The 2026 Eden Alternative International Conference is more than a gathering — it’s an opportunity to strengthen the culture change movement here in Louisiana and beyond.
As members of the LEADER community, we know that real transformation happens when we share ideas, learn from one another, and keep elders at the heart of our work. This conference invites us to do just that.
By attending, you will:
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Learn alongside some of the most respected leaders in dementia support and person-directed care.
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Gain practical tools you can use right away to foster meaningful engagement and deeper relationships.
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Bring home new approaches that uplift the well-being of residents, families, and care teams.
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Connect with others across the country—and around the world—who are committed to creating homes where elders thrive.
When we learn and grow together, we strengthen the culture change movement in every community we serve. Let’s show up, share our Louisiana voice and values, and continue leading the way toward a better future for aging and care.
Eden Membership: A Pathway to Sustainable Transformation
Real change doesn't happen in a day — and it doesn't happen alone. It grows through shared learning, steady practice, and the support of a caring community. That's why LEADER encourages organizations and care partners across Louisiana to explore Eden Membership. This membership model is designed to walk alongside you, offering guidance, tools, and connection as you deepen person-directed practices over time.
As an Eden Member, you have access to:
- The Eden Tracks & Practices — step-by-step, proven tools for implementing person-directed care.
- The Eden Alternative APP — learning on-demand, anytime, anywhere, with progress tracking that keeps your whole team aligned.
- A Resource library — filled with practical guides, tools, and real world strategies for sustaining culture change.
- A Private Member Community — where you can connect with others on the same journey, ask questions, share wins, and learn together.
- Online Gatherings & Support Calls — to keep momentum strong, stay inspired, and prevent culture change from fading over time.
- Discounted Pricing on select events, training, and certification opportunities.
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Unlimited Access
Give your entire organization access to evidence-informed self-study courses that strengthen skills, deepen relationships, and support a culture of person-directed care. Flexible, on-demand learning for every care partner—anytime, anywhere.
Choose from several bundle options designed to support your whole team’s growth. The Welcoming New Employees Bundle provides unlimited access to foundational courses that help build a consistent, person-directed approach from day one. The Best Practices in Person-Directed Dementia Bundle offers evidence-informed training for teams supporting individuals living with dementia, emphasizing empowerment, well-being, and proactive care.
6-Course Series
Discover a powerful new way to understand and support people living with dementia. The Living Well with Dementia self-study bundle brings together six transformative courses from The Eden Alternative®, designed to help you replace outdated, symptom-based care with a compassionate, person-directed approach.
Each course offers practical strategies grounded in real-world experience and The Eden Alternative’s Domains of Well-Being® — a proven framework for seeing the person beyond the diagnosis.
30 Days to More Fulfilling Care Partnerships
A consumer-friendly, 30-day series of short audio practices focused on practical, person-directed care partnership skills—ideal for both family and employee care partners.
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The Groundwork: Rethink Your Paradigm
Explore the five essential mindset shifts that make person-directed care possible. This session blends insight and real-world examples to help teams create cultures rooted in empowerment and meaning.
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The Framework: Reveal the Possibilities
This course introduces the core Eden Alternative® approach, combining the Ten Principles and the Domains of Well-Being® into a flexible, person-first framework for organizational and personal transformation.
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Community Building
Learn how to build a true community—not a resort—where people belong, contribute, and thrive. This course covers community norms, strength-based connection, and the four pillars of community.
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GROWTH: Six Steps for Framing Lasting Change
Take the lead in change. This course walks you through six steps—from building vision to sustaining momentum—so your efforts truly stick and meaningful culture change becomes possible.
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LeaderSHIFTS: Transform Your Mindset to Transform Your Organization
Ready to lead differently? This course equips you to reset your mindset, overcome resistance and imposter syndrome, and create an empowered culture of person-directed care.
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