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4 Strategies for Managing Your Food Budget When Grocery Prices Keep Rising

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It’s helpful to discuss this information with your staff, including nutritionists, kitchen prep staff, servers, nurses, and others who can help analyze menu item popularity, ingredient expenses, and nutritional value. Conduct Regular Menu Reviews Regular menu reviews help identify opportunities to optimize food costs.

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Portion Control in Senior Living 

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Resident nutritionists and dietitians are also knowledgeable about each resident’s health because they work so closely with them and their loved ones to establish a liberalized diet , which uses person-centered care to blend personal preference and unique health needs (such as the need for a low-sodium, low-fat, pureed diet, etc.)

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Going “Green” in Long-Term Care: Strategies for Sustainability in Food Service

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Resident-Led Sustainability Committees You might be surprised to learn that residents can be your most vital asset toward creating a sustainable community, not the nutritionists, dietitians, or kitchen staff. The post Going “Green” in Long-Term Care: Strategies for Sustainability in Food Service first appeared on Culinary Services Group.

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Consistency Matters in Senior Dining, and Here’s Why

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With Culinary Services Group as your food service management partner, you can completely customize your dining program, creating consistency that matches your residents’ needs. Ready to learn more? Schedule a time to meet with one of our consultants.

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What You Should Ask About Dining in a Care Community: 8 Questions for the Kitchen

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Some signs that a community does are: Providing residents with nutrition education specific to their needs and preferences Having nutritionists and dietitians on-site to attend to residents with special dietary needs Incorporating family involvement in meal planning Does the menu accommodate dietary restrictions?

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Do You Need an Allergy-Friendly Menu for Your Senior Living Community? Here’s How to Create One 

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Working with professionals like registered dietitians and nutritionists also makes it easier to know about residents’ exact dietary needs, such as specific allergies, food intolerances, or whether they’re taking any medications that may interact with food. The dietary experts at Culinary Services Group are here to help.

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8 Essential Nutrition Guidelines for Hospitalized Patients 

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Using Qualified Staff Registered dietitians and nutritionists are qualified staff who should be on your nutrition care team. If this sounds like something you’d like to incorporate your healthcare community, schedule a consultation with one of the Culinary Services Group team members today.