When people reach their 70s and 80s their circadian rhythms can flatten out, and some lose the ability to maintain a functional sleep-wake cycle. This can often be seen in assisted living facilities where residents can be found asleep at any hour of the day or night.

Studies indicate light therapy can remedy early rising syndrome in seniors by shifting the body clock to a normal nighttime sleeping schedule. Elderly people with fragmented sleeping patterns may also benefit from light therapy, which improves the amplitude of circadian rhythms in the elderly and consolidates sleep at night. Overall, circadian lighting can help seniors stay more alert during the daytime, and reduce or prevent the “night wandering” that complicates the care of those suffering from Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.

onezerOne’s lighting system is used to affect the body’s clock in the same way that sunlight does. Taking into consideration your property’s infrastructure, onezerone creates a setting for individuals to experience the benefits with minimal exposure to sunlight.