This interactive training is designed for staff and volunteers involved in congregate meal sites, aiming to enhance the dining experience through Wiser Dining. Wiser Dining focuses on creating a client-centered, health-promoting, and positive environment for clients. Participants will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to conduct a comprehensive needs assessment, set achievable goals, and utilize available resources effectively to meet those needs. The training covers Wiser Dining’s core focus areas: client-centered, cuisine and nutrition education, site environment, policies and procedures, and staff & volunteers.

Objectives: 

By the end of this self-paced and interactive live Zoom session, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the Wiser Dining principles and goals 

2. Conduct a needs assessment in the five focus areas

3. Develop and implement goal-setting strategies to address identified needs

4. Navigate and apply the resources, technical assistance, and training provided by Wiser Dining

5. Foster a positive, health-promoting dining environment that is centered on the client's needs and preferences

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