Meals & Nutrition
Meals and nutrition support means more than serving food. Home-cooked meals are planned around each resident’s preferences and dietary needs, with enough time to eat comfortably and remain part of a familiar daily rhythm.
What Does Meals & Nutrition Include?
Good meal support is not only about serving food. It is about making eating comfortable, familiar, and manageable.
Home-Cooked Meals
Meals prepared in a home setting with familiar foods and a regular daily rhythm.
Personal Preferences
Likes, dislikes, cultural habits, favorite foods, and long-standing routines help guide planning.
Dietary Needs
Documented allergies, provider instructions, and individual nutrition needs are considered when meals are planned.
Mealtime Help
Help may include setting up the meal, cutting food, opening containers, offering reminders, or giving encouragement.
Meals Should Still Feel Personal
A familiar table, familiar people, and enough time can make meals easier and more enjoyable.
Residents are encouraged to share preferences and make choices whenever possible.
Caregivers can offer patient assistance without rushing or turning the meal into a task.
Changes in appetite, chewing, swallowing, or interest in food can be noticed and shared with the family.
