Consider the needs of behavioral health patients in every healthcare space you design . . . The mental health crisis around the world continues to grow at alarming rates that affects individuals of all ages, ethnicities and socio-economic positions. These challenges reach far beyond the behavioral health unit into a myriad of care settings. Now, more than ever, it is imperative that these settings respond to complexities of care, provide flexibility to fluid care needs, and offer equity to patients. To meet the increased demand for care, support improved care and enhance staff safety, today’s design, facility and care professionals have to advance their understanding of the environment’s impact on behavioral healthcare and learn how to incorporate the best and latest design solutions throughout all healthcare settings.
This live, in-person workshop leverages discussions from across the industry, provides the latest in design thinking for behavioral and mental health care settings and offers state-of-the-art best practices through thought leader presentations, case studies and panel discussions for design innovations that improve the lives of patients and staff. This unique experience is ideal for individuals who are intending to design new mental and behavioral health facilities and those wishing to evaluate the quality of their existing facilities. Attendees will have opportunities to pose questions to workshop faculty and interact with fellow attendees in fun and innovative ways. 6.5 AIA/EDAC continuing education units available.
