Specialty nutrition services are provided by a registered dietitian who conducts inpatient nutrition screening and assessment, and provides education and follow-up consultation as needed. Physicians also refer patients on an outpatient basis for nutrition counseling by the dietitian. Diet consultations for any dietary problem can be provided by the dietitian. Patient insurance will be billed for the consultation. Patients' food preferences are also considered, as appropriate.
Good nutrition is a major factor in keeping seniors healthy and independent.
Senior nutrition meals are prepared Monday through Friday by Food and Nutrition Services at Kittitas Valley Community Hospital. Under the direction of a registered dietitian, KVCH cooks plan, prepare, and package hot meals for distribution sites throughout Kittitas County. KCAC employees and volunteers serve the meals to recipients at the meal sites and deliver packaged meals to home-bound recipients. Between 70 and 110 hot meals are served to seniors this way each week day. Home Health brings into patient homes skilled nursing services and rehabilitation services such as Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech Therapy.