Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center's Dutch-inspired rehab gym highlighted in the 'Last Detail' feature of Health Facilities Management magazine
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center's Dutch-inspired pediatric rehabilitation gym was highlighted in the "Last Detail" feature of Health Facilities Management magazine.
Based on a concept called Snoezelen — a combination of the Dutch words snuffelen (explore) and doezelen (relax) — the space includes interactive bubble tubes, a sound-activated panel, projector lights, fiber-optic cables, music and a large tactile panel.
Environmental services use cleaning carts every day, but they are often overlooked. Keeping them clean and properly stocked is key to preventing infection in healthcare facilities.
As healthcare moves toward prevention and long-term wellness, the Alice L. Walton Healthcare Campus illustrates how design strategies are evolving to support this transition.