Embracing the Eden alternative™ in long-term care environments

被引：9

作者：

Tavormina, CE ^{[1
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机构：

[1] Mercy Coll NW, Toledo, OH USA

来源：

GERIATRIC NURSING | 1999年 / 20卷 / 03期

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D O I：

10.1016/S0197-4572(99)70009-1

中图分类号：

R592 [老年病学]; C [社会科学总论];

学科分类号：

03 ; 0303 ; 100203 ;

摘要：

As we move toward the new millennium, 76 million Baby Boomers are on the brink of retirement. For some seniors, long-term care will be a necessity. Older adults value independence, physical activity, intellectual curiosity, caring, and spirituality. The long-term care culture is being revolutionized by The Eden Alternative, which strives to decrease loneliness, helplessness, and boredom by developing healthy habitats in a home-like environment. Three key components are children, plants, and companion animals that provide variety and spontaneity in life.

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