Jardins da infância:estudo preliminar de espaço oncológico pediátrico com jardim terapêutico na cidade de João Pessoa-PB.

Abstract

To undergo pediatric oncology treatment in the state of Paraíba, families face various difficulties, such as financial and emotional costs, transportation logistics – as in most cases, they leave their cities to seek proper treatment in the city of João Pessoa – in addition to emotional distress affecting the entire family structure. Thus, they look for spaces that provide the necessary support as well as assistance with treatment. However, in the city of João Pessoa, inadequate or insufficient infrastructures were identified to provide such support to this population. In light of this, the study proposes a preliminary design of a pediatric oncology space, using concepts of humanized architecture and therapeutic gardens in the city of João Pessoa. The proposal aims to combine concepts of humanization of healthcare environments, the idea of home and comfort in architecture focused on treatment, and the use of landscaping as an ally in healthcare.