As the senior living industry considers and makes changes based on the experiences of last year, it is important to adapt to the pandemic-based modifications that will remain in place. The very social spaces and activities that attracted seniors in the first place, like game rooms, libraries and dining rooms are still very important to senior living communities. Elegant lounge, dining and outdoor senior living furniture is desired, durable senior living furniture is required. Kwalu offers both.
Durable furniture is dependable
When a potential resident or guest of a potential resident walks through the door of a senior living community, worn and tired looking furniture will send a message. That message may cause visitors to question the level of cleanliness and care within the community. While communities raised their level of cleaning to protect against infection last year, those multiple cleanings with alcohol and bleach left wood furniture looking much older than it is. Kwalu’s furniture for assisted living features a proprietary finish, which, unlike wood, is designed to stand up to intense and frequent cleaning as well as the constant knocks and bumps of canes and wheelchairs and look like new for a decade.
Durable furniture is easily cleaned now and, in the future
A key lesson learned from 2020 is that there is no such thing as too much cleaning. Kwalu’s multiple award-winning furniture surfaces lead the way by providing better cleanability and durability. Easy to clean and maintain, Kwalu’s beautifully designed furniture is made of durable, high-impact-resilient polymer and patented joint construction. Occasional tables, like the Caterina End, with solid surface tops and seating collections, like the Larino featuring Kwalu’s renowned finishes are ideal. As we face the future, we can be sure there will be more pandemic-like viruses and in the meantime, there are colds and different strains of flu annually, so the ability of senior living communities to confidently clean the furniture is of paramount importance.
Durable furniture supports a high quality of life
Senior living design is driven by a desire to give and maintain the quality of life in communities where residents are comprised of seniors at all levels – independent, assisted and memory care. Studies show senior living residents and their families list being able to visit with each other as their highest priority. And a fresh and clean looking environment came in as a close second. No one wants to live in place that looks tired and uncared for. Kwalu’s easy to maintain furniture is purposefully designed with resident and staff in mind. Residents and guests are never disappointed when they enter a room filled with Kwalu.