What’s trending: Tuna casserole and liver are out! Foods that were once popular are disappearing from senior living menus.

• As baby boomers want global flavors and healthy dining options, senior living communities remain committed to balancing resident preferences, dietary needs, and setting while managing costs and regulations.

The latest research: The Great Expectations survey, conducted by research firm Age of Majority, of nearly 1,500 adults between ages 55 and 96 found that 68 percent are confident that senior living communities could live up to their food-choice expectations. 

• Additional responses gathered input on seniors’ preferences related to senior living dining venues and choices.

Grab your fork and dive into this Provider article, Serving Up Satisfaction with Innovation in Food Services to learn more about dining trends from variety to service options, to dining spaces, and more.

• It includes additional tips on nutritional and regulatory considerations for senior living.