Join the Boston Collaborative for Healing Environments for a virtual info session on how physical environments shape stress, healing, and belonging. This session will include a short presentation on evidence and examples from shelters in Boston and beyond, showing how color, light, physical activities, socializing and nature can promote well-being for guests and staff alike.

The presentation will be followed by Q&A and a discussion to explore partnership opportunities to improve local spaces.

Who should attend?

Shelter and service providers working with individuals experiencing homelessness in the Boston area.
Donors, foundations, and academics interested in partnering or supporting this effort.

About The Boston Collaborative for Healing Environments:

The Boston Collaborative for Healing Environments is a collaborative effort among Boston-based architects, researchers, and service leaders to improve the environments where people experiencing homelessness receive care. Founding members include: Juann Khoory, JKhoory Design Studio, Iris Yung-Ching Lin, Halvorson Studio, Gerry Thomas, Former Director of Homeless Services, Stephanie Acker, Home Ground Lab, and Eva Tine, United Way.

Topic

Advancing Architecture