1 HSW

Color and Paint in Environments for the Aging

This course provides an overview of the changes in color perception because of aging or disease. This course examines the various types of common care environments available for the elderly and features a discussion on the application of low- VOC, durable, high-quality paint, and appropriate color usage to facilitate wayfinding.

Learning Objectives

  1. Discuss the growth of the aging population and the common health problems they face specifically as it relates to vision

  2. Recognize the ways these health problems alter or interfere with color perception

  3. Understand the types of common care environments for the elderly

  4. Describe the ways color can help facilitate the quality of life, navigation, and orientation for the aging population

Course Information

SARA Course Number: BEN23-001

Length : 1 HR

Credits: 1 HSW

Level: Intermediate

If you would like to have this SARA Certified Course presented to your office please contact your local Benjamin Moore representative or email us at CEUS@saranational.org

Contact Information:

Benjamin Moore & Co.

Rodger Lippman

Architectural Representative

rodger.lippman@benjaminmoore.com

(848)702-0239