Modernizing Wellness: Gale’s Draperies Partners with Centre de Santé Communautaire de Timmins

As CSC Timmins moves into this state-of-the-art building to serve the Francophone community with primary care, mental health services, and specialized programs, they needed window treatments that were as innovative and professional as their medical team.

The Project: Tailored Light Control for Every Room

Healthcare environments have unique requirements. Patient privacy, staff efficiency, and infection control are top priorities. For this project, we installed sleek Fascia Roller Shades paired with high-performance screen shades.

Because different areas of a medical facility serve different purposes, we customized the light filtering percentages to optimize the space:

• Board Rooms (1% Screen Shades): We used a 1% openness factor to provide maximum glare reduction and privacy. This ensures that presentations are clear and meetings remain private, even on the brightest Timmins days.
• Offices & Medical Rooms (3% Screen Shades): For clinical and administrative spaces, 3% screens were the perfect choice. They filter out harsh UV rays and heat while still allowing a connection to the outdoors and soft, natural light—which is proven to boost mood and productivity.

Innovation in Motion: Somfy Zigbee Technology

To truly bring this facility into the future, we integrated Somfy Automated Roller Shades featuring the latest Zigbee technology.

Why is Zigbee such a game-changer for a healthcare setting?

1. Hands-Free Hygiene: Motorization reduces the need to touch cords or fabrics, a vital feature for maintaining a sterile environment and preventing the spread of germs.
2. Ease of Use for Staff: We installed Zigbee wall switches in key areas. Medical staff can now adjust the lighting in an entire room with a single click, allowing them to focus more time on patient care and less on manual adjustments.
3. Two-Way Communication: Unlike older technology, Zigbee allows for real-time feedback. The system can communicate exactly where the shades are positioned and provide battery status, ensuring the facility is always running efficiently.

Why Choose Roller Shades for Healthcare?

Beyond the technology, roller shades are the "gold standard" for modern medical offices. They offer a clean, minimalist aesthetic that doesn’t collect dust like traditional horizontal blinds. The fabrics we used are durable, easy to sanitize, and designed to withstand the rigorous cleaning protocols of a health center.

A New Chapter on Kent Street

We are incredibly proud of how this project turned out. The new CSC Timmins facility is a beautiful addition to our city, and we are thrilled that Gale’s Draperies could contribute to a space that will help so many of our neighbors stay healthy and well.

Looking to upgrade your commercial or medical space? Whether you need the precision of 1% light filtering or the cutting-edge convenience of Somfy automation, Gale’s Draperies, Blinds and Shutters is here to help.

Contact us today for a consultation!

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