Literature review highlights the impact of design strategies on quality of life in long-term care, suggesting improvements in recreational therapy.
In long-term care (LTC) homes, recreational therapy is vital in enhancing residents’ well-being. A review of literature explored the relationship between design and recreational therapy in LTC. This paper outlines case studies, challenges in implementation, impact, and suggestions for the future, resulting in a framework to inform how design strategies in recreational therapy may improve quality of life for residents in LTC.
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