Direct glare , which comes from inappropriately shielded light sources, must be avoided. Reflected glare is created by strong light bouncing off smooth reflective surfaces. Glare reduction not only contributes to comfort, it also helps to minimize falls and maximize attention span. Because light and glare are confused, frequently it is mistakenly assumed that the elderly avoid light, when in reality they are avoiding glare. Provide Access to natural daylight.
Most residents seek out natural sunlight for a multitude of reasons.
Provide gradual changes in light levels. Transition spaces between outside daylight areas and indoor spaces should provide gradual changes in light levels. Older eyes adapt much more slowly to changes in light levels. Provide focused task lighting. Attention to the special needs of task lighting assists residents in seeing and in task performance.