Long-term care facilities can restore a more stable wake/sleep rhythm, according to an article on the Environments for Aging website
By providing a regular pattern of light and darkness, long-term care facilities can restore a more stable wake/sleep rhythm that aligns better with the natural day/night cycle, according to an article on the Environments for Aging website. Quantity and color are the prime considerations when it comes to lighting design in long-term care environments, along with controlling the timing of exposure.
June 16, 2014
Topic Area: Interior Design
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