“Your culture is forever” is a saying that holds more true today when looking to make the move into a senior community. A major factor for seniors when choosing between communities is whether or not they feel at home and comfortable with the staff and atmosphere.
For many seniors who are moving from ethnic communities to senior living, making the transition can bring unique challenges. Two of the biggest barriers are language and cuisine, which can easily be addressed with a diverse, multi-lingual staff and an ethnic dining menu. It seems simple, but doing it right takes dedication and a clear community plan.
‘Ilima at Leihano, a future Kisco Senior Living CCRC property located in Kapolei HI, embraces these changes with its incorporation of a Koi Pond on community grounds along with creating a dining menu that includes Japanese, Chinese, and Filipino cuisine. Also hiring the right associates is key to making the right culture fit. Associates who grew up in the area already know the culture and are far more likely to understand the significance of making the residents feel at home.
“Incorporating regional flavor into our dining makes all the difference to our residents” says Darryl Greer, Director of Wellness at Villa De San Antonio in San Antonio TX. “Our residents grew up eating Tex-Mex foods, so we make sure to offer plenty of Tex-Mex items on our dining menu”.
It is a simple concept, but to do it right you have to listen and be open to change, and at Kisco Senior Living our Residents come first! We want to provide a home for a lifetime, not just a place to live. For more information, view Kisco Senior Living’s website at: www.kiscoseniorliving.com
