1. Facility Layout: A reasonable facility layout can improve the quality of life and convenience for the elderly. The mobility and daily needs of the elderly should be taken into account, and different functional areas, such as living area, dining area, medical care area, recreational activities area, etc. should be reasonably divided. The length of corridors should be minimized in planning to facilitate the movement of the elderly.
2. Safety design: The safety of the elderly is an important concern in the design of nursing homes. Barrier-free access should be provided in nursing homes to avoid or reduce the use of stairs, while increasing anti-skid measures and providing handrails and other auxiliary facilities. Adequate lighting should be ensured in all areas to reduce the risk of falls and accidents.
3. Green environment: The green environment of nursing homes has a positive impact on the physical and mental health of the elderly. It should increase the green area, choose suitable flowers and trees for beautification, and reasonably set up courtyards, gardens and other leisure places. In the greening design, attention should be paid to the choice of plants, avoid toxic or allergy-prone plants.
4. Public **** activity space: Provide sufficient public **** activity space to encourage social and recreational activities for the elderly. Indoor and outdoor activity areas can be set up, such as gymnasiums, multi-purpose halls, and gardening areas. The mobility and ease of use of the elderly should be taken into account in the design of public **** areas, such as the use of barrier-free facilities, furniture of the right height, etc.
5. Medical care equipment: nursing homes need to provide the necessary medical care equipment and services to meet the health needs of the elderly. This includes the reasonable setup of infirmaries, nursing stations, and health counseling areas. It also needs to ensure the convenience and safety of medical facilities, such as flashlights, first aid equipment, and fire prevention equipment.
6. Elderly-friendly design: nursing home planning and design should take into account the special needs and preferences of the elderly. For example, set up convenient and easy-to-use furniture and equipment for the elderly, and provide mattresses and chairs that meet the physical characteristics of the elderly. The interior design should pay attention to the sleekness of contact surfaces and the prevention of sharp objects to minimize the occurrence of accidental injuries.
7. Management and service facilities: the planning and design of nursing homes also need to take into account a variety of management and service facilities, such as dining room, laundry, office and so on. These facilities need to meet the working needs of management and service personnel, while providing convenient and comfortable services for the elderly.
The above are some of the key points in the planning and design of the nursing home, the specific design also needs to be based on the size of the nursing home, function, budget and other specific requirements for detailed planning. It is recommended to consult professional architects and nursing home planning and design teams during the planning process to ensure the scientific and practicality of the design.