Changing the Culture of Aging in the 21st Century

Inspiring culture change, supporting innovation, providing an opportunity for learning.

Pioneer Network is the national leader of the culture change movement, helping care providers to transition away from a medical, institutional model of elder care to one that is life affirming, satisfying, humane and meaningful. Pioneer Network advocates for a culture of aging in which individual voices are heard and individual choices are respected. Our goal is transformational culture change in organizations to foster care that is directed by the person receiving it.

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Growing Bolder: Or, Learning How to Risk

08/23/24

By Vicki de Klerk-Rubin Being bold means standing out, being different from the norm, showing a willingness to take risks. Synonyms include daring, intrepid, and courageous. How do we learn to take risks, and what happens when we don’t? … Read more

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06/26/24

After a successful first Center for Innovation conference last summer, We can’t wait to bring the Pioneer Network and Green House Project communities together again in Grand Rapids, Mich. from November 11-13 for three days of networking, education, site visits,… Read more

Upcoming Events

11/11

Conference Returns November 2024!

09/24

Webinar

Rethinking the Dining Environment: Optimizing Outcomes for Residents with Dementia

10/10

Webinar

Turning Passion into Action: Policy Levers for Change

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Resources to Help you Begin or Continue Your Culture Change Journey

We are here to help you every step of the way. Whether you are just getting started or you have been on the culture change journey for some time, here are valuable resources, developed by leading experts to help you implement organizational culture change and person-directed care.

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A Free Starter Toolkit for Engaging Staff in Individualizing Care

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Toolkits, Books & More

In our store you'll find the tools you need to be successful implementing culture change. We have starter kits and staff education programs, developed by experts and tested by care providers.