At Pinecrest, we understand the difficult decision to move to a nursing home. In addition to the medical needs and paperwork, a person fears the loss of their independence, their home, the ability to do the things they once loved and their identity.

Through the Eden Alternative, we attempt to overcome the fears and apprehension of moving into a nursing home by giving back independence and identity, making Pinecrest as home-like as possible, and doing whatever possible to keep hobbies and traditions alive.

The Eden Alternative is a totally different approach to long-term care. As a result of its implementation at Pinecrest, we have taken many steps towards centering physical and emotional care around the resident and away from routines and schedules and facility life. We believe that variety and spontaneity are the keys to a

We encourage residents to make choices about their daily life, including selecting from a menu of several entrees and side dishes for each meal and choosing activities and destinations for outings. Incorporating pets that are cared for by the residents, and inviting children and volunteers from the community to visit are all part of Pinecrest’s Edenizing process.life worth living.