By 2035, the number of Americans age 65 and over is expected to top 78 million, surpassing the number of children (age 18 and under) for the first time. The graying of America is a good thing, for it means we are living healthier, longer lives. It’s also a good thing for Sharon Towers, for it offers us a wonderful opportunity to satisfy the changing taste buds of the residents of tomorrow. Tastes in dining are changing. And we are ready.
The Boomers Are Coming!
Today’s Baby Boomers will be tomorrow’s senior living residents. When their time comes to move in and join us for a meal, they want something more than meat and potatoes. They want a menu with healthier choices: For instance, fresh veggies, vegan and vegetarian offerings, and delicious meals for the gluten-free among us. Also, they want to know what they are eating: The number of calories and ingredients. They want to enjoy more ethnic options: Unique recipes, vibrant flavors, zesty seasoning. Above all, they want different styles of dining, from informal to white-napkin fancy: Sharon Towers is already meeting that need with Allison’s (fine dining), Center Stage (main dining room), The Bistro (informal) and Wolfe Lounge (a chance to unwind with friends). And they want smoothies!
With Dining, Change Is Good
Those of us in senior living dining services must not only be prepared to offer a different kind of culinary experience. Consequently, we must embrace the change, and the chance it gives us to make our meals a highlight of the Sharon Towers experience.
I came to Sharon Towers from Orlando, where I helped manage dining programs at two senior living communities. I made the move because I know this is a place keen on offering wonderful options, including the meals we serve our residents.
In our world, and yours, there’s nothing more exciting than presenting a new menu when someone asks, “What’s for dinner?”
If you have questions about culinary services at Sharon Towers, please contact the marketing department at 704-553-3807.
Recent Blog Posts
COVID-19 Vaccine Update #2
With multiple versions of the COVID-19 vaccine rolling out, new questions are emerging that are different than the ones I had addressed in my initial vaccine post. Here are answers to some of the most common questions I've received recently from residents and...
“Charlotte Today” Addresses Sharon Towers Renovation & Expansion
Ann Marie Ladis, director of sales and marketing, made another appearance on WCNC's "Charlotte Today" program to discuss long-term plans for the Sharon Towers at SouthPark campus. She and host Beth Troutman also talked about Sharon Towers' commitment to successful...
COVID-19 Vaccine Update
There is a daunting amount of information to sort through to understand the role that vaccines will play in fighting this pandemic, when we will begin vaccinating at Sharon Towers at SouthPark and what we can expect to see in terms of a timeline, side effects and...
Sharon Towers Featured on WCNC’s “Charlotte Today”
Our own Ann Marie Ladis, director of sales and marketing, was recently a guest on WCNC's "Charlotte Today" program. She discussed construction of The Deerwood as well as how the new independent living apartment building fits into Sharon Towers at SouthPark's long-term...
Sharon Towers ‘Flips the COVID Script’ with Technology, Makes News
It's a natural reaction to a global pandemic for a senior living community to institute measures to preserve the health and welfare of residents, families and staff. However, Sharon Towers at SouthPark's Director of Vitality and Well-Being Jessica Bourque also saw...
Packing and Organizing to Move More Safely in COVID Times
Here at Fresh Start Transitions, we have experienced many ups and downs and survived them all. However, we have never experienced anything like COVID-19 before. When this virus first came to visit, we had many clients already on our schedule. Their sales were closing,...