Older Adult to Geriatric Nutrition Answers
Claim This Podcastby Michelle Saari, MS RD
Podcast Overview
<p><strong>Discover the power of nutrition with the Long Term Care RD podcast—your go-to resource for Registered Dietitians thriving in skilled nursing, nursing homes, and long-term care or ANYONE working with older adults to seniors!</strong></p><p>Hosted by Michelle Saari, MS, RD—a seasoned clinical dietitian with over a decade of experience optimizing nutrition for older adults—<strong>this podcast delivers practical, evidence-based strategies you can implement right away </strong>to improve resident outcomes and streamline your workflow.</p><p>Each episode breaks down real-world challenges in senior nutrition: from mastering the Nutrition Focused Physical Exam (NFPE) and writing bulletproof PES statements, to managing unintentional weight loss, dysphagia with IDDSI, pressure injuries/wound healing, frailty, sarcopenia, probiotics, dementia feeding strategies, end-of-life care, and more. You'll get actionable tips on assessments, interventions, charting hacks, interdisciplinary teamwork, survey prep, and avoiding burnout—tailored specifically for LTC and clinical RDs working with complex caseloads.</p><p>Whether you're a newer RD building confidence in long-term care or a veteran looking to save hours each week, tune in for:</p><ul><li>Step-by-step guidance and case examples from the trenches</li><li>Summaries of the latest research and guidelines, translated into everyday practice</li><li>Time-saving tools, templates, and quick wins</li><li>Encouragement and community vibes for dietitians who often work solo</li></ul><p>Episodes are concise, engaging, and perfect for commutes, rounds, or lunch breaks—because your time matters.</p><p>Ready for more support? Check out our membership website @ <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://clinicalnutritioncentral.com"><strong>Clinical Nutrition Central</strong></a> (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://clinicalnutritioncentral.com">clinicalnutritioncentral.com</a>), our membership site starting at just $19.95/month. Get instant access to exclusive cheat sheets, PES templates, evidence summaries, webinars, resident trackers, care plan samples, monthly new content, and a private community of fellow LTC RDs for peer support and fast answers.</p><p>Follow along at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://longtermcarerd.com">longtermcarerd.com</a>, on Facebook/Instagram @longtermcarerd, and subscribe now to elevate your practice and make a real difference in residents' lives.</p><p>Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts!</p><p>This version builds on your current descriptions (e.g., "Discover the power of nutrition... Elevate your practice with insights and practical tips...") while expanding it with specifics from episodes and your resources. It positions the podcast as educational, supportive, and directly linked to your membership for conversions.</p><p><strong>Listen now and transform your approach to long-term care nutrition!</strong></p><p>Find more information at: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://longtermcarerd.com/the-top-5-foods-a-dementia-patient-needs-to-eat/">https://longtermcarerd.com</a></p><p>Follow us on Facebook & Instagram @ longtermcarerd</p><p>Pinterest @ longtermcarerd</p><p>Contact Michelle via email: info@longtermcarerd.com</p>
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March 10, 2026
Pressure Injury Through Nutrition: RD Tools for Wound Recovery
<p><strong>Episode Overview:</strong> In this practical episode of the Long Term Care RD podcast, Michelle breaks down a real-world sample nutrition care plan for a resident with a stage 3 pressure injury. Drawing from over a decade in SNFs, we cover the Nutrition Care Process step-by-step, MDS requirements, and tips to make your documentation survey-ready while supporting better healing for your older adults. Whether you're juggling MDS deadlines or looking for quick interventions to boost protein intake, this episode is designed to save you time and build your confidence in geriatric wound care.</p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><ul><li>How to craft a specific Nutrition Diagnosis (PES statement) for increased protein/energy needs tied to wounds.</li><li>Setting measurable goals for healing, weight maintenance, and intake — with geriatric nuances like potential weight gain.</li><li>Multi-layered interventions: From fortified foods and ONS to interdisciplinary referrals (e.g., OT for positioning).</li><li>Monitoring strategies to stay proactive on quality measures and prevent burnout.</li><li>A ready-to-adapt sample chart note in SOAP format for your own residents.</li></ul><p><strong>Resources Mentioned:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Downloadable Your FREE RD Starter Kit!:</strong> Grab the full example we discussed, including the resident briefing, NCP details, MDS section, and chart note. Available as a free teaser on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://fantastic-frost-95925.myflodesk.com/ggnskwevs8">https://fantastic-frost-95925.myflodesk.com/ggnskwevs8</a> — perfect for quick reference in your facility.