A5080324929- Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes
- Migration, Aging, and Tourism Studies
- Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research
- Urban Green Space and Health
- Aging, Elder Care, and Social Issues
- Spatial Cognition and Navigation
- Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving
- Assistive Technology in Communication and Mobility
- Aging and Gerontology Research
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Place Attachment and Urban Studies
- Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders
- Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
- Healthcare Decision-Making and Restraints
- Building Energy and Comfort Optimization
- Older Adults Driving Studies
- Architecture, Design, and Social History
- Urban Design and Spatial Analysis
- Color perception and design
- Health, Environment, Cognitive Aging
- Systems Engineering Methodologies and Applications
- Geographic Information Systems Studies
- Design Education and Practice
- Employment and Welfare Studies
- Innovative Approaches in Technology and Social Development
Innovative Designs in Environments for an Aging Society
2013-2025
Integrated Detector Electronics AS (Norway)
2018
Corporación Universitaria de Colombia Ideas
2018
Ideas42
2018
Judith Rothschild Foundation
2017
National Council on Aging
2015
University of Wisconsin–Madison
2012-2014
University of Iowa
2014
Google (United States)
2011
Institute for Development and Economic Analysis
2007
Objective. To develop an observational instrument that describes the ability of physical environments institutional settings to address therapeutic goals for persons with dementia.
Mobility combined with impaired mental functioning presents safety risks for Alzheimer's patients and poses an ethical dilemma staff. This study, conducted on unit, tested seven different visual barrier conditions reducing patient exits. Findings indicate that exiting was eliminated under two conditions. The results suggest agnosia, the inability to interpret what eye sees, may be utilized as a tool in managing wandering behavior of patients.
Abstract Background and Objectives Wayfinding can be challenging in many long-term care communities (LTCCs) due to size, poor visibility, inadequate wayfinding design, as well cognitive impairment of some residents. The purpose this study was investigate the effects distinctive cues signage placed at key points within communities, with without a trained memory strategy called spaced retrieval (SR), on ability life-space. Research Design Methods Fifteen LTCCs were randomized control (arm 1),...
The Professional Environmental Assessment Procedure (PEAP) was developed as a global quality-assessment measure for use by trained professionals in special care units older people dementia of nursing homes. PEAP consists nine ratings whose relationship to another assessment device, the Therapeutic Environment Screening Schedule (TESS), is reported. Although designed be multidimensional, tested 43 seems reflect primarily single evaluative dimension. It correlates highly with TESS and may used...
Purpose: There is debate about the relative merits and costs of private versus shared bedrooms in nursing homes, particularly light current efforts at creating both cost-efficient person-centered care facilities. The purpose this project was to explore extent which there evidence-based information that supports three different bedroom configurations: traditional shared, enhanced private. Design Methods: We developed a framework four broad domains were related psychosocial, clinical,...
SUMMARY There is growing evidence that exposure to bright light may improve circadian rhythms in individuals with dementia residing shared residential settings. The vast majority of this research uses electric boxes. However, the outdoor environment not only provides but natural elements which have been shown a restorative effect across broad range situations. Previous sought explore impact time spent outdoors on sleep and/or agitation was hampered by low outdoors. This project, conducted...
To evaluate measures of dementia care environments by comparing a special facility (SCF) with traditional institutional facilities (TIFs).A cross-sectional comparative study nursing home conducted as part longitudinal on quality life for residents dementia.Twenty-four homes and one facility.One SCF six distinct environments, 24 TIFs 45 88 family members.Therapeutic Environment Screening Scale-2+ (TESS-2+); Special Care Unit Environmental Quality Scale (SCUEQS), subset the TESS-2+ items;...
This study explores the association ofphysical environments with behaviors and care ofpeople dementia. In order to have a comparative understanding, environmental settings of traditional nursing facility an innovative dementia unit on same campus were selected. Behavioral observations done 12 residents before after their move ftrom unit. Resident staffusage in shared spaces systematically recorded analyzed Findings include increased use ofthe activity spaces, social interaction among...
Research has shown that communication is affected by the environment and modifications can improve skills in individuals with dementia. Poorly designed environmental features contribute to unsatisfactory responses or behaviors cognitive impairment. Environmental must be customized person, setting, activity. Assessment provides a practical means of systematically acquiring information, translating it into appropriate recommendations, evaluating success those recommendations. This indicates...
Nursing homes that are working on adopting person-centered care (PCC) practices express concerns about giving residents the freedom to make their own decisions and accompanying risks. This challenge is especially true for those who at beginning of PCC change process. Although Centers Medicare Medicaid Services regulations clear have right a dignified existence self-determination, facility must protect promote rights, examples abound communities coercing, cajoling, or requiring do things they...
Abstract The design of long-term care facilities has changed radically over the past three decades, due in large part to pioneering work Powell Lawton. His early conceptualizations key principles for people with dementia-orientation, negotiability, personalization, social interaction and safety-were considered somewhat radical when first applied Weiss Institute. Now, several decades later, many implications these have been empirically validated, are pervasive standard practice design. This...
Background If designed and implemented appropriately, technology can potentially be effective in increasing efficiencies enhancing the quality of care life for older people living nursing home, assisted living, continuing retirement communities. Yet, technologies remain rare these settings United States. The purpose this exploratory study is to identify common themes about barriers adopting technologic innovations U.S. residential long-term settings. Methods We conducted semi-structured...
To identify the optimal spatial and dimensional requirements of grab bars that support independent assisted transfers by older adults their care providers.Although research has demonstrated toilet based on Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Standards do not meet needs adults, specific for alternative configurations are unknown.A two-phased study providers in residential facilities was conducted to determine bars. Seniors caregivers skilled nursing performed using a mock-up...