New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 8 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 370 - OVERSIGHT OF LICENSED HEALTHCARE FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY BASED WAIVER PROGRAMS
Part 15 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR BOARDING HOMES
Section 8.370.15.41 - NUTRITION

Universal Citation: 8 NM Admin Code 8.370.15.41

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024

Boarding homes shall provide planned and nutritionally balanced meals from the basic food groups in accordance with the "recommended daily dietary allowance" of the American dietetic association, the food and nutrition board of the national research council, or the national academy of sciences. Meals shall meet the nutritional needs of the residents in accordance with the current USDA dietary guidelines for Americans. Vending machines shall not be considered a source of snacks.

A. Dietary services: The boarding home will develop and implement written policies and procedures that are maintained on the premises.

B. All food service operations for residents shall comply with current federal and state laws and rules concerning food service and shall include:

(1) at least three nutritious meals per day shall be served;

(2) no more than 14 hours may elapse between the end of an evening meal and the beginning of a morning meal;

(3) therapeutic diets shall be provided when ordered by the physician, and where indicated food shall be cut, chopped, or ground to meet individual needs;

(4) under no circumstances may food be withheld for disciplinary reasons;

(5) between meals, nourishment or snacks shall be available for all residents unless limited by dietary restrictions prescribed by a physician;

(6) a weekly menu is posted conspicuously for the residents; and

(7) copies of the menus of meals as served shall be dated and kept on file for at least 30 days. Menus shall be made available for review by the residents or their authorized representatives and the licensing agency upon request.

C. Each facility shall have a policy establishing dining times and hours that accommodate all residents' needs.

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