by bo@solvedesignstudio.com | Sep 20, 2026 | Consulting, Menu Planning, Nutrition
Senior living dining is changing. Residents and families increasingly expect food that is nutritious, familiar when it should be, and interesting when they want something new. They also expect a dining experience that feels personal rather than institutional. That... 
by bo@solvedesignstudio.com | Sep 10, 2026 | Compliance, Menu Planning
When the survey process changes, the best response is not to guess which binder someone may ask to see. It is to make sure daily dietary practice tells a clear, connected story. CMS is implementing a risk-based survey (RBS) approach for certain consistently... 
by bo@solvedesignstudio.com | Aug 27, 2026 | Consulting, Nutrition
Registered dietitians enter the profession because food and nutrition can change lives. In long-term care, that impact becomes part of each resident’s daily experience. The work combines medical nutrition therapy, person-centered care, foodservice operations, staff... 
by bo@solvedesignstudio.com | Aug 13, 2026 | Compliance, Consulting, Nutrition
Unintended weight loss in long-term care is more than a number on a monthly report. It can be an early sign of illness, medication effects, depression, swallowing difficulty, dental problems, declining function, or a dining experience that no longer meets a resident’s... 
by bo@solvedesignstudio.com | Aug 1, 2026 | Compliance, Menu Planning
Menu planning in long-term care is far more complex than deciding what to serve for dinner. Dietary managers must simultaneously satisfy state and federal regulatory requirements, accommodate a wide range of therapeutic diet modifications, and create menus that...