Dietary Focus Group
Michael Rogan, Leader
| SCHEDULE | TIME | LOCATION |
| 2nd Thursday | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Brookside Classroom 2 |
The group was started in 2008 as it became more evidence that an increasing number of residents had dietary issues. We have had guest speakers on several topics generated by members of the group and share resources with those with similar issues. It is the goal of the group that each resident be empowered to advocate on their own behalf with the dining staff where they dine on a regular basis.
Working with Dining Services, the group has been able to enhance the awareness of dietary issues in the more mature population. We try to have representation from Dining Services Administration at each meeting, to assist the group in understanding the dynamics of the overall dining services picture.
Some of the improvements to the dining service have included:
Lactose free milk
Sorbet
Dairy free spread
Plain Steamed Vegetables
Some gravies on the side
Gluten free chicken and beef soup base
Recipe books of ingredients for the week’s menus at each dining venue
Dietary Focus table at 2023 Fruits of Our Labor
Dining with GERD
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Dietary Focus Group September – Focus on Diabetes
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Dietary Focus Group August 2026 – Navigating Menus at Charlestown for your Health
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Tips for Enhancing Your Dining Experience at Charlestown Restaurants
These tips were assembled by the Dietary Focus Group (DFG) and approved by Dining Services.
Have questions or concern?
The Dietary Focus Group meets the second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. in Brookside Classroom 2. All are welcome!
What is Your A1C
According to the American Diabetes Association 100 Million adults have Pre-Diabetes and 81% do not know it! In the US. 2 out of 5 adults have Pre-diabetes. That means about 800 Charlestown residents may have Pre-Diabetes, and an estimated 640 residents would be unaware of having pre-diabetes, but because of our excellent health care center at Charlestown, that number is probably lower.