Dining RD

02/24/2026

✨ Meet Our Experts: KIM FREMONT MSED, RD, LD ✨

On the Her Stories Senior Housing podcast, Kim beautifully captures what hospitality in senior living is really about - creating meaningful moments, honoring each chapter of life, and recognizing the impact our teams make every day.

Her deep commitment to resident-centered dining, Kind Dining, and genuine hospitality isn’t just something she talks about - it’s something she lives out in her work, her leadership, and the way she supports communities across the country.

Kim has a rare ability to blend compassion with excellence, reminding teams that compliance, quality, and connection can - and should - go hand in hand.

This week, she brings that same heart and expertise to DiningRD as the featured speaker for our upcoming survey compliance webinar, helping communities feel confident and prepared - so their teams can spend less time worrying about surveys and more time caring for residents.

🎙️ Listen to Kim’s podcast episode here: https://bit.ly/46n2ArX

💻 Register for the webinar: https://bit.ly/3MHDa1G

S2.EP78 – Learn how Kim Fremont climbed the invisible ladder to the top of her profession.

02/17/2026

Did you know that plate presentation plays a role in compliance? Find out what label first, plate second really means in our latest Chef's Corner Tip. https://www.diningrd.com/blog/chefs-corner/

02/13/2026

Food is love. ❤️

And every plate is a chance to make someone feel at home. Happy Valentine's Day from DiningRD!

02/11/2026

Free CE Spotlight Tomorrow: Dining & Dignity - Supporting Mealtimes in Memory Care

Join us at 1 pm CT - Mealtimes play a vital role in comfort, connection, and dignity for individuals living with memory loss. This webinar will share practical, person-centered strategies to support positive dining experiences in memory care. Learn how to create supportive environments, adapt mealtime approaches, and preserve dignity while meeting nutritional needs.

Register now https://diningrd.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AOk-LykXR1OHJNI_hT25VA #/registration

02/06/2026

As we close out Pride in Food Service Week, we think our team member Karen Swift put it best.

"I cannot call out just one community, it is all of my clients!

When I think about Pride in Food Service Week, I think about the dedicated, hardworking food service workers - my clients - who prepare delicious meals and bring joy to the lives of our seniors every day. Thank you all for everything you do. Your work truly matters."

02/05/2026

As we continue honoring food service professionals and their teams for Pride In Food Service Week, our team members shared four more individuals that are making a difference.

"Marj Smith leads with heart, commitment, and an unwavering focus on resident well-being. Her embrace of Dining Manager software reflects that same forward-thinking leadership—supporting her team at Good Samaritan in delivering exceptional meals, streamlining operations, and enhancing the dining experience for every resident."

“Pride in Foodservice Week is about celebrating operators who lead with heart and operational excellence—and Bob Mulligan embodies that every day at TLC Management. His commitment to strong systems, empowered teams, and quality dining experiences shows how impactful foodservice leadership can be. Bob sets the bar for what it means to be an operator who truly understands the role food plays in care and community.”

"When I think of a client who truly takes pride in food service, Jerry Black at Prosper Life Care at Wickliffe immediately comes to mind, along with the outstanding food produced by the community's kitchen team. Through conversations with their leadership, it’s clear they are deeply proud of the quality of meals served to their residents. Since joining the team, Jerry has implemented numerous menu customizations to better reflect and fulfill resident preferences.

"Roger Miller from Brightwater brings extensive industry experience and a strong understanding of resident expectations for dining operations. Since implementing the TableSide program, he has consistently asked thoughtful questions to ensure his operation performs at the highest level. He regularly provides insightful feedback, and his willingness to share that input helps us better tailor our software to meet the needs of all the residents it serves."

02/04/2026

Pride in Foodservice Week is about celebrating operators who lead the way—and Sheri Streeting is a true pioneer at Bay Bluffs- Emmet County Medical Care Facility. Her thoughtful use of technology to support teams, improve accuracy, and enhance the dining experience shows how innovation can strengthen foodservice operations without losing the human touch. Sheri’s leadership sets a powerful example of how technology and care can work together to elevate dining.

02/03/2026

Join us in celebrating one of our partners, Cedarhurst Senior Living!

Client Success Specialist Alyssa Ailey wrote about the team, "When I think of taking pride and ownership in food service, I think of Chef Christian Gullet from Cedarhurst Senior Living!

His enthusiasm for creating an exceptional dining experience for the Cedarhurst residents really shines through. Christian is especially passionate about encouraging the Cedarhurst team to utilize our TableSide software, to ensure that residents are able to select and customize their meals as needed.

He has hand crafted their own custom Cedarhurst alternative menu that they offer to residents on a daily basis to ensure that the meal times are the best part of their day! I really appreciate the thoughtfulness and organization he brings to the Cedarhurst dining team."

Thank you for all you do, Christian!

02/03/2026

It’s Pride in Foodservice Week, and we’re celebrating the incredible people who make dining programs shine every single day.

From chefs and kitchen teams, to servers and more - your creativity, care, and commitment are what turn meals into meaningful experiences. You don’t just serve food… you build community, comfort, and connection.

All week long, we’ll be spotlighting outstanding foodservice partners who go above and beyond to deliver excellence. We’re proud to work alongside teams who raise the bar and make a difference for the people they serve.

💬 We want to celebrate even more of you!

Tag a foodservice professional who deserves recognition for the amazing job they do.

01/29/2026

Menus matter - on the plate and on the page!

DiningRD is now integrated with MustHaveMenus, giving Silver and above communities additional ways to present the DiningRD menus they already rely on - using professionally designed templates.

🎥 Watch the quick overview here!

The DiningRD and MustHaveMenus integration streamlines menu management from start to finish. Updates flow automatically saving time, reducing labor, and lowe...

01/22/2026

❄️ With Winter Storm Fern on the way, now is a good time to review your emergency dining plan. Storms test more than operations - they test preparedness.

We’re sharing practical guidance to help residents and dining teams stay safe, supported and ready.

👉 Read the blog: https://www.diningrd.com/blog/storm-preparedness-in-long-term-care-emergency-dining-through-a-survey-ready-lens/

01/12/2026

✨ Meet Our Experts: Elaine Farley-Zoucha RD, LMNT ✨

In this Career Reflections episode from our friends at the Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals (ANFP) Elaine shares her career journey in senior living - from culinary school to hospital foodservice to executive leadership.

Today, Elaine serves as Vice President of Recruiting & CDM Services at DiningRD, where she leads our registered dietitian and CDM staffing efforts - supporting communities with interim coverage, long-term placements, and experienced professionals who keep dining programs compliant and running smoothly.

Learn more about Elaine's journey here: http://bit.ly/456rUln

This Career Reflections features Elaine Farley-Zoucha, RD, LMNT. Elaine is the Vice President of Recruiting, CDM Services at DiningRD. In this episode, Elaine s