Some of life’s best moments happen around the table—a favorite recipe, a new flavor, a familiar face. At American House, our culinary team is committed to providing the highest-quality culinary experience in the industry.
Senior living dining is about much more than food. Whether residents are gathering for breakfast with neighbors, sharing lunch with family or attending a themed culinary event, every meal is designed to bring people together, share a story and enjoy something delicious.
Our teams create welcoming dining experiences that encourage connection while serving flavorful, nutritious meals residents look forward to each day.
Dining should feel enjoyable, relaxed and personalized. That’s why American House offers restaurant-style dining that combines quality cuisine with attentive service and comfortable surroundings.
Residents choose from daily menu offerings, with options that match their tastes, preferences and nutritional needs. Welcoming dining rooms make it easy to gather, enjoy conversation and feel right at home.
Family members and guests are often welcome to join residents for meals, making it easy to celebrate birthdays, holidays and everyday moments together.
Research continues to show that social engagement plays an important role in overall well-being, and shared meals provide meaningful opportunities for connection, conversation and companionship.
With over 60 communities across the country, our residents enjoy restaurant-style events, entertaining cooking demonstrations and delicious, healthy meal choices. Our culinary team embodies our Living Well Is Being Well™ mission that prioritizes the health, happiness and social enjoyment of our residents every single day.
One size never fits all at American House. Twice a year, our culinary team works closely in a test kitchen to create innovative, nutritionist-approved and regionally specific, five-week menu cycles to enhance the entire dining experience for our communities in the Midwest, the Southeast and New England
We utilize a variety of recipes to create seasonal menus that balance flavor, nutrition and variety. Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter senior living meal plans are developed and reviewed by certified dietitians to ensure consistency, quality and nutritional value. Residents may order from daily menus or select from an alternative menu featuring regional specialties, heart-healthy options and resident favorites.
A typical day may include:
Fresh fruit, eggs and breakfast specialties
Chef-crafted soups and salads
Entrées featuring poultry, seafood, beef or vegetarian selections
Seasonal vegetables and wholesome side dishes
Freshly prepared desserts
Alternative menu options available throughout the day
Menus are continuously evolving as our culinary leadership introduces new recipes, seasonal ingredients and resident-inspired favorites. Resident preferences also play an important role in menu development. Our culinary teams regularly gather feedback, helping shape future offerings while ensuring longtime favorites remain available. This collaborative approach keeps menus fresh, engaging and reflective of the tastes of the residents who call American House home.
Good nutrition is essential to healthy aging, and our team works closely with residents, families and health care professionals to support individual dietary needs.
American House provides dietary accommodations for physician-ordered restrictions and specialized nutritional requirements whenever possible. Depending on a resident’s needs, accommodations may include:
Diabetic-friendly meal options
Low-sodium selections
Heart-healthy choices
Texture-modified foods
Portion modifications
Specialized dietary guidance based on physician recommendations
These accommodations are thoughtfully integrated into daily dining experiences across Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care Neighborhoods, helping residents enjoy meals that are both satisfying and appropriate for their individual needs.
Along with a diverse daily menu, our team creates memorable experiences that bring excitement and creativity to the table.
Throughout the year, residents enjoy interactive tastings and special culinary celebrations inspired by holidays, cultures and seasonal traditions. Our chefs enjoy engaging directly with residents through live cooking demonstrations, educational presentations and tastings.
From our popular Flamingle happy hour and Las Vegas-style social events to superfood seminars, BBQ gatherings and ice cream socials, there’s always something new to enjoy.
These events create opportunities for residents to learn, connect and celebrate while enjoying exceptional food and hospitality.
With an unwavering dedication to culinary excellence, Michael McLoone, our Vice President of Culinary, is continually elevating the senior living dining experience for our American House residents.
Drawing on extensive hospitality and nutrition expertise, Michael works closely with over 1,000 team members to create chef-prepared menus and experiences that prioritize flavor, nutrition and resident satisfaction. His leadership helps ensure that dining remains one of the most anticipated parts of daily life at American House. Michael’s talented leadership team includes industry vets that consistently host regular meetings and conduct surveys to gain valuable insight from our residents. It’s their goal to always combine the right ingredients to offer a delightful dining experience.
“We have an opportunity to bring hospitality to our communities, and we’re raising the bar. I’m excited to be able to offer our residents something very special.”
— Michael McLoone, Vice President of Culinary
Yes. Many American House communities welcome family members and guests to join residents for meals and special dining events. Availability may vary by community.
Our culinary team works to provide dietary accommodations for physician-ordered restrictions and specialized nutritional needs, including diabetic-friendly, low-sodium, heart-healthy and texture-modified options.
Dining offerings vary by community and living option. A team member can explain what meals and services are included at your preferred location.
Menus are updated seasonally, with Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter rotations developed by our culinary leadership team and reviewed by certified dietitians. Daily selections, resident favorites and senior living meal plans provide additional variety throughout the year.
While the dining experience may be tailored to meet the needs of each care option, all residents benefit from chef-prepared meals, hospitality-focused service and a commitment to quality, nutrition and choice.
The best way to experience senior living dining at American House is to join us for a meal.
We invite you to visit a community, meet our residents and team members and discover firsthand how food, friendship and hospitality come together every day.
Schedule a visit and enjoy a complimentary lunch with us. Come experience the American House culinary difference for yourself!
