The pandemic has hit the senior communities especially hard. It has led to new designs, renovations, and updated constructions to improve the well-being of residents.
The Construction Institute reveals the pandemic has affected senior communities
Sunlight and Nature are “Must haves”
Evidence of the clinical benefits of natural light and access to nature for seniors is mounting, and designers and developers have increasingly included these features in recent years. However, they are often viewed a “nice to have”.
Technological Leap
Senior living communities were already in need of becoming more technologically advanced, and the pandemic has catapulted them ahead. Thin profit margins, combined with a resident base that wasn’t exactly clamoring for new tech, meant the transition had been occurring gradually, COVID-19 changed the equation.
Social Repositioning
Social interaction among residents has tremendous health benefits and has long been a focus of designers. Having one main common area used to be considered sufficient, but living in the COVID-19 era has exposed the need for a wider range of common spaces that accommodate diverse resident needs and experiences. Are there spaces for small gatherings as well as large? Does each floor or wing have a natural space for social contact? Is there an outdoor space where residents can congregate? Does the space help facilitate communal activities, both planned and spontaneous?
Simple upgrades and new modern design can drastically improve the senior environment and foster wellness. It will also go a long way towards keeping the occupancy rate high.
SWET Construction has the experience to build cost efficient building with the latest trends and designs for your multi-family housing or the senior communities.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the family at SWET Construction Group encourages everyone to join us in learning more about breast cancer and support those who are suffering with the disease.
Though we have made great progress in early detection, cancer treatment and finding a cure, we still have a long way to go.