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The Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) created the Minimum Data Set Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Manual to offer guidance on effectively providing appropriate care for nursing home and other long term care residents. The RAI manual consists of three areas: the Minimum Data…Read More
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, 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Heart disease remains the leading killer of both men and women in the United States. As we age, protecting heart health becomes increasingly important. February is heart month so it's the perfect time to support…Read More
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