Assisted living facilities need effective food menu program strategies to deal with the loss of appetite. The problem is common among older adults, a decreased desire to eat can lead to malnourishment – and dietary deficiencies can create serious health consequences. Seniors struggle with mealtime for a number of reasons. Dental issues, medical disorders, depression, and …
Does your assisted living facility offer seasonal menus for seniors? Making meals and snacks with locally-grown fruits and vegetables picked at the peak of ripeness provides many advantages, especially as compared to consuming pre-packaged processed produce. Fresh, seasonal foods have more nutrients than those shipped in from afar or processed and packaged. They’re also fresher and have more flavor. What’s in season in …
Dietitian-approved menus can address – and resolve – the many challenges of meal planning for senior vegetarians. A well-planned vegetarian diet, focused on serving a variety of the right types of foods, can meet the unique nutritional needs of older adults. With dietitian-approved menus, seniors at adult care centers can eat vegetarian and stay healthy – not to …
Developing healthy ice cream recipe ideas for seniors is no simple task – nutrition is key, but both the flavor and texture must be on point. July is National Ice Cream Month, so now’s the perfect time to look for quick and easy frozen dessert recipe ideas for seniors. Below are four of our favorite …
Menus for assisted living facilities are constantly changing to satisfy their residents. Today’s seniors – many of whom are from the baby boomer generation – have very different needs and expectations than their predecessors. The new population of older adults tends to be educated, well-traveled and affluent, and all of these factors must be considered in planning meals …
Dietitian-approved menus are the best way to deal with senior care home residents who suffer from dysphagia. Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, is a common concern for older adults – at least 15 percent of seniors suffer from this age-related dysphagia. Dietitian-approved menus for seniors are designed to address dysphagia, as any disruption in the swallowing process can lead to serious …
