The Eden Alternative Inc.

“Various board members are also trainers or employees of organizations that have adopted the eden alternative philosophy. The organizations conflict of interest policy was followed in approving any contracts with these board members, and the potential conflict was disclosed. All board members abstain from voting when there is a potential conflict of interest. Board members transacting business with the eden alternative are given the same financial terms as any other contractor or customer. The only exception is dr. G. Allen power, who charges an additional stipend for dementia beyond drugs training. He charges this stipend to any organization requesting his services. Virgil thomas, an employee who resigned from his position with the eden alternative in may, is the son of director jude thomas.”

“The by-laws were amended in 2015 to reflect several changes adopted by the board.”

“Return will be reviewed by board members and management in detail. Any questions will be directed to the accounting firm who prepared the return. A pdf copy of the return will be e-mailed to all board members prior to the filing of the return.”

“Board and management reviews the annual conflicts of interest statements signed annually. Any conflicts will be discussed and the person with the conflict will abstain from any discussions and will not vote on that item.”

“A new ceo was hired effective june 1, 2010. An analysis of appropriate compensation was undertaken by the board of directors prior to hiring the new ceo. The board of directors reviews the ceo's compensation annually with a comparison to other organizations with similiar size and structure.”

“Documents are available at the organization's home office and are available upon request.”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: PROGRAM SERVICE PRODUCT SALES. THE PRODUCTS CONSIST MAINLY OF BOOKS, VIDEOS AND OTHER TRAINING MATERIALS. THEY ARE PURCHASED BY TRAINERS, REGISTRY MEMBERS, EDEN ASSOCIATES AND OTHER INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS IN ORDER TO ADOPT EDEN PRINCIPLES AND IMPROVE THE LIVES OF ELDERS AND THOSE WHO CARE FOR THEM. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: The Organization receives revenue from other organizations from outside the United States, which are licensed to use The Eden Alternative trademark and teaching curricula. The Organization also earns revenue from value-added partners who sell their products and services to Eden Registry Members.”

“2014 grant revenues and fund balance were increased by $100,000 for a prior period adjustment. The amount was originally carried as deferred revenue and it was determined that it should have been recognized in 2014.”