Social Service also counsels families or guardians about personal or emotional problems as they relate to resident care, and follows through later by providing continuity of supportive care. Dietary Good nutrition is essential to good health at all age levels. It is especially important for the senior adult. Jennings Terrace has a responsibility, as part of the resident's care, to help them understand the importance of essential food groups and the contribution they make towards their health. Our own food service personnel prepare all the meals.
Special care is taken to serve flavorful and appetizing foods.
All menus are developed according to prescribed medical diets ordered by the physicians. They also interview each resident as to their special needs with regards to food preferences. The Dietitian and Food Service Supervisor also monitor each resident's nutritional status using monthly weights, daily intake records and relevant lab data. If deemed necessary, a nutritional supplement may be recommended to assist with adequate oral intake. The results of these assessments are shared at resident's care conferences.