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 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... 
by bo@solvedesignstudio.com | Nov 25, 2025 | Compliance, GPO, Menu Planning, Procurement
The end of the year is a natural reset point. It’s when dietary managers take a hard look at what worked, what didn’t, and what residents truly need moving forward. And with rising food costs, stricter surveys, ongoing staffing challenges, and higher expectations for... 
by bo@solvedesignstudio.com | Sep 25, 2025 | Compliance, Menu Planning
Food plays a central role in the life of a senior care community. Mealtimes provide not only nutrition but also comfort, dignity, and a sense of connection for residents. At the same time, menus must align with a wide range of regulations and dietary standards, often... 
by bo@solvedesignstudio.com | Jun 24, 2025 | Compliance, Consulting, Menu Planning
Managing small hospital dietary services presents unique challenges. From limited staff to regulatory complexity, small hospital dietary services often face gaps that affect care, compliance, and cost. Dietary services are often managed under constraints of limited...