2021 Environments for Aging

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E04 - Canceled - Twelve Design Guidelines for Dementia-Friendly Healthcare Facilities (Room Meeting Room 13)

29 Aug 21
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM

Tracks: Improving Memory + Specialty Care

With the incidence of dementia sharply on the rise, a global movement has taken root to create dementia-friendly communities. Creating dementia-friendly communities calls for designing dementia-friendly environments. Informed by evidence, the dementia-friendly design guidelines to be discussed in this presentation will enable healthcare organizations (from hospitals to clinics) to implement solutions to elevate the clinical experience. Learn how to enhance universal healthcare environments through the clever use of color and lighting, the intelligent selection of finishes and furnishings, the savvy implementation of wayfinding and layout strategies, and the vital inclusion of outdoor spaces.