Using Regulations- to Reject Institutionalization, Patronization and Ageism

Why did we think it okay to share a room with a stranger? Or worse, a toilet? Why a flimsy so-called privacy curtain? Why is waking other adults up okay and arbitrarily set mealtimes and menus? Bibs for adults? Noisy alarms, long hallways, big dining rooms, squeaky carts, overhead paging, medical uniforms. Institutional buildings with lots of worthless grass, bathing areas that scare people? Preferred parking for physicians, folding fake towels, fake animals and baby dolls, pejorative, paternalistic language, hyper focus on medical care and safety instead of living life. Explore practical practices which cost no money and excite all involved in the change process.

Continuing education credits available: Nursing Home Administrator and Social Work

Presenter: Carmen Bowman, Edu-Catering

Presented: April 22, 2025