On the menu would be milk and banana smoothies, turkey and gravy with mashed potatoes, herbal teas (no caffeine), no chocolate, and no alcoholic beverages. There would be soothing music and low lights – maybe candles. Only people in their pajamas and bathrobes could enter. There would be couches, pillows, and throws. Paintings on the walls would have a horizontal look – oceans, prairies, and fields of grass.
People could sit and chat about what was bothering them – or not. There would be a pad of paper for writing notes or lists of things needing attention the next day. Arguing would not be allowed - only listening. When a person felt tired and wanted to leave no one would try to keep them there.
There would be a visualization board guiding participants through relaxation exercises. A corner for meditation or prayer with a soft rug on the floor would be available. A dietitian would be there to answer questions about eating and drinking to promote good health and sleep. A pharmacist would help to talk about sleep remedies requiring a prescription or over-the-counter medication.Some Maine Warmers microwave heating pads and a microwave would be available for those who needed to relax tense muscles. Readily there would be plenty of Cozy Sheep, Panda Bears, and other Comforting Creatures to help people chill out and go to sleep.
