Insights

We bring observations from the field and personal experiences within behavioural health communities/practices to develop a wholistic line-up: one that supports the needs of the patient, the families, the practitioners and the facility.

Do Appealing Hospital Rooms Increase Patient Evaluations of Physicians, Nurses, And Hospital Services?

Well-designed rooms have a significant impact on a patient’s hospital experience. As this study analyzing patient evaluations shows, it is important to deinstitutionalize hospitals and create more visually appealing environments.

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How fabrics and finishes affect Healthcare and Behavioral Health

We have asked Lilliana Alvarado, CHID, EDAC, IIDA, NCIDQ, LEED AP, founder of UPHEALING about her thoughts on fabrics and finishes for healthcare and behavioral health furnishings. With over 20 years of design experience in healthcare, Liliana shared with us her perspective on how specifiers influence healthcare look and feel for everyone involved.

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6 attributes to look for in Behavioral Health furniture

Behavioral Health spans many needs, practice areas, and levels of support. Through our collaboration with designers, facility managers, and staff, we have gathered basic requirements that Behavioral Health furniture may be expected to meet. Here are 6 critical requirements that Behavioral Health furniture must address to best serve patients, caregivers, and staff.

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Use of video monitoring at a Behavioral Health facility

The Joint Commission has published a clarification on the use of video monitoring at a behavioral health facility, the dos and don'ts, and the recommendation on how to provide the best care when patient safety is at stake.

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BH Design Standards

Key industry design standards and guides at your fingertips.

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Insights

Do Appealing Hospital Rooms Increase Patient Evaluations of Physicians, Nurses, And Hospital Services?

How fabrics and finishes affect Healthcare and Behavioral Health

6 attributes to look for in Behavioral Health furniture

Use of video monitoring at a Behavioral Health facility

BH Design Standards

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