Food for Group Homes

Why recipes for Group Homes?

I wrote this book as the result of my lifetime work with long-term Group Homes communities for developmentally disabled individuals.

As a consultant registered dietitian nutritionist in long-term care communities I plan menus and develop recipes that meet the nutrient needs of those residing there. Knowing it’s not enough to meet nutrient needs, but that food also needs to meet the emotional and cultural needs of those eating it, my goal is to serve flavorful, nutritious food prepared with fresh and wholesome ingredients. The flavors and aroma and comfort of nurturing food stimulates the appetite of even the pickiest persons.

Community Centered Residential Facilities (CCRF) such as Group Home (GH) for 4, 6 & 8 were determined to be the most acceptable for the integration process and long-term community living. Group Homes have between 4 and 6 residents of similar age requiring the same level of care and are located in community neighborhoods.

What’s Included:

Consisting of two chapters it is an easy to manage lightweight recipe book and the soft back help keep it open to the right page while in use.

• Chapter 1 has 120 recipes divided into 10 categories.

 

• Chapter 2 is a toolkit for staff and consultants with useful information that includes guidelines, procedures, charts, tables and education and training lesson plans.

• You will also find the ingredients and inventory lists convenient when planning to shop. The recipes are quantified for for six servings and are generous enough to accommodate large portions.

• Instructions for altered textures are included in each recipe since those are commonly needed by many individuals with disability.
• The nutrient analysis includes calories, fat, protein, carbohydrate, dietary fiber, cholesterol and sodium and exchanges. Recipes comply with the USDA School Lunch Standards.
• The Table of Contents is arranged in alpha-numerical order and page numbers are in the bottom center portion of the page.