Perspectives
Optimizing Client Outcomes With a Person-Centered Approach
For many, health and wellness are becoming a top priority as people seek greater quality of life. This means that the person-centered approach has become increasingly important, with experts in care shifting their focus towards the individual. This approach allows for customized recommendations based on a client’s unique needs and desires. This philosophy is particularly…
Read MoreUnidine’s Innovative Programs Emphasize Nutrition and Its Importance for Treatment of Eating Disorders
Malnutrition and nutrient deficiencies, caused by reduced caloric and nutritional intake, can have severe consequences on physical and mental health, such as loss of lean body mass, altered brain function, and increased risk of chronic diseases. Download the full report: Unidine: Serving Excellence from Scratch Characterized by a severe and persistent disturbances in behavior, eating…
Read MoreAdapting to the Evolving Tastes of the Baby Boomer Generation: A Closer Look
As the experts in hospitality trends, CCL uses industry insights and audience analysis to arm senior living communities with the know-how and capabilities to meet the evolving needs and tastes of baby boomers. The senior care and services industry has long been geared toward clientele seeking a comfortable and stable residence post-retirement or needing assistive…
Read MoreExamining the Importance of Nutrition in Treating Substance Use Disorders
Substance addiction can cause malnutrition and dietary imbalances, which can lead to physical and mental health issues and increase the risk of developing other diseases. Unidine emphasizes the importance of providing fresh and healthy food options to support addiction recovery. Their health-focused approach aims to reintroduce essential nutrients to support healthy brain function during the…
Read MoreCCL Celebrates National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month, a time to bring awareness and education to the public on the importance of nutrition and healthy lifestyles for overall well-being. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics first created National Nutrition Month in 1973, which means this year, we celebrate 50 years of learning from registered dietitians about making informed…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Sous Vide Cooking
Sous vide cooking has become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. The French term sous vide means “under vacuum,” and it refers to the process of cooking food in a vacuum-sealed bag at a precise and constant temperature in a water bath. This results in perfectly cooked food that is tender, juicy,…
Read MoreGender Equity and Equality in Hospitality: A Conversation
Significant progress has been made to improve gender equity and equality in the workplace and beyond in recent decades. Remember when women couldn’t get a credit card in their own name without a co-signer? That was 50 years ago. From having your own credit card to improving female representation in leadership to grassroots efforts to…
Read MoreThe 5 Most Common Supply Chain Challenges in Senior Living Hospitality
Navigating inflation and supply chain pressures in senior living has not been easy the last few years, let alone considering how to keep resident satisfaction high. From high levels of substitutions due to shortages and rising food costs, senior living providers face numerous challenges to maintain a smooth and efficient supply chain for their communities.…
Read MoreAn Introduction to CCL
We know that when we deliver inspired culinary and support services focused on creating memorable moments for our guests, we can drive competitive advantage. That is why everything we do is rooted in our mission – deliver through our great people, outstanding food, dining and support services in a hospitality – based culture, meeting and exceeding financials.
Read More10 Common Questions Answered on Outsourcing Senior Living Dining
Outsourcing is a strategic partnership and collaboration with an external third party to perform and manage tasks that would traditionally be handled internally. It is a strategy that typically includes contracting of specialized service providers that have highly focused expertise. The collaboration with this expertise offers significant business value to your organization. Why Outsource? •…
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