File 003 · AgeTech
Record 010 · Housing · 1991
91.10.DThe Eden Alternative
The Eden Alternative
“The philosophy that turned nursing homes back into habitats.”
Loneliness, helplessness, and boredom are the plagues.
Bill Thomas argued that the three plagues of institutional life needed plants, animals, children, and decision-making — not more medical protocol. Green House grew from this soil.
Gave the culture-change movement its language.
Filed notes
- Habitat vs institution
- Elder-centered decision making
- Training for homes and staff
SIC
8051
Skilled Nursing Care Facilities
NAICS
623110
Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)
