'ICAA B2B Snapshot Report: Nutrition needs in senior living

There was a time when food simply filled our need for energy, sustenance and social experiences. Today, food is recognized as much more because of its impact on our physical and cognitive health and performance--no matter our age. This knowledge, driven by science, has seen the messages about food choices for healthy eating widely promoted in the United States. To discover more about the knowledge of healthy eating among residents in senior living, and to learn how food services are delivered, the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA) has conducted a brief survey of members and associates throughout the United States. Responses to the ICAA B2B Snapshot Survey illuminate nutrition needs in senior living and how organizations are addressing them. This article presents some research highlights.