Each resident must receive and the facility must provide:

1. (1) food prepared in accordance with established professional food preparation practices and by methods that conserve nutritive value, flavor, and appearance;
2. (2) adequate amounts of food and drink that is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature;
3. (3) food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs;
4. (4) appealing options of similar nutritive value to a resident who chooses not to eat food that is initially served or who requests a different meal choice;
5. (5) food that is prepared and served on schedule;
6. (6) food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences; and
7. (7) drinks, including water and other liquids, consistent with a resident's needs and preferences, and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.

Source Note:The provisions of this §554.1108 adopted to be effective May 1, 1995, 20 TexReg 2393; amended to be effective March 24, 2020, 45 TexReg 2025; transferred effective January 15, 2021, as published in the Texas Register December 11, 2020, 45 TexReg 8871.