Older Americans Act Nutrition Program

We have a deep understanding of the OAA regulations as well as from a resource development and implementation standpoint. We aim to improve the nutritional intake of Older Americans in the community and contribute to increased socialization and bring seniors together in settings where they can also be privy to additional health-related information and services. This all supports older Americans and their caregivers with healthy aging at home.

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Our goal is to promote exceptional senior nutrition in our communities in Ohio and nationwide.  When you choose Dietary Solutions as your Older Americans Act (OAA) Nutrition Program consultant, you get access to experts at all levels with experience in senior centers, councils on aging, meals on wheels, and other senior nutrition programs in congregate and home settings.

Education & Training

We have experience developing and implementing education and training materials as well as presenting them at live and virtual meetings and conferences.

 Resource Toolkits & Materials

We develop materials and content designed to improve the nutrition and regulatory knowledge of industry professionals as well as individuals and organizations in the community. Development and implementation of toolkits and learning modules to train and educate other industry professionals and individuals in the community.

Menu & Recipe Development

We understand the importance of adjusting menus to meet the individual preferences of Older Americans in a variety of communities with diverse ethnic backgrounds. Our dietitians are experts in menu and recipe development and review for meals under OAA requirements. We incorporate the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommendations and meet the requirements for each meal to provide >33% of the Daily Recommended Intakes (DRIs) for Older Americans. We coordinate with our clients to create menus that are well accepted by the seniors they serve and meet their needs related to special dietary needs, cultural choices, and medically tailored meals.