Section 564.1102 - Meals in Residential Programs(a) The residential program shall provide wholesome, well-balanced meals, according to posted weekly approved menus.(b) The program shall provide modified diets to residents who medically require them as determined by a licensed health professional. Special diets shall be prepared in consultation with a licensed dietitian.(c) All food shall be selected, stored, prepared, and served in a safe and healthy manner.(d) The program shall provide at least three meals daily. The program shall provide packaged meals or make other arrangements for clients who are scheduled to be away from the facility during meal time.(e) A licensed dietitian shall approve menus and written guidelines for substitutions in advance; or (1) approve a meal planning manual with sample menus and guidelines for substitutions;(2) approve menus prepared by new staff before they plan meals independently;(3) review a sample of menus served at least annually; and(4) provide staff training as needed.26 Tex. Admin. Code § 564.1102
Transferred from 25 TAC § 448.1102 Texas Register, Volume 49, Number 14, April 5, 2024, TexReg 2197, eff. 4/30/2024