The Center for Health Design’s Post

So much to think about when embarking on collaborative research. Came across this detailed guidance & reflection on "Creating authentic, effective partnerships between organizations and people with lived experiences". Can't wait to dive into these resources (webinar recording + 62-page toolkit PDF).

The City of Superior Culture, Events, and Public Art Commission is bringing community members together to discuss collaborations, policies, and programs that move Superior forward as a creative place to live, work and play. This is the launch of an ongoing, collaborative placemaking and placekeeping process involving everyone who cares about the future of the region. This will be a collaborative meeting of people who care about and are working for Superior’s artistic future. Invitees include creative workers and businesses, community and business organizations and partners, and elected officials and civic leaders. Our facilitator is Anne Katz, Director of Create Wisconsin, the state’s community cultural development organization, and a noted leader in creative economy advocacy and service. In the 21st century, investing in cultural attributes and creative enterprises attracts business investment, which in turn attracts more businesses and greater economic opportunity for the residents who live there. Businesses want to locate—and grow—in vibrant communities with thriving downtowns and amenities for workers and their families. Indeed, Forward Analytics, in their 2022 report, Moving In? Exploring Wisconsin’s Migration Challenges, suggests that bolstering amenities that appeal to young adults should be part of a multi-pronged approach to attract talent and enhance quality of life. Superior has creative people, organizations, businesses, and programs in abundance. Now’s the time to come together to plan for a bright future for everyone, everywhere in the city. Please join us!

Our last live course of 2023 is on December 18, don't miss it! This presentation by Megan Crites and Zachary Benedict, AIA, will not only define key strategies for the effective planning of Life Plan Communities to address shifting resident needs, it will provide a dynamic discussion around the empirical research correlating placemaking and well-being while offering tools that can be utilized to qualify effective care campuses. #AIADFA #seniorlivingdesign

The environment plays a significant role in the health and well-being of people experiencing homelessness. In many cases, the environment contributes to the stress and re-traumatization of individuals, while restricting participation in necessary daily activities and healthy connections. However, the environment also presents a significant opportunity to begin the process of healing. #MedicalRespite care programs are centered in the health care and housing continuums — offering opportunity for rest, healing, and connection. Creating trauma-informed spaces within medical respite programs enables the healing process and allows opportunity for people to feel safe and begin to address multiple health and housing needs. Please join us April 3 for a virtual symposium in partnership with Shopworks Architecture, where we'll explore in depth the importance of trauma-informed design with people experiencing homelessness and strategies to incorporate trauma-informed design principles into all aspects of medical respite programming. Learn more and register to join us here: https://lnkd.in/d7ACz642

The Activities Boot Camp Webinar Series is scheduled for Wed, May 8–Thur, May 9 and continues Wed, June 19–Thur, June 20. This 4-session (1 hr each) program is designed to provide ADS Activities Directors with a wide range of tools to address participants’ needs: 1. More than just passing time: How to develop a Robust Activity Program 2. Beyond Planning: Creating Engaging Activities for those with Dementia 3. Cultural Diversity through Activities in ADS 4. Integrating Arts and Music into your ADS Center’s Activity Program. "Activities are the heart and soul of Adult Day programs. Robust activity programs increase census, help manage difficult behaviors and attract new participants. This bootcamp will energize and inspire both seasoned and new professionals." -Tia Sauceda, Sr. Dir. of Services, Seniors Resource Center, Wheat Ridge, CO. To register: https://buff.ly/3THvdc3

The Path to Optimal Solutions Lies in Applying Systems Thinking Conjointly with the Antimatter Principle

AGED CARE HOME DESIGN MASTERCLASS Want to learn more about the new Aged Care Design Principles and Guidelines. Come to our one of our Masterclasses. We will run through how to make your existing buildings better support residents, how small household models work and how you can chart a path to improve the buildings that you have one step at a time. https://lnkd.in/dxt2zu4K https://lnkd.in/dA2Tuza5

Come learn all about our mental health and substance abuse rehabilitation program! Details below!

When was the last time you used a service? Services are everywhere, from the barista who remembered your name and coffee order this morning to the intricacies of buying your first home. At Magnetic, we are passionate about using service design to improve the services you rely on every day. Look at how this design craft has helped us design better futures. #ServiceDesignDay #SDDAY2024

Every industry has its jargon, and senior living is packed with phrases like "aging in place" and "person-centered care." Let's demystify these terms with a touch of warmth and relatability.From "Aging in Place" to "Assisted Living" to "Person-centered care"...navigating these terms can be frustrating and confusing. Want to dive deeper into what these terms really mean and how they affect choices in senior living? Click the link to read our post. https://lnkd.in/gibXKj_D