The nature of the human spirit is based on the nurturing of other living creatures, creating purpose and meaning to ones life. The Eden Alternative creates an environment that is stimulating - mentally, emotionally and physically. In such an environment wellness and happiness follow. This is achieved by residents caring for companion animals such as cats, dogs and fish. Not only do the animals provide unconditional love, but they require love and attention in return.
Plants are another part of the nurturing concept - requiring daily attention.
The addition of a full time day care on the premise contributes variety and spontaneity to create an enlivened environment for the residents, eliminating the three plagues of the long term care institution - loneliness, helplessness and boredom.