We are delighted to be speaking at the Altro International Care Forum on Thursday 7th November.

Neil Macdonald and Lorraine Calcott will be speaking about improving wellbeing through lighting in the care environment and the benefits of bio-natural lighting. In addition, they will be showcasing our first care home project - Heanor Park. For useful hints and tips, check out our social media channels.

The implications of lighting design for elderly care were highlighted by research in Singapore, which drew attention to the requirement to provide lighting that met the needs of ageing residents. As we age, our eyesight changes dramatically. It results in reduced visual acuity and colour discrimination and a slowing in the rate at which our eyes adapt to changing light levels and contrast. These changes can lead to disrupted circadian cycles and sleep patterns if not addressed by the lighting design in elderly care environments. Therefore, it is important than any lighting design for elderly care environments to take these basic needs into account.

To find out more about artificial lighting and the care environment, download your FREE research report from here.