Sometimes, older adults seem to have better social lives than people in their early 20s. But why? What makes finding connections easier in your later years compared to what many consider their social prime? Socioemotional Selectivity Theory (SST) explains this as...
As December comes to a close, 2025 is on the horizon. What’s on the chopping block for your menus? How about new ideas you’re exploring to replace what’s not as popular among residents? Or are you reading this blog and realizing you should have started your annual...
Across the United States, a growing crisis demands attention: the care and support of individuals living with dementia. Memory care communities play a vital role in addressing this need. Did you know that there are 20 states in the U.S. that don’t have a high enough...
Watching what you eat is never a fun adventure. There’s nothing worse than limiting your favorite foods, especially when we live in a culture that values indulgence — something that often leads to overeating and obesity. Thankfully, these ideas are slowly changing as...
Did you know, on average, 5-10% of older adults have an allergy? Or that the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that at least 4.5% of people 75+ have food allergies? In 2022, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Code was updated to reflect these growing...
With all the potential challenges that older adults living independently can experience, it’s easy to assume that transitioning to senior living makes getting nutritious meals more accessible. However, even though a supportive senior-focused community increases access...
When it’s time to transition an older adult to a higher level of assisted support, it’s never an easy decision. As a long-term care leader, you’re likely all too familiar with having difficult conversations with families to ease their worries about moving their loved...
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) play a huge role in creating a sense of belonging for older adults who reside in long-term care communities more now than ever since DEI efforts are all about recognizing and appreciating their unique cultural experiences,...
If you work in long-term care, you’ve likely heard the statistics about the ever-increasing population of older adults (65+). Expected to grow from 58 million to 82 million in 2050, the sheer number of seniors isn’t the only thing changing in the upcoming decades....
As we age, our bodies will inevitably not function as well as they once did. Whether we start losing sight or hearing or occasionally forget things more than before, getting older isn’t something most people think they’re prepared for — but aren’t. Conditions like...
Brandee Grenda serves as the Director of Clinical Services for Culinary Services Group. She is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition and Dominican University with a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare. She also holds several certifications in health and fitness. Brandee currently volunteers her time for the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition’s (ASPEN) Education and Professional Development Committee and Self-Assessment Committee. She is also the nominating chair-elect for Dietitians in Medical Nutrition Therapy, a Dietetic Practice Group for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Brandee is a published co-author in the ASPEN Nutrition in Clinical Practice (NCP) and the Journal of Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition (JPEN). She has also been interviewed and published in the Journal of Perinatology-Neonatology for her work in a neonatal intensive care unit.
As a leader, Brandee is focused on advocating for continued knowledge and growth within the clinical services team. She believes that this growth is essential for providing the best care possible within the communities and people we serve and the exceptional work stems from a cohesive and knowledgeable team.
Keisha Stevens serves as the Executive Vice President for Culinary Services Group. Keisha has over 20 years of Human Resources experience. She graduated from University of Maryland Global Campus with a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management and is currently pursuing a Master of Professional Studies in Applied Industrial and Organizational Psychology at George Mason University. She currently serves as Chairman of the Board at Divine Dance Institute and has previously served as an Advisory Board member at Harford County Department of Social Services and as a Board of Director at Greater Edgewood Education Foundation.
Throughout her career Keisha has mastered many valuable skills including talent management, workforce planning, learning and development, talent acquisition, diversity and inclusion, and compensation and benefits. She has demonstrated expertise leading culture and employee focused initiatives to create high performing, engaged and passionate teams. Keisha is a firm believer that a talented workforce is the cornerstone of business success and is committed to strengthening the company’s culture, building on trust and transparency, and exhibiting behaviors that exemplify our guiding principles.
Amanda Emerson serves as the Area Manager overseeing Culinary Services Group’s Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia accounts. She has a Bachelor of Business Administration in Hospitality Administration and Management from Fairmont State University and an Associate of Science in Culinary Arts and Chef Training from Pierpont Community and Technical College. She is a Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional through the Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals and is ServeSafe Manager Certified.
Amanda enjoys creating synergy among team members while also providing detailed training and mentorship. Her goal as a leader is to provide the highest level of service to our clients while fostering growth and leadership among team members.
