Tailoring Diets for Optimal Health
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Overview: Personalizing nutrition is a key component of high-quality care in long-term care settings, as it recognizes the unique dietary needs of each resident based on medical conditions, preferences, cultural backgrounds, and more. This session will provide long-term care providers with practical tools and insights to develop individualized meal plans that support improved health outcomes, enhanced quality of life, and increases resident satisfaction. By understanding the role of tailored diets, providers can more effectively manage chronic conditions, meet evolving nutritional needs, and empower residents with greater choice and comfort in their daily lives.
Objectives:
- Understand the importance of personalized nutrition.
- Assess individual nutritional needs.
- Tailor diets for chronic conditions.
- Incorporate cultural and dietary preferences.
- Collaborate with staff to create customized meals.
Audience: SNF & ALF
Vicki Rethmeier is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Medical Nutrition Therapist with many years of experience in nutrition and dietetics. She serves full-time as a faculty member at Southeast Community College, where she teaches a variety of courses, including nutrition. She also serves as the Program Co-Chair for Culinary/Hospitality and Baking and Pastry programs as well as coordinating the Dietary Manager Certificate program. In addition to her academic role, she works part-time as a Nutrition Therapist at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, providing personalized care to clients of all ages. She is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their health goals through evidence-based nutritional guidance. Vicki is married, has three children and in her free time enjoys reading, sewing and crafts.