Diets Articles
Essential dietary resources and guidance tailored for PCH Mutual members. From nutrition protocols and meal planning standards to regulatory requirements and best practices, explore tools that help your facility deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality dietary services. Ensure your staff and residents benefit from well-structured programs that support health, satisfaction, and operational excellence.
The Hidden Dangers of Summer Menus: Why Hot Dogs and Hard Candy are High Risk
Hot dogs on the grill, fresh fruit, a bowl of candy — they feel like summer. But for older adults with chewing or swallowing difficulties, a few familiar favorites can carry hidden choking risks. Learn why cut and texture matter, the warning signs to watch for during meals, and simple ways to keep summer favorites on the menu safely.
Read ArticlePreventing Mealtime Risks: Using Mechanical Soft Diets to Reduce Aspiration
Making mealtimes safer is one of the most important things a caregiver can do. For residents with swallowing difficulties, a mechanical soft diet can prevent choking and reduce the risk of serious lung infections like aspiration pneumonia. Learn the key techniques for meal preparation and download our free, printable poster to use as a daily guide in your facility.
Read ArticleSpecialized Diets for Senior Care
It is important to understand the types of diets recommended for your residents’ health conditions and dietary needs but can be difficult to know which foods should be included and avoided in specialized diets. Take steps to educate yourself and your staff on specialized diets.
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