A recent post in McKnight’s suggests that better employee/family member relationships might improve employee retention. This caught my eye, as I came to this work as a highly engaged family member. I can affirm that making every effort to deepen
Whether you made it to the 2018 Eden Alternative International Conference (and just want more) or didn’t make it (and want some), you can either relive or experience for the first time several conference highlights on a special 2018 Conference
Signature Healthcare at Jackson Manor in Annville, Kentucky, joined the Eden Registry on January 23, 2018. This small rural community takes creating home very seriously by making sure that everyone that lives and works there has a strong sense of
Parker at Stonegate, Highland Park, NJ, joined the Eden Registry on January 4, 2018. Life at Parker at Stonegate is often compared to living at a luxury resort, where so many of your needs are taken care of that all
Signature Healthcare of Carrollton Rehab and Wellness in Carrollton, KY, joined the Eden Registry on December 22, 2017. Located midway between Cincinnati and Louisville, where the Ohio and Kentucky Rivers meet, Carrollton is the kind of town where you can still
Points West Living Stettler in Stettler, Alberta, joined the Eden Registry on November 14, 2017. This beautiful, modern home is located at the west edge of the town of Stettler. This peaceful community is surrounded by Stettler Sports Park on
Signature HealthCARE at Heritage Hall in Lawrenceburg, KY, joined the Eden Registry on June 23, 2017. Nestled in the rolling hills of Central Kentucky, this warm, hospitable community is home to 97 Elders. If you come for a visit, you
You’ve probably heard about the big story involving the mistreatment of a passenger who was forcibly removed from a United Airlines flight last week. The incident has created quite a buzz. Well, there’s a very interesting angle to this story
St. Francis Assisted Living in Forest City , AR, joined the Eden Registry on August 18, 2016. A small home, in a small town filled with people that have big hearts. This is what you can expect to experience at
What I love most about the concept of care partnership is the opportunity to discover new teachers and even be surprised by who they might be. The 18-year anniversary of my father’s passing has just recently come and gone, and
“How has Mrs. Smith handled change in the past?” This was how we predicted how well a new nursing home resident would cope with adjusting to placement in 1983. For the most part, this simplistic rule of thumb seemed to
The arts have an ability to sooth, move, and inspire us. When our lives are touched by the creativity of others, we often feel “called” to get in touch with our own. With this in mind, conference-goers at the Eden
As someone who first discovered The Eden Alternative as a family member, I’ve always been passionate about how person-directed care can make a difference in home and community-based settings. The marriage of the two has always been a no-brainer to
“People in Stage Two have pretty much taken themselves out of the game. They find themselves cynical or in despair, so they’ve disconnected from others in the workspace,” says John King, Tribal Leadership.
Check it out. Chris Perna’s first Guest Post for ProviderNation the official blog of Provider Magazine. Good morning, ProviderNation. Here at The Eden Alternative, we are always trying to make the business case for culture change. For those of us who
In honor of The Eden Alternative’s 20th Birthday Celebration, you can participate in this “friend-raising” campaign until the 2014 Eden Alternative International Conference in Nashville, April 30-May 2. Purchase a paver of your choice, ranging from $10 to $100, and help us
Though The Eden Alternative’s growth has not been without trips and stumbles, we have come a long way in the last 20 years. I am reminded everyday just how complex person-directed care can be (you need 10 principles just to get in the
“I remember.” Those two words do much to explain all of human progress, all art, all science, all culture. It is this peculiar power of remembering that allows us to continually compare the present with the past and, I think,
Dr. Bill Thomas has been writing and speaking publicly for over 20 years. A popular public speaker, Dr. Bill is known for his thoughtful, heartfelt (and Powerpoint-free) approach to engaging with a wide range of audiences. Among the highlights, Dr. Thomas has
The month of November bring with it glorious days to celebrate. Halloween left us with a week’s supply of leftover candy. We “fall back” an hour and have an additional hour of sleep and brighter mornings (all the better to celebrate
Signature HealthCARE of Rogersville, Rogersville TN, joined the Eden Registry on October 16, 2013. This rural home is tucked away in the Tennessee Mountains with beautiful views from each of the 150 Elders rooms. Elders enjoy being outdoors soaking in
I just finished with yet another conference, the annual AHCA/NCAL event in Phoenix, Arizona. Two days of exhibiting and my feet are barking! Denise Hyde and I met a lot of nice people and had a lot of the same
We are happy to present a new series that will be running throughout the fall. The Eden Alternative, in partnership with our value added partner LifeBio, spoke with the Elders of Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital. We would first like
The Ohio Veterans Homes have embarked on a journey of culture change. They are the largest nursing home in the state, but more importantly, they care exclusively for retired women and men who have served their country. The Eden Alternative
Stronger Together: Deepening Employee and Family Member Relationships
A recent post in McKnight’s suggests that better employee/family member relationships might improve employee retention. This caught my eye, as I came to this work as a highly engaged family member. I can affirm that making every effort to deepen
Ready, Set, Rewind… Conference Session Recordings Are Here
Whether you made it to the 2018 Eden Alternative International Conference (and just want more) or didn’t make it (and want some), you can either relive or experience for the first time several conference highlights on a special 2018 Conference
Please Welcome Signature Healthcare’s 50th Home to the Eden Registry – Signature Healthcare at Jackson Manor
Signature Healthcare at Jackson Manor in Annville, Kentucky, joined the Eden Registry on January 23, 2018. This small rural community takes creating home very seriously by making sure that everyone that lives and works there has a strong sense of
Eden Welcomes the first Registry Member of 2018 – Parker at Stonegate!
