Question

What is person-centered care, and why is it important? How are the Eden Alternative and the Green House Project important initiatives in this movement?

Answer 1

Ans) A patient-centric approach is a way healthcare systems can establish a partnership among practitioners, patients, and their families to align decisions with patients' wants, needs, and preferences.

- In a patient-centered care model, it is important for patients to always be in complete control when it comes to making decisions about their own care and treatment. Clinicians are there to inform, advise and support, but it is ultimately up to the patient to determine what course of action they will take.

The Eden Alternative focuses on partnering with nursing homes to help them change their culture, environment and approach to care to “create a habitat for human beings rather than facilities for the frail and elderly”
The Green House Project focuses on helping companies and individuals build or convert residential homes that can provide high levels of care for individuals who do not wish to be in a nursing home setting.

- The driving force behind the Green House Project is the idea that our current nursing home system needs fundamental changes to make our loved ones’ lives healthier, livelier and more meaningful. “We can use the values of elderhood as the basis for creating real homes and communities that can nurture, protect and sustain the most vulnerable among us.

5 Ways the Green House Project Differs From Traditional Long-Term Care

Autonomy: Seniors have their own private bathroom and room, and they are free from scheduling. They are able to access shared and social areas of the house at any time, making it truly feel like home.

Green Living: In this case, “green” means living within the natural world. Green House Project homes let in plenty of sunlight and include garden areas, plants and outdoor access.

Intimacy: Instead of a traditional group home, a Green House Project community consists of clusters of smaller homes with 6-10 senior residents.

Smart Technology: Green House communities use smart technology such as adaptive devices, computers and ceiling lifts.

Warmth: This is one of the core values of the Green House Project. A warm living situation consists of a layout that encourages social activity, as well as decor and furnishings that provide comfort.