We sat down and chatted with Elaina Raponi, Experience Advisor:
What were your favourite features?
One of my favourite features of the new hospital was how welcoming it felt; I cannot say enough positive things about the layout and design of the hospital as it contributes to a welcoming and accessible atmosphere. The moment I stepped foot into Providence Care Hospital I immediately noticed the amount of natural light filtering through the main lobby.
The windows, as well as the courtyards and outdoor terraces, really allow you to take note of the beautiful landscape surrounding Providence Care Hospital. Walking through the front doors I immediately noticed how open and spacious the main lobby is. It's a great area where all patients, clients, staff, families, and visitors can interact, relax, and feel comfortable in.
I was also pleasantly surprised at how easy it was to navigate around Providence Care Hospital. With the signage and the different coloured tiles on the floor it was easy to tell when you had moved from one wing to another.
It was clear to me that this hospital was designed with our patients and clients in mind. Everything about Providence Care Hospital welcomes you to our new space, whether you are a patient, client, a family member, staff, or community member.
What do you think patients can look forward to most?
Something I think patients can look forward to most is how patient-centered the new Providence Care Hospital is. Rooms are spacious, they're private, and they're designed with the patient in mind. Using touchscreen bedside terminals, patients can access not only their internet and television, but they can also adjust the lighting and temperature of their room.
Everything about the new hospital contributes to a positive well-being for patients, clients, staff, families, and visitors. There are outdoor spaces, healing and meditation rooms, dining-room style cafeterias, and natural light throughout the hospital.
I think patients can look forward to Providence Care Hospital being a technologically advanced space that continues to honour our history and celebrate our spirit.