Parker at Stonegate, Highland Park, NJ, joined the Eden Registry on January 4, 2018. Life at Parker at Stonegate is often compared to living at a luxury resort, where so many of your needs are taken care of that all
Signature Healthcare of Carrollton Care and Rehab is our Newest Registry Member!
Signature Healthcare of Carrollton Rehab and Wellness in Carrollton, KY, joined the Eden Registry on December 22, 2017. Located midway between Cincinnati and Louisville, where the Ohio and Kentucky Rivers meet, Carrollton is the kind of town where you can still
Join Us in Welcoming Points West Living – Stettler to the Eden Registry
Points West Living Stettler in Stettler, Alberta, joined the Eden Registry on November 14, 2017. This beautiful, modern home is located at the west edge of the town of Stettler. This peaceful community is surrounded by Stettler Sports Park on
Signature HealthCARE at Heritage Hall Joins the Eden Registry
Signature HealthCARE at Heritage Hall in Lawrenceburg, KY, joined the Eden Registry on June 23, 2017. Nestled in the rolling hills of Central Kentucky, this warm, hospitable community is home to 97 Elders. If you come for a visit, you
United Airlines Debacle: Anything Sound Familiar?
You’ve probably heard about the big story involving the mistreatment of a passenger who was forcibly removed from a United Airlines flight last week. The incident has created quite a buzz. Well, there’s a very interesting angle to this story
Small Home Big Hearts – St. Francis Assisted Living
St. Francis Assisted Living in Forest City , AR, joined the Eden Registry on August 18, 2016. A small home, in a small town filled with people that have big hearts. This is what you can expect to experience at
Finding Ourselves Through Our Teachers
What I love most about the concept of care partnership is the opportunity to discover new teachers and even be surprised by who they might be. The 18-year anniversary of my father’s passing has just recently come and gone, and
Making Peace with the Past
“How has Mrs. Smith handled change in the past?” This was how we predicted how well a new nursing home resident would cope with adjusting to placement in 1983. For the most part, this simplistic rule of thumb seemed to
To All Of My Beautiful Friends
As I sit here this morning looking out the window of our new home, I am so overcome with gratitude for all the loving, beautiful people in our lives.
High Engagement = Powerful Improvement Outcomes
A couple of weeks ago, you had the chance to take in the power of high engagement in “Community Meetings Deepen Connectedness and Stimulate Growth.”
Local Nursing Home Resident Makes Journey to See the Ocean for the First Time
It all started with a conversation over a cup of coffee.
How Does Art Contribute to Your Well-being?
Homewatch CareGivers: Taking It to the Streets
As someone who first discovered The Eden Alternative as a family member, I’ve always been passionate about how person-directed care can make a difference in home and community-based settings. The marriage of the two has always been a no-brainer to
Creating Home
Have you seen our new video? Definitely the best one yet. Watch and Share.
Stage Two of Tribal Leadership: "My Life Sucks"
“People in Stage Two have pretty much taken themselves out of the game. They find themselves cynical or in despair, so they’ve disconnected from others in the workspace,” says John King, Tribal Leadership.
Culture Change = Fewer Deficiencies
Check it out. Chris Perna’s first Guest Post for ProviderNation the official blog of Provider Magazine. Good morning, ProviderNation. Here at The Eden Alternative, we are always trying to make the business case for culture change. For those of us who
Help Us Pave the Path to Mastery, Tell A Freind
In honor of The Eden Alternative’s 20th Birthday Celebration, you can participate in this “friend-raising” campaign until the 2014 Eden Alternative International Conference in Nashville, April 30-May 2. Purchase a paver of your choice, ranging from $10 to $100, and help us
Wise Leadership, Strong Growth
Though The Eden Alternative’s growth has not been without trips and stumbles, we have come a long way in the last 20 years. I am reminded everyday just how complex person-directed care can be (you need 10 principles just to get in the
The Eden Alternative: Past, Present, and Future
“I remember.” Those two words do much to explain all of human progress, all art, all science, all culture. It is this peculiar power of remembering that allows us to continually compare the present with the past and, I think,
A Voice Well Known
Dr. Bill Thomas has been writing and speaking publicly for over 20 years. A popular public speaker, Dr. Bill is known for his thoughtful, heartfelt (and Powerpoint-free) approach to engaging with a wide range of audiences. Among the highlights, Dr. Thomas has
Thanks, Thankfulness, Thanksgiving
The month of November bring with it glorious days to celebrate. Halloween left us with a week’s supply of leftover candy. We “fall back” an hour and have an additional hour of sleep and brighter mornings (all the better to celebrate
Rogersville On The Registry
Signature HealthCARE of Rogersville, Rogersville TN, joined the Eden Registry on October 16, 2013. This rural home is tucked away in the Tennessee Mountains with beautiful views from each of the 150 Elders rooms. Elders enjoy being outdoors soaking in
New Data to Answer an Old Question
I just finished with yet another conference, the annual AHCA/NCAL event in Phoenix, Arizona. Two days of exhibiting and my feet are barking! Denise Hyde and I met a lot of nice people and had a lot of the same
An Elder Speaks
We are happy to present a new series that will be running throughout the fall. The Eden Alternative, in partnership with our value added partner LifeBio, spoke with the Elders of Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital. We would first like
A Story of Change In Ohio
The Ohio Veterans Homes have embarked on a journey of culture change. They are the largest nursing home in the state, but more importantly, they care exclusively for retired women and men who have served their country. The Eden Alternative