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Many residents are sitting around a dining table in a care setting. They have all raise their water glasses to cheers while eating a meal.

CHOICE+ Program: Making the Most of Mealtimes

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CHOICE+ is a research-informed program that uses a relationship-centred approach to help team members improve the mealtime experience in retirement, assisted living, and long-term care (LTC) homes. The program helps ensure that people’s preferences are respected, dignity is honoured, and the dining environment is positive. Designed to help build organizational capacity, CHOICE+ provides team members with a framework to make lasting change. 

Learn more about CHOICE+ and discover training, tools, and resources at the-ria.ca/choice

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