Senior living operators must get creative and bring new menus to the table as they refresh culinary programs to meet the demand for older adults. Older adults are coming to communities with broadened tastes while desiring new flavors. But there’s a distinct balance that operators must find in providing the “staples” and “comfort foods” residents […]
Senior living operators still face a volatile pricing environment when it comes to food costs as expenses threaten to eat away at recent gains in margins. From rising costs for menu staples to kitchen supplies, operators are bolstering their culinary programs with new menus and new tactics to reduce food waste, improve service and boost […]
This article is part of your SHN+ subscription Learn the latest dining trends during the Senior Housing News DISHED Sept. 3-4 in Atlanta, Georgia. DISHED brings together operators, owners, culinary staff and directors to discuss their strategies and challenges and brainstorm solutions to innovate their operations. To register for this event, visit the link here. I […]
Learn the latest dining trends during the Senior Housing News DISHED Sept. 3-4 in Atlanta, Georgia. DISHED brings together operators, owners, culinary staff and directors to discuss their strategies and challenges and brainstorm solutions to innovate their operations. To register for this event, visit the link here. In the last few years, senior living operators […]
The International Council on Active Aging (ICAA) and newly launched hospitality and dining services company Restaura are rolling out a new way for senior living operators to benchmark the quality of their dining. The companies on Wednesday announced they are launching an effort dubbed the “Culinary and Hospitality Benchmarking System” to help operators understand how […]
Senior living operators in recent years have spent time revamping culinary and dining programs to improve the overall resident experience, while using dining to inform programming and engagement. Senior Housing News caught up with Benchmark Senior Living Vice President of Culinary Dawn Bradley, who joined the company earlier this month. From more personal customization to […]
Two senior living food service veterans have launched a new culinary services company with a goal of using technology and other practices to change senior living culinary programs for the better. The new company, Restaura Hospitality Group, officially launched Tuesday. Leading its launch is Richard Schenkel, the founder and former CEO of Unidine; and former […]
Farm-to-table fare in on-site restaurants is just one of the ways that operator Harbor Retirement Associates (HRA) is seeking to “disrupt the market” for senior living. The Vero Beach, Florida-based company has touted serving farm-to-table fare on the menu at its 20 communities in 8 states. The company’s chefs use fruits, vegetables and herbs culled […]
Wellness is a big area of interest in senior living dining programs given the wants and needs of the incoming baby boomer generation. But wellness goes beyond just meeting dietary needs. Senior living operators including Lifespark and Garden Spot Communities are going beyond low-sodium and low-fat meals and are embracing food that is both toothsome […]
Flavorful, varied, healthy – those are just some of the words to describe what senior living residents want out of their dining options. In 2024, developing a senior living menu that the incoming generation of residents will want is no easy task. Not only are incoming residents bringing preferences for new flavors and dishes with […]
