Sensory Focused Gourmet Dining
At Ayra at DeBary, the dining experience is more than just a meal; it’s an opportunity to socialize, engage the senses, or have stimulating discussions. Residents receive delicious and nutritious meals, lovingly prepared for enjoyment, health, and wellness. We take pride in delivering culinary plans with a multi-sensory approach for our memory care and assisted living residents. Our chef creates inspired menus full of flavor, color, and nutritious ingredients to satisfy a variety of palates.
Dine with Dignity at Arya at DeBary
Stress-free living at Arya at DeBary goes beyond meal preparation to create a serene and comforting dining experience, thoughtfully designed to support those with memory impairments. Our dining rooms evoke the warmth and familiarity of a traditional home, providing a calm and non-chaotic environment where residents can enjoy fellowship with friends. Instrumental music softly fills the space, carefully chosen to set residents at ease without overstimulating or distracting them. Meals are prepared on-site by our talented chefs, offering a variety of flavors to spark a hearty appetite while accommodating special diets, food allergies, and religious preferences. Every detail—from the aroma of freshly prepared meals to the peaceful ambiance—contributes to a dining experience that feels like home.
- Cooking demonstrations and nutritional education
- Garden-to-table with resident-planted herbs
- Community and in-suite dining
- Daily menu with a variety of options
- Finger foods that promote independence
A Well Balanced Nutritious Diet is One of Our Top Priorities
Our residents in memory care often experience challenges with using silverware, chewing, and swallowing, or develop sudden food aversions. We understand these challenges and collaborate with families to identify the right dining setting for each resident to ensure that mealtimes are successful and enjoyable. Our staff ensure residents eat in a timely manner and are presented with nutritious, multi-sensory meals that fit residents’ unique dietary plans, preferences, and schedules.
Finger foods alleviate motor skill challenges
Purees and soft foods aid chewing and swallowing
Consistent schedule means no forgotten meals
Optimal nutrition reduces illness and weight loss