Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

The emphasis here is on home

G Downes, L Hamilton, N C Fletcher

    Hospitals
    |February 16, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    Architects prioritize the home environment for veteran well-being. Creating a home-like atmosphere significantly impacts health and happiness in later life.

    Related Concept Videos

    You might also read

    Related Articles

    Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

    Sort by
    Same author

    What is the viable microbiome of the healthcare toilet?

    The Journal of hospital infection·2025
    Same author

    Reported roles of care partners in a specialized weaning centre-perspectives of patients, care partners, and health care providers.

    Frontiers in health services·2024
    Same author

    A systematic review and meta-analysis of prophylactic medication of vestibular migraine.

    The Journal of laryngology and otology·2022
    Same author

    Initial Specimen Diversion Device® reduces blood culture contamination and vancomycin use in academic medical centre.

    The Journal of hospital infection·2021
    Same author

    Head and neck squamous cell cancer associated with lymphoproliferative malignancies is aggressive.

    The Journal of laryngology and otology·2020
    Same author

    Emergency first responder management of combat injuries to the torso in the military, remote and austere settings.

    BMJ military health·2020
    Same journal

    The hospital and education.

    Hospitals·2014
    Same journal

    Three guides to finding a good architect.

    Hospitals·2010
    Same journal

    Who will pay hospital bills for postwar patients?

    Hospitals·2010
    Same journal

    DEVELOPING a rural community hospital.

    Hospitals·2010
    Same journal

    Personnel organization no substitute for good personnel relations.

    Hospitals·2010
    Same journal

    Neonatal crying; a study of its incidence, causes and control.

    Hospitals·2010
    See all related articles

    Area of Science:

    • Environmental Psychology
    • Geriatric Architecture
    • Healthcare Design

    Background:

    • The home environment is a critical determinant of health and happiness in later life.
    • Traditional veteran care facilities often lack a home-like atmosphere.
    • Veteran well-being is intrinsically linked to their living environment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the impact of architectural design on the well-being of veterans.
    • To explore how creating a home-like atmosphere influences health and happiness in older adults.
    • To provide evidence-based design principles for veteran housing.

    Main Methods:

    • Architectural design interventions focused on creating a home-like atmosphere.
    • Qualitative and quantitative assessments of veteran health and happiness.

    Related Experiment Videos

  • Comparative analysis of living environments within Veterans' Homes.
  • Main Results:

    • Architectural design significantly influences the perceived quality of life for veterans.
    • A home-like atmosphere correlates with improved mental and emotional well-being.
    • Veterans reported higher levels of satisfaction and happiness in environments designed to feel like home.

    Conclusions:

    • The design of the living environment is paramount for the health and happiness of veterans.
    • Architectural strategies that foster a home-like atmosphere are essential for geriatric care.
    • Prioritizing the home environment in Veterans' Homes enhances resident well-being.