Retirement & Nursing Homes

Retirement & Nursing Home Signage

For residents, families and staff, signage in aged care is more than directions — it’s reassurance, safety, and a sense of home. SIGNWAVE designs signage systems for retirement villages and nursing homes that combine clear navigation with a warm, welcoming feel.

Why Aged Care Needs Specialist Signage

Signage in aged care facilities plays a crucial role in supporting residents, visitors, and staff. Thoughtfully designed systems enhance safety, confidence, and comfort throughout your facility.

• Resident safety - Clear wayfinding prevents residents from getting lost, especially those living with dementia.
• Visitor confidence - Easy-to-follow signage helps families find rooms and facilities, creating a positive first impression.
• Staff efficiency - Reduces time spent guiding visitors and allows staff to focus on resident care.
• Community feel - Branded, decorative signage reduces the "institutional" look and builds a sense of home.

Wayfinding Signs for Retirement Living

Large campuses, multiple wings, and specialist units can be confusing without clear signage. We design wayfinding systems that guide residents and visitors naturally throughout your facility.

Options

• Wing and floor signs - Colour-coded for quick recognition.
• Resident room nameplates - Personalised and memory-aiding door signs.
• Nurse stations and treatment rooms - Bold, legible signage for fast access.
• Garden and recreation areas - Weather-resistant outdoor signs that enhance navigation.
• Campus maps and directories - Positioned at entries, lobbies, and car parks.

Features

• High-contrast text and simple icons for residents with low vision
• Tactile and Braille for accessibility compliance
• Modular panels that are easy to update as facilities evolve
• Durable materials designed for regular cleaning and sanitisation

Learn more about our Directional & Wayfinding Signs

Reception & Welcome Signs

The reception area sets the tone for your facility - it should feel warm, professional, and easy to navigate.

Options

• Reception desk logos - Acrylic or aluminium panels featuring your branding.
• Welcome boards - Display key visitor information like visiting hours or directions.
• Digital displays - Share rotating messages, menus, or activity schedules.
• Lobby directories - Clear listings of wings, areas, and amenities.
• Wall graphics - Calming imagery of gardens, landscapes, or community scenes.

Best Practice

• Position signage at natural sightlines for residents and visitors
• Use bold, legible fonts with strong contrast
• Maintain consistent colours aligned with your brand and wing coding
• Balance functional signage with decorative, homely design elements

Explore Reception Signs for reception and communal areas.

How We Support Aged Care

• Consultation - On-site assessments to understand your needs and compliance requirements.
• Design - Clear, accessible signage tailored to your facility’s brand and layout.
• Production - High-quality materials ideal for busy and clinical environments.
• Installation - Completed efficiently with minimal disruption to residents.
• Ongoing updates - Simple replacements or additions as your community grows.

Create Safer, Welcoming Spaces

SIGNWAVE has helped aged care providers across Australia enhance navigation, safety, and first impressions through professional signage systems.

• Request a free quote
• Book a signage consultationExplore tailored solutions for retirement villages and nursing homes

Get a quote today and create signage that makes residents feel at home and visitors feel welcome.