Re-Center™: A neuro-sensory recovery suite for families in critical care

The Challenge

Families in neuro-ICU settings experience prolonged stress, disrupted sleep, cognitive overload, constant medical decision-making, and emotional trauma — yet traditional waiting rooms provide fluorescent lighting, hard seating, noise, and no privacy. This concept was developed to support calm, clarity, advocacy, and emotional stability during the most difficult moments of care.

Scope

Sensory-informed family regulation & rest suite.

Scale

Private healing environment designed for crisis-phase, multi-day stays

Research

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The Impact

For families

  • Increased emotional regulation + clarity under stress

  • Improved comprehension during high-stakes discussions

  • Reduced panic, overwhelm & decision fatigue

  • Strengthened capacity for presence at bedside

For care teams

  • Calmer communication dynamics

  • Greater family understanding of medical information

  • Reduced escalations in waiting areas

  • Smoother care coordination + advocacy flow

If care teams expect clarity and calm, the environment must support it.

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