Assessing the Integration of Age-Friendly Design Research into the Design of Health Care Environments
2024
Making Hospitals Age-Friendly
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Author Information
Author(s): Calkins Margaret
Primary Institution: IDEAS Institute, Cleveland Heights, Ohio, United States
Hypothesis
Can healthcare environments be designed to be more age-friendly for older adults?
Conclusion
The Royal Jubilee Hospital in Vancouver was designed to be age-friendly, improving care for older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Older adults make up a significant portion of hospital patients.
- Environmental design impacts health and well-being outcomes.
- The Royal Jubilee Hospital was specifically designed to be age-friendly.
Takeaway
This study shows that hospitals can be made better for older people by designing them with their needs in mind.
Methodology
Overview of research on age-friendly design in healthcare environments and evaluation processes.
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