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Combining CHOICE+ principles with SENSES promises to amplify RIA\u2019s important educational resources across 190 Canadian senior communities and nearly 8,000 residents.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In addition, the new partnership will engage Marquise Hospitality in supporting up to 200 dietary leaders from client communities across Canada to become <a href=\"https:\/\/the-ria.ca\/programs\/choice\/\">CHOICE+ Champions for Change<\/a> through education provided by the RIA. CHOICE+ Champions for Change is an e-Learning course for leaders within retirement and long-term care homes based on change-management principles that support homes in creating engaging, person-centred mealtime experiences.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Led by Dr. Heather Keller, Schlegel Research Chair in Nutrition and Aging, the CHOICE+ initiative was developed using a relationship-centered approach to create mealtimes that feel like home, where each person\u2019s preferences are respected, their dignity is honoured, and the dining environment and experience are positive.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging celebrates this new collaborative partnership with Compass Group Canada\u2019s Marquise Hospitality division. We are pleased to work together as they continue to demonstrate their leadership and commitment to person-centred care and enhancing the mealtime experience for older adults across the country through the adoption of RIA research-informed innovations.\u201d \u2013 <strong>Dr. <\/strong><strong>Tina Mah<\/strong>, Executive Director, Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe take enormous pride in our new partnership with The Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging, which sees us expanding our SENSES program to include a truly resident-first and evidence-based approach to improving the mealtime experience for residents living in care settings. Our team is inspired by the research of Dr. Heather Keller and the CHOICE+ program, and we look forward to amplifying these important findings across our expansive network and with dietary leaders in our client communities across Canada.\u201d &#8211; <strong>Ken Monteith<\/strong>, Executive Vice President, Senior Living, Compass Group Canada.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">-30-<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Compass Group Canada<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Compass Group Canada is the leading provider of foodservice and support services in Canada, with over 25,000 associates across 2,100 locations nationwide. Their expertise spans diverse sectors and specialties, including sports venues, dining rooms, schools, hospitals, oil rigs, remote camps, vending services and facilities management. Compass Group Canada on a mission to be the country\u2019s most innovative foodservice provider, aiming to redefine the industry through cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking approaches that positively impact people, performance and purpose. Compass Group Canada is committed to using their size and scale for good and has established a Planet Promise commitment of Net Zero GHG by 2050. Through tailored hospitality solutions and dedication to excellence, Compass Group Canada is shaping the future of foodservice and support services in Canada.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Compass Group Canada has been recognized as one of Canada\u2019s Most Admired\u2122 Corporate Cultures in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024, an award recognizing best-in-class Canadian organizations for having cultures that help enhance performance and competitive advantage, as well as a Great Place to Work\u00ae in 2025, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, and 2019, as a Best Workplaces\u2122 in Canada in 2024 and 2022, Best Workplaces\u2122 with Most Trusted Executive Team in 2024, and as a GTA Top Employer in 2024, 2023 and 2021. To learn more, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.compass-canada.com\/\">www.compass-canada.com<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/8426158\/admin\/\">LinkedIn<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/compassgroupcan\/\">Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA) is a charitable, non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and care of older adults. The RIA tackles some of the biggest issues facing an aging population by integrating research, education and practice. The RIA develops solutions that make a difference to benefit older adults everywhere.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The RIA supports a world-class research team, including 12 Schlegel Research Chairs, 3 Schlegel Specialists, and over 20 research scientists. The RIA has core partnerships with Schlegel Villages, University of Waterloo and Conestoga College, and collaborates with many other academic institutions and organizations. The RIA is located in Waterloo with unique-in-the-world infrastructure that brings together researchers, students, health professionals, older adults and care partners to learn with and from each other. Learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/the-ria.ca\/\">www.the-ria.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Media Contact<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Compass Group Canada<\/p>\n<p>Joylin Pinto &#8211; Sr. Manager, Corporate Communications<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:Joylin.Pinto@compass-canada.com\">Joylin.Pinto@compass-canada.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p>437-553-5893<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Research Institute for Aging<\/p>\n<p>Jasmine Gow &#8211; Communications Manager<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:jasmin.gow@the-ria.ca\">jasmin.gow@the-ria.ca<\/a><\/p>\n<p>226-448-4054<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":21759,"template":"","categories":[612,626],"tags":[],"resource_type":[1108],"class_list":["post-21758","resource_centre","type-resource_centre","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-foodservice","category-healthcare","resource_type-article-2"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.4 (Yoast SEO v26.4) - 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