Having the freedom of choice is an expectation for today’s seniors. Instead of taking a backseat to their care as they age, people 55 and up are voicing their preferences like never before. Focusing on person-centered dining is the way to go as you regularly...
Transitioning into long-term care (LTC) is a big decision for you and your loved ones. Aside from finding somewhere safe, clean, and with the appropriate resources, evaluating the aspects of daily living is the most important part of figuring out whether you’ll like...
Healthcare facilities aren’t traditionally known for their high-quality food. However, just like you wouldn’t go to the chiropractor to get your taxes done, you don’t see your doctor because they’re a great chef. Even if you’re not in the market to completely overhaul...
It’s January, which means it’s National Glaucoma Awareness Month! If you work in long-term care, shuttling residents to and from their eye doctor appointments will likely take up much of your transport team’s time. However, they aren’t the only staff in your community...
Millennials and Gen Zeers are known for driving the culinary industry’s latest food trends. And with social media being a driving force behind this exposure to new things to eat, older generations are generally left out of food companies’ marketing efforts. According...
November is Long-Term Care Awareness Month. With 70% of older adults (65+) requiring long-term care as they age, the need for senior living communities is only growing with time. If you have a loved one in this age group or need care sooner rather than later, you’re...
According to data from AARP, most older adults 50+ (77%) want to age in place, which means staying in their homes rather than moving to a senior living community (SLC). However, as evidenced by decades of research and support from the U.S. Department of Health and...
In healthcare, the focus has always been on patient well-being, healing, and treatment. But what about the other, more nuanced factors that are quietly shaping the future of healthcare – like sustainability? Sustainability in long-term care food service goes beyond...
Food waste is a major problem in the United States, with over 100 billion pounds of food ending up in the landfill every year. According to Feeding America, that’s equal to $408 billion. Long-term care communities don’t have as severe an impact on food waste, but the...
While some forgetfulness is a normal part of the aging process, many adults also experience dementia later in life. Alzheimer’s disease, the most common type of dementia, impacts more than six million Americans, with the number of diagnoses predicted to rise to 13...
