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Diagram 19: A public space including infrastructure for caregivers which demonstrates the key design guidelines.

Provide drinking fountains and water taps which can be independently accessed by young child for both drinking and washing up. Ensure that these are co-located with other facilities frequently used by children such as playgrounds. Ensure public toilets are accessible, well maintained and consider the needs of caregivers with young children, including provisions such as child-height hand wash basins, child-sized toilets and baby carriers. In areas frequently used by children (such as playgrounds), ensure toilets are in close proximity, open and with clear visibility. design spaces for caregivers to socialise which are welcoming to all. This might include locating a play-space adjacent to a cafe, community room or parents’ room. 65 Where children are likely to gather,

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Image 40: Providing comfortable furniture alongside play spaces allows for caregivers to socialise while supervising younger children.

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Image 41: Social spaces for parents and caregivers allow for meaningful connections and networks to be formed.

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Healthy Higher Density Living for Families with Children: An Advocacy, Planning and Design Guide