Focus: Facility Design

Palliative and hospice facilities' calming environments focus on patients and families

Healing spaces are aesthetically designed to help patients and family members cope


The healthcare environment is a key factor in the success of palliative and end-of-life care, according to Health Facilities Management website.

Healing spaces that are aesthetically designed to help patients and family members cope with the situation are extremely important. So are privacy and places to talk with members of the care team. 

Design features that mitigate symptoms and side effects are key. Windows are very important.

Reduced walking distances, easy wayfinding, organized clinical space and team work areas for caregivers are also critical to delivering effective palliative care.

Read the article.

 

 



November 10, 2016


Topic Area: Architecture


Recent Posts

Healthcare Is the New Retail

How site selection strategies are shaping the future of medical real estate.


Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services Launches Campaign to Renovate Health Center

The $2 million capital campaign aims to renovate and expand the outpatient behavioral health center in Elizabeth, New Jersey.


Ground Broken for New North Dakota State Hospital

The 300,000-square-foot facility in Jamestown will provide 140 beds in a modern, trauma-informed care environment.


AI Usage for Healthcare Facilities

People in all industries are finding more use cases for artificial intelligence.


Ground Broken on Pelican Valley Senior Living Modernization Project

It is expected to reach completion in early-mid 2027.


 
 


FREE Newsletter Signup Form

News & Updates | Webcast Alerts
Building Technologies | & More!

 
 
 


All fields are required. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

 
 
 
 

Healthcare Facilities Today membership includes free email newsletters from our facility-industry brands.

Facebook   Twitter   LinkedIn   Posts

Copyright © 2023 TradePress. All rights reserved.