March Winter Issue 2024

IN THIS SEASON'S ISSUE: Dietary Insights, Tips and News

REFRESHING NEWS

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT - Qualmax

Every day when you go into this business, what is the feeling you have?

"Enjoyment!"

Speaking of enjoyment, it can't be that all the way in the beginning was all full of joy. Tell me how you got started in this.

"I started working as a warehouse manager in a company which supplies nursing homes. When the company closed down, I loved what we did, and I started my own company!"

We are expense advisors, together we are expense experts. What is your best expense tip?

"Every facility should use a dispensing system."

<-- Learn more by watching our video featuring Joel Greenfield, CEO/founder of Qualmax Supplies!

BLOGGING WITH PRIME SOURCE

10 Approaches to Enhance Purchase Decision-making in Nursing Homes for Senior Care

Finding the correct information about senior care is more vital than ever in today’s digital age. As the healthcare industry adapts to an aging population and potential changes in federal rules, the role of dietitians and their teams is changing as well. See how Prime Source can help you enhance dietary purchasing plans in your facility. Read more

Food & Beverage GPOs: Can They Help Your Senior Care Facility Save Money?

As we approach the upcoming year, you might be thinking about how to make it even more successful than the one before. Let Prime Source teach you about the effectiveness of food and beverage GPO's to see if they're right for your business. Read more

TOP "DIETARY" NEWS

Your Guide to Nursing Home Kitchen Regulations for Food Safety Success

Adhering to nursing home kitchen regulations is essential to ensure the safety of elderly residents. Alarming statistics related to foodborne illnesses in nursing homes are putting the dietary industry at a crossroads. Read more

Losing Weight After 60: Best Diets for Seniors

Navigating health and weight maintenance as we age poses challenges, underscoring the importance of a balanced approach to diet and exercise for successful weight loss. Maye Musk, a 75-year-old supermodel, serves as an example, attributing her vitality to a sensible plant-based eating plan reminiscent of the Mediterranean diet. Read more.

Food trends for 2024: What’s to come this year

The food and beverage industry is rapidly changing due to evolving consumer preferences and the influence of AI. Traditional categories like meat and breakfast foods are declining, while the plant-based sector is uncertain. In the alcohol industry, changing consumer habits are driving a shift toward nonalcoholic options, prompting companies to prioritize innovation for relevance and growth. Read more.

A comprehensive assessment of oral health, swallowing difficulty, and nutritional status in older nursing home residents

Malnutrition is increasingly prevalent in individuals over 60, with rates possibly ranging from 6% to 29.4%. The study emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive assessment involving tools like MNA, OHAT, EAT-10, and FOIS to identify factors such as oral health and swallowing function influencing the nutritional status of long-term care residents. Read more.

A $190 million phone call: Medicare Advantage insurance giant accuses government of stripping bonus payments after one bad ‘secret shopper’ call

Elevance Health is suing the US government, claiming a flawed rating system for Medicare Advantage plans cost them $190 million due to a missed call. The lawsuit raises concerns about the fairness of the rating system, prompting other insurers, including SCAN Health Plan, to challenge CMS's approach in court. Read more.

STAY INFORMED

For an updated list of dietary recalls, click HERE.

OUR SUPERHEROS OF THE MONTH

Kim Fleury

Senior Marketing Coordinator

Kim has exhibited her marketing prowess this month while managing various company initiatives. Like superwoman, her passion, leadership, and unwavering commitment to excellence sets a shining example for us all. Thank you for being an invaluable member of our team, and for continually pushing the boundaries of what’s possible!

Employee

Expense Associate

Anna continues to flourish in her role! She has been nailing down new meeting after new meeting, and most recently presented entirely on her own. Anna continues to elevate her knowledge so she can provide more solutions to her customers like wonder woman. We are excited to see the next phases in her Prime Source career.

RECIPE OF THE MONTH

Prepare effortless and speedy meals for your senior care residents with this simple, quick, delicious, and nutritious recipe from one of our partnered vendors!

Grilled Salmon Skewers

Ingredients:

3 oz Salmon
1 tsp orange Gochugaru
1 1/2 oz green onions
1 tbsp. Asian gochujang sauce
1 tbsp. seasoned Japanese rice vinegar
1/2 tsp. sesame oil
1 tbsp. canola oil
1 tsp. sesame seeds

Preparation:

Start by slicing the green onions into thirds and then slice with a heavy bias cut to create long shreds. Place in a bowl with ice cold water so they become firm and begin to curl.

To make the vinaigrette, mix in a small bowl the gochujang sauce, vinegar, sesame seed oil, and the canola oil. Set aside and reserve for later.

In a dry pan, toast the sesame seeds until fragrant and slightly golden brown. Set aside and reserve for later.

For the salmon, slice the portion cut salmon in half lengthwise and slide a skewer through. Season with orange Gochugaru spice rub.

Grill the salmon for 1 minute each side (all 4 sides) until cooked. While the salmon is on the grill, drain the green onions and pat dry. Toss with half of the the vinaigrette and place on a plate. Add the salmon on top resting on the salad. Drizzle with the remaining vinaigrette and sprinkle with the toasted sesame seeds.

ECAP RECAP

The eCap summit holds significant importance in our industry, and we take pride in attending. It was delightful to reconnect with familiar faces and meet new professionals, engaging in meaningful conversations about enhancing the lives of senior care residents. Gratitude is extended to our vendors and partners for their support in advancing our mission to improve care quality while reducing costs. Together, we are stronger; together, we are experts!

-MG

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