The Eden Alternative

For over 25 years, The Eden Alternative® has been on a mission to disrupt institutional approaches to care and eliminate loneliness, helplessness, and boredom.

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**Celebrating the 2024/25 iGen Class in Saskatoon, SK!** Thank you to Eden Member - Sherbrooke Community Centre for continuing to create spaces for fun and meaningful connections.

View all the pictures! https://t.co/Vy8aniXphH

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**2 Reasons To Attend #RethinkDementia This June 5.**
Excited to see you there: https://t.co/mSE2gpdQ6E
Questions? Email [email protected] or comment below.
#TheEdenAlternative #dementiaactionalliance #dementiasupport

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Looking to strengthen your team's dementia support? Attend #RethinkDementia together! Here are some reasons why attending the Online Symposium June 5 can benefit you, your team, and your community.
Register today at https://t.co/mSE2gpdih6 #TheEdenAlternative #dementiasupport

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Boredom in #dementia care isn't just inactivity it's a lack of meaningful, tailored engagement.Studies show up to 73% of residents feel unfulfilled daily. Understanding types of boredom can drive person-centered solutions, enhancing life in long-term care.https://t.co/eVGRVrMhoY

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As we welcome 2025, we celebrate the power of connection and growth. This year, let’s continue to inspire meaningful change, nurture well-being, and create communities where everyone thrives!

#HappyNewYear #TheEdenAlternative #creatingvibrantcommunities

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Season’s Greetings from The Eden Alternative!

This holiday season, we’re filled with gratitude for the incredible individuals and organizations working to create vibrant, person-directed communities for Elders.

Wishing you all peace, joy and warmth this holiday season.

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This #GivingTuesday, we thank all the incredible care partners who believe in the transformative power of education!

We seek to empower even more teams to make the shift from task-based care to a person-directed approach. Learn ways to support this cause https://t.co/DTrEV6Nbu0

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Announcement: Dementia Action Alliance USA joins The Eden Alternative as an outreach initiative! Together, we are serving individuals living with dementia & mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and their care partners wherever they may live. Read more https://t.co/rVa4zffh7t

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Dismantling the myths around dementia is essential to create a world where everyone can stay connected and thrive. Education > Fear

See you at the #RethinkDementia this Oct. 30! Details here: https://t.co/yOZyqnRVA1

#TheEdenAlternative #DementiaActionAlliance #Dementia

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Today is Ageism Awareness Day! According to the American Society On Aging, people with a more positive self-perception of aging live 7.5 years **longer** than those with less positive perceptions.

Explore more insights on ageism: https://t.co/M4nXrQwb8S

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**Open to the Public - Online Symposium Oct. 30!** Hear from the subject matter experts living well with dementia! Attend Rethink Dementia: Shift Perspectives, Shape the Future. Created with Dementia Action Alliance. CE hours applied for. Learn more, https://t.co/yOZyqnRVA1

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@FriendlyROC Congratulations!

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Congratulations to latest members of #TeamFriendly to complete @edenalt Certified Eden Associate Training! We continue to learn & grow to provide approach to care that supports the whole person, upholds the right to a life full of purpose, connection, empowerment & possibility!

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#EdenAltCon recordings coming soon! Nourish your growth mindset by revisiting the incredible insights shared at the conference. Enjoy sessions led by world-renowned experts, like Dr. Rayne Stroebel, all from the comfort of your own space.

#TheEdenAlternative #PersonDirectedCare

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What to expect:
*Sessions about dementia support
*Presentations and panels led by people living with dementia
*Continuing Education hours

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Save the Date! Announcing an Online Symposium hosted in partnership with Dementia Action Alliance! Join us for Rethink Dementia: Shift Perspectives, Shape the Future on Wednesday, October 30, from 10am-3pm ET. Need a calendar invite? https://t.co/cLTru4nH74 #RethinkDementia

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A leadership quote from Vivian Tellis-Nayak! #TheEdenAlternative #PersonDirectedCare #LeadershipDevelopment

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**Take Time To Learn And Grow** If you are looking for a sign this is it! In the hustle and bustle of the week, set aside time to recharge and reconnect. What are your learning goals? And, remember: even biggest changes, start small.

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**Poll** Your Favorite Summer Activity (and do Elders in your community also have these options?)
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Thank you to everyone who attended #EdenAltCon June 2-4! It was great to see everyone connecting and reconnecting, planting seeds of change. This is only the beginning!
Let's keep creating a culture of living well for people of all ages and all abilities.
#30yearsofeden