Everyone is different, and for some people, studying and being motivated to learn comes naturally. For others it is helpful to gain insight on a subject by others.
The following information is designed to help you spread the word to others about the Eden Alternative. It is not a magic formula for success in convincing others that "It Can Be Different." However, by introducing people to the Eden Alternative® materials below they can gain a valuable edge in understanding why change is necessary and begin to open their heart to new ideas. So feel free to download the following information and share with others. If you have questions, comments or suggestions, please let us know.
It is important to have people spreading the word about the value that the Eden Alternative Philosphy and Principles can bring to creating a life worth living for Elders and care partners. This one hour presentation contains some basic information that can be used to inform leaders in Eldercare organizations.There is also a power point presentation that goes over the Ten Principles, data and other key points about the Philosophy. For more information, please contact the Eden Home Office at 512-847-6061.
Dr. William Thomas has written some wonderful books that describe the Eden Alternative, the possibilities it offers from transforming Eldercare and ways to determine success along the Eden Alternative journey. This summary gives a brief background on each book. They can be a great resource not only to inform yourself, but also to inform and excite others to see new possibilities about the experience of aging.
Eden Alternative Warmth Surveys measure the levels of optimism, trust and generosity across an organization. This is very different from satisfaction surveys. In order to prepare an organization for change, people need to be optimistic, trusting of leaders and have a generous spirit. These surveys provide the measurements leaders need to know as they guide change on the culture change journey. * Elder Warmth Survey * Employee Warmth Survey * Family Warmth Survey
These days everyone is all about creating some sort of fine dinig experience. Is it the buffet table or restaurant style service? The Eden Alternative believes that enriching the dining experience should be done through the guidance of the Ten Principles and close relationships between the Elders and care partners with the ultimate goal of convivium. The new Path to MasterySM will guide organizations down the road that will a unique a meal experience for each home.
CMS released new Quality of Life Guidelines in July 2009. Eden Alternative Mentors went through and offered guidance on how the Ten Principles help organizations meet the new surveyor guidance.
The Path to Mastery: The Art of Creating a Caring Community has afforded the Eden Alternative the opportunity to develop some new tools to aid organizations in being successful on their culture change journey. Below are just three examples of what will be available to you when your organization begins to use The Path to Mastery to Guide your ongoing journey of transformation.
Everyone is different, and for some people, studying and being motivated to learn comes naturally. For others it is helpful to gain insight on a subject by others.