</li><li><strong>Full Wound Healing Toolkit in Clinical Nutrition Central:</strong> For even more depth, join the membership to access downloadable templates for all wound stages, PES statement guides, charting libraries, monthly updates on CMS regs/PDPM, and a community forum for LTC RDs. Designed by someone who's been in your shoes, for RDs working with older adults. Check it out at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://clinicalnutritioncentral.com">https://clinicalnutritioncentral.com</a></li><li><strong>Related Blog Post:</strong> "Wound Care Dietitian - Step by Step Practical Advice" — Read it free at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://longtermcarerd.com/wound-care-the-dietitians-role2/">https://longtermcarerd.com/wound-care-the-dietitians-role2/</a>.</li></ul><p><strong>Thanks for Listening!</strong> If this episode helped you feel a bit more equipped for those wound care challenges, share it with a fellow RD and subscribe for more practical geriatric nutrition tips. Got questions or episode ideas? Drop a comment on the blog or join us in Clinical Nutrition Central. You've got this — let's keep supporting our seniors together.</p><p>Hosted by Michelle Saari, MS, RD <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://LongTermCareRD.com">LongTermCareRD.com</a> | <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://ClinicalNutritionCentral.com">ClinicalNutritionCentral.com</a></p>
February 27, 2026
Why We're Rethinking Tube Feeding for Patients with Dementia
<p>Links mentioned in show:</p><p></p><p>Membership Website Learn More At: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://clinicalnutritioncentral.com">https://clinicalnutritioncentral.com</a></p><p>Research Article: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://longtermcarerd.com/research-tube-feeding/">https://longtermcarerd.com/research-tube-feeding/</a></p><p></p><p>In long term care, few topics spark more debate than tube feeding (PEG tubes) for residents with advanced dementia. Families often push for it out of fear and love, physicians may default to it, but what does the latest evidence actually say?</p><p>In this episode, Michelle Saari, MS, RD breaks down recent research including eye opening 2025-2026 reviews showing tube feeding frequently brings <strong>more burden than benefit</strong>. </p><p></p><p>We'll cover why tubes don't meaningfully extend survival, improve nutrition, or prevent complications like aspiration pneumonia or pressure ulcers... and often add risks like infections, restraints, and reduced quality of life.</p><p>You'll walk away with:</p><ul><li>Key stats and myths to bust in care conferences</li><li>Ethical charting tips </li><li>Practical alternatives: comfort-focused hand-feeding, high-calorie/protein oral strategies, and palliative approaches that honor dignity</li></ul><p>Perfect for RDs navigating these tough cases weekly. Ready to advocate more confidently?</p><p>Listen now and check the show notes for links to Michelle's blog post ("New Research Explores Tube Feeding in Advanced Dementia: More Burden Than Benefit?") and free resources at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://longtermcarerd.com">longtermcarerd.com</a>.</p><p>If you're loving these practical tips, rate/review the podcast and join Clinical Nutrition Central for monthly support and tools tailored to LTC dietitians.</p>
February 17, 2026
Mastering PES Statements - Stop Overthinking & Start Charting Confidently
<p>Struggling with PES statements for unintentional weight loss, malnutrition, or geriatric challenges in LTC/SNF? </p><p></p><p>In this episode, Michelle Saari, MS, RD breaks down common pitfalls, shares a simple step-by-step framework, provides 15 real-world examples tailored to seniors, and offers mindset tips to stop overthinking. </p><p></p><p>Discover practical goals, interventions (like fortification, adaptive feeding, and between-meal supplements), and monitoring plans used daily in long-term care.</p><p><strong>Get started with the free PES guide at </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://longtermcarerd.com/"><strong>https://longtermcarerd.com/</strong></a></p><p>Ready for more time-saving tools? <strong>Join Clinical Nutrition Central NOW for exclusive PES templates, cheat sheets, sample chart notes, webinars, and a private community—before prices increase on March 1, 2026! Current rates: $19.95/month or $199.95/year (2 months free on annual). Sign up at </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://clinicalnutritioncentral.com"><strong>https://clinicalnutritioncentral.com</strong></a></p><p>Subscribe for more evidence-based LTC nutrition tips! Hosted by Michelle Saari, MS, RD—your go-to expert for senior nutrition.</p>
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- What is Older Adult to Geriatric Nutrition Answers?
