Developments of assisted living facilities for mentally disabled people from the interbellum period until present day: Towards the transition of assisted living facilities for mentally disabled people from healthcare institutions to a real home

Over the course of the 20th century, healthcare in general has seen many beneficial developments (e.g. medicine, procedures, hygiene etc.) However, when looking at assisted living facilities for mentally disabled people, a development towards an environment that largely resembles hospitals can be observed (den Duik 2015). Since the main purpose...