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...
The Dos and Don’ts of a Liberalized Diet
Getting older often means changes to one’s diet. While eating right is important, so is choice. Liberalized diets, which are tailored to a person’s preferences and health needs, make seniors’ dietary changes less of a forced change and more of an informed...
12 Activities to Start Savoring the Summer Season with Your Dining Department
Summer is here, so it’s time to get outside and enjoy the warm weather. Staying active is a central part of staying healthy, especially for older adults, so planning activities that promote physical activity should be part of your regular community programming. Summer...
Nurturing Client Well-Being Through Person-Centered Dining
Person-centered care is more than a theory; it’s an approach that prioritizes the dignity, autonomy, and well-being of people, recognizing their inherent worth and value as people. While this philosophy applies to people of all ages, it’s especially relevant for older...
Embracing Cultures: Diversifying Menus for Senior Health and Culinary Adventure
As of 2020, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) reported that older adults (people who are 65+ years old) made up 17% of the population. By 2040, that number will increase to 22% – around 4x higher than numbers seen at the turn of the 20th century. The...
Eating Well, Living Well: Dietary Guidelines For Older Adults
Older adults are more at risk for developing health conditions that significantly impact their ability to function. In fact, the American Psychological Association reports that around two-thirds of all deaths among older adults ages 65+ are due to chronic illnesses...
New Menu, New Flavors, Happy Residents
Do your residents enjoy gathering for mealtimes? Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are more than just a time to eat for many older adults in senior living communities, it’s an opportunity to interact with other residents, friends, or family. After three years of...
Changing the Face of Food Service in Senior Living Communities with Technology
In the past two decades, technology has evolved from large, clunky devices to smaller, thinner, and more capable ones. Think back to 2007, when the first iPhone was released. It was 3.5”, featured the biggest touch screen on the market, and was unlike anything the...
Choosing a Food Service Partner that Facilitates Culinary Change
As assisted living and other types of senior living communities are catching the interest of new generations of older adults, they are adapting their services to create a more personalized and favorable environment. Baby Boomers make up the largest portion of the...
Food Safety in Senior Living: F-Tag Compliance
Do you own, operate, or work at a senior living community? If so, part of your job undoubtedly involves staying up-to-date on F-tags. These are guidelines monitored by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in your state to ensure your “facility staff support...