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.
