Designing environments for the elderly.
Planning living environments for the elderly is a challenge due to the variety of characteristics and the changing health status of this special population. An occupational therapist's knowledge and understanding of the aging process, as well as the profession's philosophy of maximizing health through active living can contribute to the design of retirement centers. The concepts and basic principles involved in such collaborative planning are discussed. This paper concludes with an invocation for more occupational therapists to seek opportunities to be involved in facility planning for the elderly.
Healthcare Consultant.
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Washburn