
Former Liverpool FC manager Rafa Benitez and his wife Montse
- ‘Mood’ lighting, which can be used to ‘paint’ rooms different colours and help calm or stimulate a resident. Pink and purple have been found to be positive colours and grey to be calming, although all people respond differently.
- Wide corridors reduce claustrophobia and crowding.
- Under-floor heating and integrated window blinds mean that light and temperature can be adjusted. This is important as people with autism can be extremely sensitive to light and heat.
- Easy access to open air and the grounds, which are in a rural setting. This will help residents control anxiety levels.
- Modern laundry and kitchen facilities, which residents can learn to use with the help of their carers.
- En-suite bathrooms to ensure privacy, dignity and independence for residents.
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