Many aspects of senior living have evolved in recent years, and the culinary experience is no exception. Today, residents can enjoy all-day dining with restaurant-style service, as well as more casual bistro and bar settings that cater to the tastes of a younger generation of seniors.  Taylor Johnson noticed the elevated dining trend across properties from clients CA Senior Living and Pathway to Living and took the idea to Next Avenue. The resulting story includes examples of how culinary programs are using chef-prepared foods and related programming, such as cooking clubs and field trips to local farms, to engage residents while promoting health and nutrition. Read the full story here.

Atria McCandless, CA Senior Living’s 179-unit senior living community in suburban Pittsburgh, offers elevated dining experiences such as an all-day bistro (pictured) and al fresco meals.