Seasonal menus for seniors celebrate the flavors that are fresh right now. And, since pumpkin season has arrived, why not consider adding fall’s favorite squash to your fall menu? Because pumpkin is versatile as well as flavorful, the recipe options are seemingly endless. But, beyond the familiar flavor profile, pumpkin packs a powerful health punch. Read on to …
Dietitian-approved menus reinvent classic, well-loved dishes to make them healthier – without sacrificing their flavor or appeal. October is National Pizza Month, so why not serve up some healthy versions to your senior care center residents? Pizza is a favorite among older adults, but traditional pies are often loaded with calories, fat and sodium. These tips …
A high-quality senior food menu program is essential to the health and well-being care center residents. In fact, cuisine is often a deciding factor for seniors and their families when choosing a residential facility. To help ensure mealtime satisfaction, assisted living facilities and nursing homes are rethinking their approach to developing menus for seniors. Below are three tried-and-true strategies for creating a successful …
Frighteningly fun and healthy recipe ideas for seniors can make Halloween a hit for the residents of your assisted living facility, group home, nursing home or senior care center. With this spooky holiday right around the corner, now is the time to plan some tasty themed treats. After all, many older adults have a wicked sweet tooth. Serving …
How does your menu planning program combat food waste? Waste is an ongoing concern for any adult care facility – throwing away food is like throwing away money, after all. And, many senior centers see thousands of dollars in wasted food every year. To reduce waste in your assisted living center, group home or …
Food menu programs for seniors should be designed with hydration in mind. As we age, our bodies become less able to conserve water and our sense of thirst diminishes. Chronic illnesses, including diabetes and dementia, and well as many medications, can make these problems worse. Because older adults face a greater risk for dehydration, senior care centers must …
