Assisted living food menus are a complicated matter, and trying to deal with them on paper or even on outdated software is a huge hassle. Ask any kitchen manager who’s had to spend an afternoon poring over a sticky binder of old par sheets, typing out pull sheets and prep lists, and meticulously going back …
Recipe ideas for seniors that focus on healthy substitutes and meaningful ingredients is a topic that is gaining much needed popularity. As we age, choosing better food options becomes even more important for maintaining health and quality of life. Finding nutritious alternatives to favorite dessert recipes brings older adults the simple pleasure of a delicious treat, …
Menus for nursing homes should change with the seasons – and what better time to celebrate with traditional favorites than the winter holidays? Take a look at our ideas for adding festive cheer to the dinner table, without compromising on nutrition for elderly adults. An in-Season Soup Starter Root vegetables or winter squash make delicious …
Eating local foods in season is the most healthful way to eat, for young and old alike. These delicious autumn-inspired meals for seniors are nutritious and easy to make. Here’s to a happy and healthy fall! Healthy Start Pumpkin Muffins Packed with eyesight-boosting vitamin A and carotenoids to slow skin aging, adding pumpkin to your …
When planning meals for elderly adults, some seniors might prefer a vegetarian diet due to health restrictions, religious beliefs or ethical reasons. Plant-based diets have been shown to increase longevity, boost the immune system and even slow the aging process. Avoiding meat products can also decrease the incidence of heart disease and certain cancers by …
Menu planning software simplifies planning meals for a crowd of hungry seniors in assisted-living while doing the one task that most cooks hate to do: provide alternatives for people who don’t like or can’t eat the items on the menu of the day. The Realities of Senior Menu Planning Made Simple Senior menus usually reflect …