<p><strong>Discover the power of nutrition with the Long Term Care RD podcast—your go-to resource for Registered Dietitians thriving in skilled nursing, nursing homes, and long-term care or ANYONE working with older adults to seniors!</strong></p><p>Hosted by Michelle Saari, MS, RD—a seasoned clinical dietitian with over a decade of experience optimizing nutrition for older adults—<strong>this podcast delivers practical, evidence-based strategies you can implement right away </strong>to improve resident outcomes and streamline your workflow.</p><p>Each episode breaks down real-world challenges in senior nutrition: from mastering the Nutrition Focused Physical Exam (NFPE) and writing bulletproof PES statements, to managing unintentional weight loss, dysphagia with IDDSI, pressure injuries/wound healing, frailty, sarcopenia, probiotics, dementia feeding strategies, end-of-life care, and more. You'll get actionable tips on assessments, interventions, charting hacks, interdisciplinary teamwork, survey prep, and avoiding burnout—tailored specifically for LTC and clinical RDs working with complex caseloads.</p><p>Whether you're a newer RD building confidence in long-term care or a veteran looking to save hours each week, tune in for:</p><ul><li>Step-by-step guidance and case examples from the trenches</li><li>Summaries of the latest research and guidelines, translated into everyday practice</li><li>Time-saving tools, templates, and quick wins</li><li>Encouragement and community vibes for dietitians who often work solo</li></ul><p>Episodes are concise, engaging, and perfect for commutes, rounds, or lunch breaks—because your time matters.</p><p>Ready for more support? Check out our membership website @ <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://clinicalnutritioncentral.com"><strong>Clinical Nutrition Central</strong></a> (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://clinicalnutritioncentral.com">clinicalnutritioncentral.com</a>), our membership site starting at just $19.95/month. Get instant access to exclusive cheat sheets, PES templates, evidence summaries, webinars, resident trackers, care plan samples, monthly new content, and a private community of fellow LTC RDs for peer support and fast answers.</p><p>Follow along at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://longtermcarerd.com">longtermcarerd.com</a>, on Facebook/Instagram @longtermcarerd, and subscribe now to elevate your practice and make a real difference in residents' lives.</p><p>Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts!</p><p>This version builds on your current descriptions (e.g., "Discover the power of nutrition... Elevate your practice with insights and practical tips...") while expanding it with specifics from episodes and your resources. It positions the podcast as educational, supportive, and directly linked to your membership for conversions.</p><p><strong>Listen now and transform your approach to long-term care nutrition!</strong></p><p>Find more information at: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://longtermcarerd.com/the-top-5-foods-a-dementia-patient-needs-to-eat/">https://longtermcarerd.com</a></p><p>Follow us on Facebook & Instagram @ longtermcarerd</p><p>Pinterest @ longtermcarerd</p><p>Contact Michelle via email: info@longtermcarerd.com</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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