Senior Living Residences’ Communities Take A Local Approach To Food
While the local food movement is gaining popularity across the country, sourcing the best and freshest local ingredients is a concept that has been championed by Senior Living Residences for more than a decade. Through partnering with a variety of specialty food providers, we can confidently say that a significant portion of our everyday menu offerings comes from local farms and producers.
“Resident quality of life is our number one priority. This is a core value that resonates through every aspect of our community, and one that needs to be reflected in the quality of food that we serve every day,” shares Kim Chaisson, SLR’s Director of Dining Experience.
Picked for Perfection
Partnership with Baldor Specialty Foods
Baldor Specialty Foods sources the highest quality seasonal produce from local farms across the Northeast. They collaborate with local growers who are passionate about sustainable farming without compromising flavor.
Why source locally? First and foremost, the quality, and flavor provided by local growers is unmatched. With less shipping and no harsh chemicals or preservatives, the fruits and vegetables in our kitchen have been grown more naturally and safely and are especially nutritious and delicious as a result. They are picked when they are ripe, so they are ready to eat when we buy them! Eating a diverse range of produce supports not only physical wellbeing, but boosts brain health and stays true to our Brain Healthy Cooking Program.
“There are so many benefits to our locally sourced produce, from the peak ripeness, to the flavorful, nutrient-rich experience,” shares Baldor representative Scott King. “It’s so important for us to support these small businesses and sustainable farming practices while bringing the freshest, highest quality fruits and vegetables directly to these communities.”
Fishing for Freshness
Partnership with Ferullo’s Seafood
Senior Living Residences partners with a variety of fisheries across the Northeast, including Ferullo’s Seafood. Boston-based seafood distributor Ferullo’s has a prime location on the East Coast, making for a diverse range of seafood to serve our residents. Ferullo’s provides fresh, locally sourced and wild-caught products using sustainable fishing practices.
The New England coast has an abundance of species, from Atlantic salmon, to haddock, to scallops and cod! Knowing where our seafood comes from allows us to prepare safer, healthier, and more delicious dinners for our residents. The wide variety of seafood offerings lets our Chefs get creative with our menus, so there is always an option for everyone.
“We’re proud to support local fishermen to bring residents the freshest seafood, with fish that is caught in the morning and on their plates in the evening!” says Ray Kelley, a representative of Ferullo’s. “All of us at Ferullo’s are dedicated to providing seniors with an all-natural, chemical-free, wild-caught seafood product, and we’re just happy to be a part of contributing to their quality of life through food.”
Seafood is a staple of the Mediterranean diet, providing plenty of nutrients and lean protein while boosting brain health. And when we source these products locally, we know where our fish and seafood comes from and that it is at peak quality.
With sustainable, locally sourced fruits, vegetables, fish, and seafood, our Chefs are always adding new dishes into the menu rotations. Our kitchens proudly make all of our residents’ meals from scratch, giving our food all the nutritional value and top-notch flavor our Brain Healthy Cooking Program offers.