Post-surgical patients at a 140-year-old organization can bathe themselves in healing, natural light as they engage in therapy.
Reinventing rehab
By
John Andrews
Apr 06, 2015
SNFs have increased their presence in rehab for years, and now many need to replace, restore or otherwise reinvigorate their programs.
A ‘repurposing’ focus
By
John Andrews
Mar 06, 2015
Renovating a 20-year-old facility in West Texas takes more than fresh paint and new furnishings — it’s a transformation into a modern center
New senior living leader at Hord Coplan Macht
Sep 30, 2013
Glen Tipton, FAIA, has joined the Baltimore-based Hord Coplan Macht firm as a leader in the Senior Living practice
Avante Group partners with Virginia Tech
Jun 19, 2013
Florida-based Avanté Group announced a partnership with Virginia Tech’s School Architecture and Design interior design program to improve the look of residential healthcare facilities,
‘Happy days’ here again
By
McKnight's Staff
Apr 01, 2013
Georgia memory care unit uses 1950s-era design elements to cheer residents with reminders of what the local community once was
Mohawk Group’s ColorSpace delivers full spectrum of design options
Dec 11, 2012
Mohawk Group recently introduced ColorSpace. This new line of vibrant fiber colorways offers a customizable palette of more than 218 color choices.
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,...
Designing senior living environments for tomorrow
By
Gary Prager, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, CDT
Jan 25, 2011
The most difficult part of moving to a senior healthcare community is making the decision to live there. When designing for the wellness and health of seniors, you need to appeal to not only the seniors,...
Strive to integrate assisted living into care continuum at retirement communities
By
Robert C. Pfauth
Feb 16, 2010
There should be a seamless transition between levels of care in continuing care retirement communities.