Research confirms intergenerational benefits at healthcare precinct
University of Melbourne research confirms positive outcomes from the Jellyfish intergenerational program at TLC Healthcare Mordialloc, Australia's first intergenerational healthcare precinct.
What is Australia's first intergenerational healthcare precinct and who designed it?
This article has no direct relevance to trades workers or the construction industry's day-to-day operations.
Key takeaways
- University of Melbourne peer-reviewed research confirmed positive outcomes of the Jellyfish program.
- TLC Healthcare Mordialloc is Australia's first intergenerational healthcare precinct.
- The precinct was designed by VIA Architects.
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