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What You Might Not Know about West Coast Senior Living

Unidine

For senior living communities on the West Coast where food culture has long championed a remarkable array of ethnic cuisines, plant-forward fare, and local-leaning menus, resident expectations are particularly spirited. The combination of these factors presents unique challenges for senior living operators.

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Equipment Specifying: Transitioning with RATIONAL – Part 4

Total Food Service

Building Partnerships With Smart Equipment Specifying: Erickson Senior Living outfits its kitchens with iCombi Pros with support from RATIONAL It was the finishing, or “plating,” feature of RATIONAL’s iCombi Pro that caught the attention of Philip Maloney, senior director of culinary development and operations at Erickson Senior Living.

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The Freedom of Culinary Choice

Culinary Services Group

According to data from AARP, most older adults 50+ (77%) want to age in place, which means staying in their homes rather than moving to a senior living community (SLC). Department of Health and Human Services, all older adults are at risk for poorer health outcomes – making it difficult for this to remain possible for many seniors.

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Introducing the Nation’s First Food Service Wellness Institute and Certification

The Food Service Wellness Institute

To Facilitate Healthier Dining in Businesses, Hospitals, Schools, and Senior Living Facilities, we are pleased to announce the official launch of The Food Service Wellness Institute™ (FSWI) the onsite food service industry's leading vehicle for national wellness certification, education, standards, and resources.

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Senior Living’s Critical Dining Challenges and Implications for the Future

Unidine

Today, senior living communities face a variety of challenges meeting their residents’ needs while preparing for the larger, more diverse senior population of the future. with needs and desires that differ greatly from prior senior generations. This new era of senior living is exciting, but also potentially overwhelming.

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Why is Alignment Essential When Searching for a Dining Services Partner? 

Culinary Services Group

Both are vital to providing quality long-term care, where culture, capabilities, and cost are all factors you must consider as you figure out what services to outsource and which ones you already have the resources to provide. Does your senior living community prioritize any of these values?

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Redefining Hospitality

Unidine

Unidine Lifestyles Provides Comfort and Nutrition to Residents of Senior Living Communities The dinner table is where many families gather daily to tell stories, provide support, and share some laughs. Centered on a dedication to unparalleled hospitality experiences, Unidine Lifestyles specializes in serving senior living communities.