She represents humanity at its best. She is a fine example of humility and determination. We also share her work because we firmly believe that what Ranya is doing in Denver is easily replicated anywhere in this country. It is NOT impossible. It CAN be done.
Someone needs to Just Do It.
We have followed Dr. Bill Thomas' work in nursing home reform for several years. People in our audience or those who read my books know just how Important we believe his work to be. Bill's program, the Eden Alternative, is designed to make nursing homes places where our Elders go to Live, not a place where they go to Die. Our visit to an Eden home last year was exciting. We were greeted by a friendly and curious dog and immediately spied a furry cat resting at the foot of one of the residents.