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Sep 23, 20201 min read
Creating A Place Of Sanctuary For Mental Health Patients
[Healthcare Design magazine, September 15, 2020] Contributing Authors: Jim Hunt, Kim Boe, and Robyn Linstrom In 2015, Mind Springs...
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Aug 31, 20202 min read
Whitepaper: Telemental Health and the COVID-19 Behavioral Health Crisis
Authors: Anosha Zanjani, Brian Giebink, Kathleen Woods & Kimberly McMurray Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent economic...
BHFC Design Consulting
Aug 18, 20201 min read
Best Practices for Incorporating Art in Behavioral Health Settings
Recently, Jim Hunt contributed to an article sponsored by RAO Contract Sales, Inc., on the "Best Practices for Incorporating Art in...
BHFC Design Consulting
May 7, 20201 min read
TJC: Monitoring High Risk Patients With Known or Suspected COVID-19 (April 2020)
The Joint Commission (TJC) has issued a statement about 1:1 monitoring of actively suicidal patients who are either known or suspected of...
BHFC Design Consulting
May 7, 20201 min read
Joint Commission Releases New COVID-19 Guidance & Resources for Behavioral Health
Read more for the new guidance and resources the Joint Commission has released for behavioral health.
BHFC Design Consulting
Apr 8, 20202 min read
BHFC During COVID-19 Pandemic
Dear Friends and Colleagues: All of our lives have been affected by the challenges and uncertainty of the past month, and we continue to...
BHFC Design Consulting
Mar 8, 20202 min read
Exterior Windows & Coverings
Exterior windows are a significant issue in any Behavioral healthcare project, whether new construction or remodeling existing space. The...
BHFC Design Consulting
Mar 8, 20202 min read
Special Roller Blinds for Behavioral Health Units
Window coverings are an important visual element in any behavioral health care setting. With the current emphasis on creating...
BHFC Design Consulting
Mar 8, 20201 min read
Ligature Resistant Picture Frames
Frames that are safe for displaying artwork, regulatory information, mirrors and other items within behavioral healthcare environments...
BHFC Design Consulting
Mar 8, 20202 min read
Medical Gas Outlet Covers
Medical gas outlets in psychiatric patient rooms are a known hazard, especially if devices are attached to the outlets. If they are in...
BHFC Design Consulting
Mar 8, 20202 min read
How Do Psychiatric Units Need to Be Different From General Hospital Units?
GENERAL HOSPITAL Focus is on treating medical conditions FUNCTION OF SPACE: Treatment takes place in patient rooms Family visitation...
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Feb 12, 20201 min read
Spreadsheet for Published Suicide Risk Reduction Expert Panel Recommendations
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