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A Flavorful Dining Experience Awaits You
Imagine sitting down in a welcoming atmosphere and eating a delicious, cooked-from-scratch meal each day. With Franciscan Dining, you’ll enjoy food with fresh ingredients, seasonal and local produce, and locally supplied meats and fish, all with a high level of service and hospitality and the quality you expect.
Franciscan Village knows that offering the best nutrition for older adults is vital to overall health and wellness, and great-tasting food is an important part of that equation! We’ve redefined the entire experience of dining from meal to table to service – using state-of-the-art equipment, techniques and training, all with experienced dining associates whose main goal is ‘you’ and to ensure your dining experience is exclusively yours with healthy food for healthy living.
Our Approach

Franciscan’s FreshKitchen features a fresh approach with fresh ideas, cooking with fresh local and seasonal ingredients that are sustainable and community-focused. However, the FreshKitchen approach goes beyond just what comes from the kitchen – it’s focused on the entire dining experience for the residents including how we greet them, the dining atmosphere and our philosophy of engagement throughout the entire meal
ENGAGE
Connection lies at the heart of all we do. Building meaningful relationships is not just a goal—it is a calling rooted in our history and guided by our commitment to service and wellbeing. Together, we create a community where every moment matters, and every dining experience brings purpose and joy.
EMPOWER
We give you the freedom to shape your dining experience, guided by your needs, preferences and choices. With deep respect for your story and a commitment to your wellbeing, we ensure every detail is thoughtfully tailored to create an experience that brings joy and a sense of belonging.
KNOW
We take the time to truly understand you—your likes, routines and expectations—allowing us to craft dining and lifestyle experiences that feel personal, thoughtful and memorable every time.
HEAR
Your voice matters to us. . We listen—deeply and wholeheartedly—because it’s often the smallest details that shape the most profound experiences. Guided by a legacy of service and care, our purpose is to ensure you feel valued and understood.
DELIGHT
We go beyond simply meeting expectations—we aim to exceed them. Through thoughtful gestures, unexpected touches and unforgettable moments, we bring joy to your day and create experiences that leave you smiling.
Franciscan Dining Features
SIGNATURE DISHES
Our menu will feature signature dishes that will provide favorite seasonal dishes recommended by our residents.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Featuring seasonal dining, special requests, food workshops, tableside action stations and themed dinner events.
ATMOSPHERE
A hospitality-focused, enjoyable experience where the resident is the center of attention, making them feel welcomed, appreciated and special.
DINING ASSOCIATES
Providing engaging conversation and communication, with a high level of consistent customer service and hospitality, to create an enjoyable resident experience – every time.
MENU OPTIONS
Resident favorites will remain on the menu, but an expanded menu will feature seasonal favorites and special dietary offerings for residents when requested.
TECHNOLOGY (COMING SOON)
We are researching, investing and testing more technology to make the dining experience more enjoyable.
FRANCISCAN FRESHKITCHEN (COMING SOON)
Programs are in development to offer skills training to advance cooking techniques, hands-on demos, on-site/virtually and more.