Abstract
Greenery in and around nursing homes, hospitals and other clinics is good for the climate inside and outside the building, and has a positive effect on patient’s state of mind and ability to recover, as well as the general well-being of patients, staff and visitors. This document provides information on the benefits of greenery for recovery and well-being, including references to scientific literature. It concludes with some tips on how to ensure the successful and beneficial inclusion of greenery
| Original language | English |
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| Publisher | Wageningen University & Research |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Place of Publication | Wageningen |
| Publication status | Published - 2019 |
Keywords
- health
- hospitals
- patient care
- patients
- well-being
- public green areas
- botanical gardens
- plantations
- social welfare
- health indicators
- stress
- rehabilitation