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Trends & Resources for the Healthcare & Senior Living Industry
We understand the complex challenges facing healthcare and senior living food service operations today. Critical issues such as meeting clinical nutritional standards, enhancing resident satisfaction, navigating strict regulatory compliance, and managing labor and food costs are all top of mind.
At Gordon Food Service, we bring decades of experience supporting acute care hospitals and senior living communities. We offer the specialized products, clinical tools, and industry expertise to help your operation deliver high-quality dining experiences that prioritize patient recovery and resident wellness, helping you truly succeed in the business of care.
Enhancing the DIning Experience
Enhancing the DIning Experience
Now, more than ever, hospital and long term care operators need to focus on controlling costs, and at the same time, up the game in the overall dining experience. The tools on this page will help you do just that!
Operational Best Practices
Healthcare Menu Technology
Staffing and Training
Dining and Culinary Resources
And more!
Healthcare Emergency Preparedness
Healthcare Emergency Preparedness
Now is the time to make sure you and your foodservice team has a plan for emergency situations. From menus to checklists and more, use the resources below to help plan and prepare.
Health & Wellness
Health & Wellness
As consumer demands for dietary and cultural preferences and restrictions intensifies, foodservice operators face the critical challenge of adapting their menus and operations. Gordon Food Service provides the strategic tools and resources required to effectively meet this evolving market need, while elevating customer menus.
Menu Substitution Made Simple
Menu Substitution Made Simple
Menu substitutions may need to occur for a variety of reasons, from changes with your order, miscounts with inventory or even staffing changes. Utilize this simple resource to make and document last minute menu changes to your cycle menu.
Dining Solutions for Special Nutrition Needs
Dining Solutions for Special Nutrition Needs
Memory Care
Memory Care
For people living with dementia, the right nutritional strategy is a vital tool for a higher quality of life. Discover the resources you need to lead the way in memory care dining.
IDDSI
IDDSI
In October 2021, the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) replaced the National Dysphagia Diet (NDD) in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Nutrition Care Manual. It is now recognized as the best practice for consistency modified diets.
Real Food First
Real Food First
Combating malnutrition in seniors requires more than just high-calorie additives; it requires an intentional, food-first approach. Discover how to prioritize culinary intervention to improve clinical outcomes.
Toolkits & More!
Toolkits & More!
Food Sampling Tool Kit
Food Sampling Tool Kit
Give your guests, their family members and your staff an opportunity to share feedback on new ideas. Use this tool kit to plan and execute food sampling events.
Quick Tips for Healthcare Grants
Quick Tips for Healthcare Grants
Use this resource to plan and organize your process when searching or applying for grants.
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