April is Move More Month
Did you know that nearly half of U.S. adults do not get enough physical exercise? April is Move More Month, an observation intended to raise awareness of the importance of physical activity and moving more…Read More
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CMS Regulations for Nursing Homes: Using the Nutrition Critical Element Pathway
Understanding the Nutrition Critical Element Pathway Understanding the CMS Nutrition Critical Element Pathway - and ensuring your team does, too - can have a significant impact during a state survey. This pathway enables surveyors to determine whether residents' nutritional needs are being met safely and whether federal guidelines are followed.…Read More
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Food Safety for Summer Celebrations
June 7, 2019 is World Food Safety Day! This initiative was developed by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the World Health Organization who together manage a Joint Food Standards Programme,…Read More
July is National Picnic Month!
July is National Picnic Month, and there couldn’t be a better month for it! It’s important to soak up some vitamin D, exercise, and relax outside while you enjoy some fun foods with those you…Read More
Holiday Tips for Nutrition Professionals
With the holidays right around the corner, food will likely play a big role in many celebrations and gatherings. But let's not to forget the importance of nutrition and food safety in the midst of…Read More
Play It Safe: Food Safety for Older Adults
George has been living alone since his wife recently passed. His wife did all the cooking, and George's skills are limited to reheating food on the stove or in the microwave. His daughter June worried…Read More
Practice Food Safety This Summer
As mask mandates are being lifted and more and more individuals are getting vaccinated, it’s important to go into summer knowing that health and safety are still important and should be kept top-of-mind. Outdoor dining…Read More
National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
February 22-28, 2021 marks America’s National Eating Disorder Awareness Week - a time to increase awareness, educate and share resources with individuals and health care professionals nationwide. View the articles below to learn more about…Read More
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month 2021
My mother was intelligent, sharp and the picture of health until she was about 80 years old when she sufferied a heart attack. Within the next five years, we realized that she had been hiding…Read More
Exploring the Benefits of Plant-Based Eating During Vegetarian Awareness Month
October 1 was World Vegetarian Day, and the whole month of October is Vegetarian Awareness Month, an observance to spread the health benefits of adopting a vegetarian diet. Research shows that incorporating more plant-based foods…Read More
Making Mealtime Magic This Holiday Season
We want this holiday season to be a magical time for everyone, and the last thing you or your patients should be worried about is food. Take a look at our sample holiday menus for…Read More
Regulatory Questions
Federal Regulations Specific Questions Related to Federal Nursing Home Regulations Also refer to our Regulatory Tips & Resources page. Feeding Assistants F Tag 811 of the CMS State Operations Manual outlines guidelines for paid…Read More
