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Humanistic Design of Assisted Living

Resource Type

Book

Description

"Assisted living, a relatively new industry, provides an alternative to traditional long-term care. These residences serve the increasing numbers of elders who need help with daily activities but wish to maintain independence. Although they are promoted as resident centered and noninstitutional, research based on consumer input indicates that many older adults and their family members do not find the buildings to be particularly friendly, warm, or supportive In Humanistic Design of Assisted Living, John P. Marsden has translated research-based information into innovative and practicable design strategies that directly address those unfavorable perceptions. Marsden provides an overview of assisted living's evolution then addresses the current information resources available to designers."--

Ages

All Ages

Age Groups

Adulthood (22+)

Languages

English

ISBN

0801880319

Author

John P. Marsden

Publication

2005 Johns Hopkins Univ Press

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