The food smells and looks good and is served at proper temperatures. Residents are offered choices of food at mealtimes. Residents weight is routinely monitored. There are water pitchers and glasses on tables in the rooms. Staff help residents drink if they are not able to do so on their own.
Nutritious snacks are available during the day and evening.
The environment in the dining room encourages residents to relax, socialize, and enjoy their food. Tips Ask the professional staff how the medicine a resident takes can affect what they eat and how often they may want something to drink. Visit at mealtime. Sometimes the food a home serves is fine, but a resident still won't eat. Nursing home residents may like some control over their diet.