Seniors’ sense of smell weakens, but not their enjoyment of food, researchers find
By
Alicia Lasek
Jul 13, 2021
The sense of smell declines with age, but this loss doesn’t happen across the board, a new study shows. The findings may help care providers improve the meals and dining experiences of older adults in...
First impressions count: Setting the table for success
By
Ross Skadsberg
Jan 07, 2015
In any foodservice operation, washing dishes is a necessary routine which does not get a lot of attention. Yet guests — in long-term care communities as in restaurants— consistently rate cleanliness...
I couldn’t live without … Pinnacle CareReview
Jan 01, 2014
Instant consumer feedback has become paramount in today’s competitive long-term care industry, so comments offered by patients, residents and family members are invaluable in helping operators improve...
Unidine part of readmission strategy
Oct 05, 2013
Trinity Senior Living Communities has said its partnership with Unidine Corporation has reduced dehydration among residents and lowered readmissions.
The long-term care leftovers that earned a warning
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 09, 2013
Today in the annals of Nursing Homes That Should Know Better, we turn our attention to a rural part of Tennessee.
Loyalty program for food service operators
Apr 24, 2013
Food service operators can sign up to earn exclusive rewards through the new TRIO® Triple Play Loyalty program. By joining the loyalty program early, members will receive recipes and start building up...
Attitudes about food create opportunities for healthcare operators and manufacturers
By
John Bassounas
Mar 16, 2011
The first question, be it in discussion of a retirement community, healthcare facility, or similar location is, “How’s the food?” For the food service operator, that’s the million-dollar...
Long-term care providers prepare for food-service show of pride
Jan 28, 2011
Facility operators will be preparing next week to honor and showcase their dietary managers and employees the following week. “Pride in Food Service Week” kicks off Feb. 7 to “celebrate...