Our brains are always hard at work, but sometimes, even our most important organ needs a boost. While it’s naturally a powerhouse within our bodies, the brain functions best when you get the appropriate amount of nutrients in your diet. And it’s inextricably linked...
When was the last time you or a loved one had to go to the hospital? Outside of whatever reason you had to stay there, what was the most memorable part of your experience? Typically, the first answer that comes to mind isn’t the food. Nutrition, especially...
During this year’s National Nutrition Month, we’re going beyond encouraging you to eat healthier. We want to help you understand the importance of incorporating fresh, local, natural, and safe ingredients and best practices into your kitchen. But a lot of the time,...
Transitioning into long-term care (LTC) is a big decision for you and your loved ones. Aside from finding somewhere safe, clean, and with the appropriate resources, evaluating the aspects of daily living is the most important part of figuring out whether you’ll like...
If you haven’t already, it’s time to start encouraging your residents to listen to their hearts. While American Heart Month is geared toward raising awareness about better care of your heart health, this year, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) emphasizes the...
Healthcare facilities aren’t traditionally known for their high-quality food. However, just like you wouldn’t go to the chiropractor to get your taxes done, you don’t see your doctor because they’re a great chef. Even if you’re not in the market to completely overhaul...
It’s January, which means it’s National Glaucoma Awareness Month! If you work in long-term care, shuttling residents to and from their eye doctor appointments will likely take up much of your transport team’s time. However, they aren’t the only staff in your community...
Millennials and Gen Zeers are known for driving the culinary industry’s latest food trends. And with social media being a driving force behind this exposure to new things to eat, older generations are generally left out of food companies’ marketing efforts. According...
One of the first lessons you learn as a leader in business is determining whether an investment is worthwhile. If you intend to spend time, energy, and finances on something, it should have a high return and low risk. Most importantly, it should align with your...
November is Long-Term Care Awareness Month. With 70% of older adults (65+) requiring long-term care as they age, the need for senior living communities is only growing with time. If you have a loved one in this age group or need care sooner rather than later, you’re...
