Article10 min read Apr 24, 2024Edge: Top Tips for Attracting and Managing Gen Z EmployeesMOVE OVER, MILLENNIALS. There’s a new generation entering the workforce, and that’s Gen Z. Every new generation brings fresh challenges in attracting and managing employees, but you can implement forward-thinking strategies to position yourself for success with your Gen Z staff. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article9 min read Apr 21, 2024Edge Express: A Balancing Act - Protecting Your Clients with Food Safety and Professional EthicsTHE FOOD SYSTEM IS COMPLEX; not only does it affect the well-being of people’s lives, but also the organization itself. It encompasses the entire food chain—from operation management and personnel, to food production and consumption. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article9 min read Feb 21, 2024Edge Express: Menu Makeovers Using Healthy People 2030Healthy People 2030 is an initiative by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that includes 359 measurable, evidence-based health objectives for Americans (Healthy People 2030, 2023). Understanding the history and purpose of the Healthy People initiative can set the stage for the policy and programs you manage to keep your clients healthy. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:03:50 Feb 5, 2024Top 10 Takeaways From the ANFP Compensation & Benefits SurveyThis top 10 list covers the Top 10 Takeaways from the ANFP Compensation & Benefits Survey. The content for this list was compiled by ANFP Staff. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article8 min read Dec 14, 2023Edge Express: Team-Based Nutrition Screening, Assessment & System Management for Successful OutcomesHealthcare facilities with effective nutritional programs and positive outcomes integrate practice around basic principles. This article highlights two principles to help healthcare facilities improve nutritional care and services for successful outcomes. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article11 min read Dec 11, 2023Edge: Staffing Strategies for Success: Navigating Labor Challenges in Food ServiceIT’S NO SECRET THAT STAFFING is one of the biggest challenges facing foodservice managers. From recruitment to retention, it can be difficult to find and keep good employees at your facility. By using strategic methods, though, you can navigate the turbulent waters of labor challenges and sail your way to better staffing. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video01:02:55 Nov 29, 2023CDM, CFPP Scope of Practice: What it Means in CMS Regulations, How it Sets CDM, CFPPs ApartThis webinar was recorded live on November 28, 2023. In this one-hour webinar, we will review how the CDM, CFPP credential meets qualifica READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article8 min read Nov 27, 2023Enhancing Your Food Safety Culture: A Framework for Continual Improvement and StandardizationA food safety management system is more than just a set of policies, procedures, and processes. It is a culture of continual improvement and a commitment to putting food safety first. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video01:19:42 Nov 1, 2023ACE All-Year Long: Find Cover for 2023 or Not? Updated 2023/CMS Mega Rules Phases I, II & IIIIn this session, Barbara address the CDM, CFPP's role in regulatory compliance through a review of the CMS 2023 combined rule for the PPS [CMS-1765-F] 08.03.22 §483.60. She recaps Phase I, II, & III areas of concern for our Food & Nutrition Services Departments, followed by an in-depth discussion of the changes to the MDS & Survey process that you can expect for 2023. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video01:17:40 Nov 1, 2023ACE All-Year Long: Nutrition and Food Service Deficiencies: How to Avoid Immediate JeopardyIt is vital as a food service manager that you have a clear understanding of the survey process and how the level of the deficiency is assigned. This session will identify common nutrition and food service tags and provide you with tools to take back to your community to implement for survey success. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article12 min read Oct 8, 2023Edge: Nutrition for Wound Healing: Insights for Foodservice ManagersNutrition plays an essential role in meeting the complex physiological demands of wound healing. As a CDM, CFPP, you’re entrusted with nourishing patients through the food you provide, and thus can play a vital role on the treatment team. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article10 min read Sep 22, 2023Edge: Food and Nutrition Can Trigger an Immediate Jeopardy in a CMS SurveyThis article presents general background information with some specific food and nutrition-related areas included in Immediate Jeopardy determination. Examples of specific IJ food and nutrition citations are provided. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article9 min read Aug 21, 2023Edge Express: 5 Behavioral Biases That Can Hinder Effective ManagementBEHAVIORAL BIASES ARE SUBCONSCIOUS BELIEFS that affect your decision-making abilities. While often discussed in the context of investments, these biases can also impact management abilities – from hiring to menu decisions to leadership skills (and everything in-between). By understanding and acknowledging these biases, you can actively overcome them, leading to better decisions as a CDM, CFPP. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:02:28 Jun 21, 20232023 Dining Distinction Award - Helene Bertazzo, CDM, CFPPCongratulations, Helene Bertazzo, CDM, CFPP! Helene Bertazzo, CDM, CFPP, works for Unidine as the Director of Dining Services at Teresian House in READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:03:24 May 11, 2023Industry Insights: ANFP 2022 Compensation & Benefits Survey - Employee BenefitsThis episode of ANFP Industry Insights summarizes the results of the benefits section of the ANFP 2022 Compensation & Benefits Survey. To acces READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:33:26 Apr 28, 2023Chapter Best Practices: Leveraging Volunteer Data to Improve Engagement & Succession PlanningUsing data from the most recent ANFP Member Needs Survey (Fall 2022), learn strategies for increasing chapter member engagement and succession plannin READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article8 min read Mar 13, 2023Edge: Training and Developing Your Team Using 6 CsTraining and developing teams consists of initial onboarding, on-the-job training, in-service/classroom education and continuous education, and follow-up. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article7 min read Feb 27, 2023Edge: How to Create a Culture of Success and SupportFood service can be chaotic and stressful at times— but creating a positive work environment can lead to a happier, more productive team. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:02:55 Feb 23, 2023Industry Insights: ANFP 2022 Compensation & Benefits Survey - Support Staff CompensationThis episode of ANFP Industry Insights summarizes the results of the compensation of support staff section of the ANFP 2022 Compensation & Benefit READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article9 min read Feb 22, 2023Edge: Nutrition Care Plan Requires Planning for SuccessNutrition care plans are a vital part of the overall care plan for a resident or patient, and should function as a living document for members of the healthcare team to deliver person-centered “best practice” care. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:01:41 Dec 22, 2022Industry Insights: Healthcare Foodservice Cost TrendsIn this Industry Insights video, we review the results of the latest Skilled Nursing Facility & Acute Care Benchmar READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:02:02 Nov 7, 2022Industry Insights: ANFP 2022 Compensation & Benefits SurveyThis episode of ANFP Industry Insights summarizes the compensation portion of the ANFP 2022 Compensation & Benefits READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:44:30 Sep 1, 2022ANFP 2022 Compensation & Benefits Survey Review WebinarThis webinar was recorded on August 31, 2022. Take a deeper dive into the ANFP 2022 Compensation & Benefits Survey with this 45-minute webinar. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:02:18 Aug 23, 2022Industry Insights: Acute Care Facility Financial BenchmarkingLast year, ANFP surveyed acute care facilities to build a financial picture of food and labor costs across the industry READ MORE ADD TO CART