Trauma informed design
What Program Directors Should Know Before Bulk Ordering Outdoor Furniture
Creating welcoming and practical outdoor spaces is a vital part of supporting behavioral healthcare and human service programs. These spaces give residents and clients a place to relax, connect, and participate in activities that can be deeply meaningful. When you’re buying furniture in bulk, choosing pieces that truly meet your program’s needs will make a…
Read MoreCreating Healing Spaces with Trauma-Informed Design
A Shift in Perspective In the world of architecture and interior design, there’s a growing recognition that the spaces we inhabit profoundly impact our well-being. This is especially true in group living environments, where individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences come together. One design approach that has proven particularly effective in these settings is trauma-informed…
Read MoreSafe Work Settings Will Boost Staff Satisfaction
The health care workforce continues to face tumultuous times. The nursing profession has seen a combination of challenges, including pandemic-related burnout, fuel a loss of more than 500,000 from its ranks. Earlier this month, a short but impactful strike by more than 75,000 Kaiser Permanente nurses, pharmacists and other health professionals sent shock waves across…
Read MoreAll Residents Can Benefit from Greater Socialization
No matter where your facility’s residents are in their life journey, giving them opportunities for meaningful interaction with others can only improve their well-being. Program managers need to do their utmost to encourage social interaction among their participants wherever possible.Socialization“Socialization is the first line of defense against isolation, loneliness and cognitive decline,” Michelle Weinstein, therapeutic…
Read MoreCreating the Ideal Healing Spaces for your Residents
Furniture Concepts has spent 30 years working with program administrators and executives to create spaces that provide dignity through furnishings that offer safety and comfort during times of crisis. While financial considerations will always play a role in how an ideal healing spaces is designed, client safety and comfort must come first.Creating healing spaces has…
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