcare spaces can be a challenging experience, especially when architects and planners must heed guidelines that don’t always comprehensively address the needs...
Safety in colors
By
Jean Wendland Porter
Oct 15, 2021
The newly-remodeled lobby of the skilled nursing facility looked more like a luxury hotel. The colors were muted, earth-tone hues, low light illuminating the front desk. It was welcoming to the daughter...
10 things to remember in seniors furnishings
By
Dean Maddalena
Dec 19, 2014
If you’ve been to a recent senior living trade show or picked up a magazine geared toward the industry, you’ve probably seen beautiful, elegant furniture that would look right at home in your...
When to hope for a naked intruder
By
Jacqueline Vance, RNC, CDONA/LTC
Jun 28, 2011
I’ve already written about it being a blessing and a curse to work in long-term care because we know so much about aging and what happens to our bodies as we age. And because I know what is happening,...