While nutrition is always a top priority in optimizing the health of residents, at our Anthem Memory Care communities we place equal importance on the entire culinary experience—from the dining environment to the presentation, taste, and texture of each meal.
For individuals living with dementia, these details matter more than ever. As dementia progresses, eating can become more challenging and the foods that once brought joy may lose their appeal. That’s why we take special care to make meals not only delicious but easier to enjoy—nourishing both body and spirit.
At the heart of the exemplary culinary experience at our communities is our dining services team. Their importance to the daily living experience of our residents cannot be overstated. They are behind every comforting, nourishing, and beautifully prepared meal.
Anthem’s Chief Operating Officer, Lewis McCoy recently expressed his appreciation:
“Dining is so much more than nutrition in our communities. It’s a moment of connection, joy, and dignity. For many residents, mealtime is something they look forward to all day. It brings familiarity, warmth, and a sense of home.
Your creativity, attention to detail, and commitment to person-centered service help shape one of the most meaningful parts of their daily experience. Whether it’s a perfectly prepared favorite dish, a holiday meal with family, or a quiet breakfast with a kind smile—you make every bite count.”
Below are just a few images of delicious meals prepared by our amazing dining services teams at our communities:
An example of a delicious meal served in the elegant environment that residents enjoy every day.
Chelsea Place Memory Care in Aurora, Colorado held their own Strawberry Festival. This is just one of many special treats.
Creativity at its finest! Our talented chefs serve delicious pureed meals for residents who have challenges maneuvering and chewing food.
As Lewis McCoy noted so eloquently, our dining services directors and their teams devote each day to creating a culinary experience that reaches the highest bar of excellence, delighting even the most discerning palate, even attracting residents’ families to come into the communities to share a lovely dinner with their loved ones.
Are you caring for a loved one with dementia and finding it challenging to prepare delicious meals that are also nutritious? We are here to help. Feel free to contact any of our Anthem Memory Care communities for tips on how to optimize the dining experience for your loved one. Better yet, come and join us for a meal! We’d love to demonstrate firsthand how delicious these meals can be – for everyone.
(Our header image shows Chef Luis, Dining Services Director at Vineyard Place Memory Care in Murietta, California with a team member creating delicious berry parfaits for residents.)