Those staying in a secure environment often miss out on things others take for granted. Think of a view outside, the trees you see on the way to the supermarket, or that babbling brook during a Sunday walk. In moments of tension, such a piece of the outside world can help restore calm.

That is why Recornect and Natuurscherm are joining forces. CoWin will feature nature videos from Natuurscherm that have been pre-assessed for their sensory impact. This allows care staff to make more targeted choices to help a client during de-escalation.

Why nature works, but not in the same way for everyone

Nature imagery and sounds can dampen sensory input and provide relaxation. But nature is personal. One person might breathe a sigh of relief at the sight of a wild sea with crashing waves, while another might find it unsettling. Someone who feels that way might benefit more from a quiet mountain landscape or a forest in the morning.

Natuurscherm takes this into account. They don't just look at whether an image is beautiful, but also at how the imagery and sound affect a person. Every video in their growing library is reviewed by the Natuurscherm Test Panel, which assesses the intensity of the imagery and the overall experience. This way, care staff know exactly what they are showing beforehand.

"With Natuurscherm, we bring the experience of nature from the outside in, turning every screen into a personal window to the world." Marcel Versteeg, Natuurscherm

From beautiful imagery to a conscious choice

Nature imagery is not new to CoWin. CoWin is already used to create calm and de-escalate moments of tension, and it has always incorporated nature visuals. But with content from Natuurscherm, that support becomes more personal.

Natuurscherm brings expertise in the field of personal nature experiences. Recornect has years of experience with technology in mental healthcare, psychiatry, and secure facilities.

It is this combination that makes the partnership so valuable: nature that suits the individual, on a screen that supports care staff when peace and quiet are most needed. Not just as a tool for de-escalation, but above all as something human. A moment of rest, recognition, and connection with the world outside.

"We share the same conviction: that everyone has the right to moments of peace, even within closed walls. That shared vision for the future is what makes this collaboration so inspiring." Julia Wojdat, Recornect.

Care that feels more human

A screen does not replace a caregiver, and that is not the intention. It is an additional tool to complement human interaction. With this partnership, Recornect and Natuurscherm are taking a step towards care that is more focused on the individual.

Curious about what this could mean for your organisation? Get in touch with us and don't forget to take a look at www.natuurscherm.nl.

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