In 2014, the Facility Guidelines Institute will be issuing a new guideline to support the national movement integrating person-centered practice and built environments into residential care communities. The transformation of elder services based on person-centered values and practices has significant implications for the design and construction of the residential communities where those services are delivered. This session will highlight person-centered care and its impact on the design and construction process. This session will enable attendees to:

Create effective and efficient designs for residential care built environments, reflecting person-centered values.
Describe the impact person-centered care will have on the development of residential care communities that support quality of life for elders.
Identify current trends and initiatives based on the national movement to create and maintain built environments that promote quality elder care.
List five major changes in the Guidelines for Residential Care Facilities and how they will support the advancement of quality elder care communities.