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I was reading this month’s online edition of Provider Magazine and found an article about Culture Change and the regulatory process…how one interferes with the other so many times. The articles posted at Provider are all pdf files, annoyingly, but worth reading.

This is a small section I’m quoting from, about a culture change concept called Planetree.

PLANETREE CONTINUING CARE COMPONENTS PDF

■ Recognizing the Primary Importance of Human Interactions: Human beings caring for other human beings, creating caring relationships among all members of the Planetree community, including residents, families, employees, and volunteers.

■ Enhancing Each Individual’s Life Journey: A Planetree continuing care community supports personal growth, self-expression, and the fulfillment of individual dreams.

■ Supporting Independence, Dignity, and Choice: A Planetree community supports an individual’s autonomy, lifestyle, and interests. Each individual’s routines and preferences determine the pace of care and services.

■ Incorporating Family, Friends, and Social Support Networks in the Life of the Community: A Planetree community supports connections to family and friends and encourages their involvement in the life of the community. Individuals are encouraged to maintain and expand their social support networks.

■ Supporting Spirituality as a Source of Inner Strength: A Planetree community offers opportunities to strengthen the relationship with one’s faith and inner resources. A variety of programs provide meaningful spiritual support.

■ Promoting Paths to Well-Being: A Planetree community provides holistic wellness programs that maintain health and complement Western scientific medical care.

■ Recognizing the Nutritional and Nurturing Aspects of Food: Food choices and personalized service, in combination with sound nutrition practices, are a source of pleasure, comfort, and fellowship.

■ Empowering Individuals Through Information and Education: A Planetree community provides the information necessary to maximize physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. A continuous quality improvement process engages the entire Planetree community in working together to solve problems and exceed quality standards.

■ Offering Meaningful Arts, Activities, and Entertainment: Planetree recognizes that people need opportunities for camaraderie, laughter, and creativity. A Planetree community responds to individual interests and allows for spontaneity.

■ Providing an Environment Conducive to Quality Living: Planetree recognizes the influence that the continuing care living environment has on health and wellness. The design incorporates residential décor, natural light, and access to nature.

Source: The Planetree Continuing Care Components were developed by United Methodist Homes, based in Shelton, Conn.,
in collaboration with Planetree.