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Our Story, What’s Different- and Why It Matters

  • Dietary Difference® was founded by Lynn Dowd after many years of working as a food service director in healthcare.
  • Lynn recognized recurring challenges that limited the effectiveness of traditional consulting models.
  • Determined to create a better way, she launched Dietary Difference to deliver smarter solutions.

A Focus on Outcomes

  • Verses a focus on meeting minimum compliance standards, without always considering the broader goals of the facility or its residents.

Providing Only LTC Consultants with 2 years Experience

  • Verses others with very minimal or no Long-term care experience.

Consistency and Training

  • Verses a lack of ongoing professional development and no clear guidance for consultants.

Focus on Cost Optimization

  • Verses consultants did not offer strategies to reduce costs.

Our Mission

  • Resident-Centered Approach: We tailor our services to align with the unique goals and care models of each facility.
  • Expertise You Can Trust: Our consultants deliver consistent, high-quality nutrition care with a deep understanding of compliance and innovation. 
  • Team Integration: We go beyond traditional consulting—our team becomes part of yours, fostering collaboration and continuity.

  • Flexible Service Models:

    • Onsite, remote, and hybrid options available

    • Support customized to your operational needs and preferences

  • Remote Support Without Compromise:

    • Timely documentation reviews

    • Staff training and coaching

    • Ongoing quality monitoring—no matter your location

 

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