Rugao Shen Cheng Nursing Home
Completion Date｜2023.3 Location｜ Nantong Rugao
“Carrying a cane, I wander at peace and now and then look aloft to gaze at the blue above.” —"Song of Returning"-Tao Yuanming
In his later years, Tao Yuanming expressed his understanding and insights into life, still demonstrating a sense of tranquillity, contentment, and natural joy in life. Looking back on one's life, the birth of a new life is always joyful and beautiful, but as time passes, when one has walked halfway through life, it is inevitable to face the gradual decline of physical abilities. Seeking necessary assistance becomes an unavoidable outcome. The existence of a "nursing home" fulfills this need, shouldering the responsibility of providing physical and psychological support and companionship in the second half of life.
Life - Respecting and Dignified Journey
In the extraordinary journey of life, everyone deserves to be respected and treated with dignity. The "nursing home" carries this responsibility and is dedicated to providing a comfortable and warm home for its residents. It includes not only the care recipients but also their families, as well as dedicated caregivers and physicians. It respects each individual and provides a sense of dignity accordingly. The open lobby at the entrance clearly distinguishes functional areas, respecting each individual who arrives, and the warm space eliminates uneasiness and discomfort. Room configurations prioritize personal privacy and comfort, maximizing accessibility in age-friendly designs, and emphasizing details that facilitate various conveniences.
Transition - Temporarily Delaying the "Time" of Life
Public spaces provide opportunities for socializing and interaction, allowing residents to establish relationships with others, share the joys of life, and create a sense of open communication. A nursing home is also a place where residents and their families can slow down the passage of time. Whether it's the warm sunshine, engaging in chess matches, or nurturing the soul, throughout the flow of time, spaces can be found everywhere to find a corner to slow down and find inner peace and contentment.
Rest - A Place for "Rest" and "Recovery"
At every stage of life, there is a need for a place to find physical, mental, and spiritual solace. Especially during temporary mobility difficulties or physical decline, sensitivity, and vulnerability, a place of comfort is needed even more. Care recipients, caregivers, and family members find solace and relaxation, working together to provide the best care possible. We envelop the environment with warm colors on a large scale, creating a gentle and friendly atmosphere to evoke a sense of "home." We strive to create a comfortable and safe living environment where one can rest and recuperate with peace of mind.
Rugao Shen Cheng Nursing Home, as a "transitional resting place in life," focuses on providing elderly care and well-being where one can experience a comfortable and fulfilling life in terms of body, mind, and soul. Putting people first, it returns to tranquillity, simplicity, and authenticity, allowing older people to enjoy happiness in a peaceful and independent environment.
