Nutrition plays a significant role in healthy aging. For older adults, it is not only about food for the body. Nutrition supports the immune system, supports the health of bones and muscles, manages chronic health conditions, and is even believed to potentially support memory and mood. At Seahore, we believe food time is more than just a person eating. It is also about comfort, dignity, and enjoyment.

Our senior meal plan has been designed by a nutritionist to provide a balanced meal plan that is flavorful and easy to eat for seniors. Our meals are designed with portion control and heart-healthy, nutrient-dense ingredients, creating a meal plan that is healthy, yet fun!

Take a glimpse of a week in Seashore and how we intentionally focus on nutrition for seniors.

Importance of Nutrition at Old Age:

Metabolism declines naturally with old age, food consumption is low, and, sometimes, there is difficulty in cutting and digesting food. Older adults should still receive some nutrients (eg, calcium, vitamin D, and protein), while additional sodium and sugar intake should be moderated.

Our meal wheel reflects these age-related changes and changes in consumption and meets these needs by providing meals that are:

  • Well balanced, including protein, whole grains, healthy fats, fruit, and vegetables;
  • Easy to chew, easy textured, and portioned for seniors;
  • Delicious, featuring herbs and spices for flavor without the addition of too much salt or sugar;
  • Customizable menus, tailored to your specific dietary needs, restrictions, and preferences.

Nutrition at Seashore: A Look Inside.

For our Seashore meal program, senior-specific means meals centered on balance, flavor, and health. Each day, Seashore residents are provided:

  • Nutritious breakfast: Food characterized by whole grains, fruits, and proteins for energy.
  • Light-weight balanced lunch that may include soup, salad, and protein.
  • Nutritious dinners that may be a wide array of fish, chicken, or plant-based entrees with vegetables or healthy grains.

Our food is made from fresh, high-quality materials and is developed for seniors with especially added texture-sensitive options, keeping in mind the low-sodium recipes. The result is the food that gives health to the body; It supports general health and well-being; And it helps to increase the experience of enjoyment in each food.

More than a meal—Meals and Memories:

Nutrition is merely one reference point. At Seashore, dining isn’t just about wellness, dining is about community and enjoyment. Seniors are gathering in a warm, inviting, plate-to-table to share meals and, in turn, meaningful geriatric socializing and ultimately eliminating isolation experienced in later years of life. Staff are always available to provide assistance for our residents with special needs while preserving dignity and independence.

Mealtime is also about providing a dining experience. Our chefs coordinate and communicate with the dietitians to ensure that our menus rotate, that seasonal produce is introduced, and to keep criteria interesting while ensuring full nutritional value. Every bite is asserted to promote health and nourishment or comfort and satisfaction.

Eating as a Social Experience:

Mealtimes at Seashore go beyond eating—they’re social events. Groups of residents come together to dine in our stunning dining spaces with a restaurant dining experience, where they eat together, socialize with friends, and celebrate special occasions. The social experience of eating together is important for emotional welfare, relaxing feelings of loneliness and elevating mood.

Opportunities such as birthdays, holidays, or cultural ceremonies are seen with themed food service, decoration and chef, which leads the food experience to a special experience.

Conclusion:

At Seashore, we recognize that health and vitality begin with proper nutrition for adults over sixty years old. Each week we design weekly menus that combine fresh, nutrient-dense ingredients and meals we curate to elevate our weekly menus while fostering an environment to enjoy meals that support seniors’ overall health, vitality, and enjoyment, day after day.

A week of meals at Seashore cannot merely be conveyed as food on a plate. A week of meals at Seashore is an important demonstration of our commitment to holistic care, healthy lifestyles, and happy aging.