At MacKenzie Place — Colorado Springs, the dining experience is fundamental to our support of resident health, engagement, and overall wellness. Carefully crafted meals do more than just supply nutrition; they foster connections, encourage routines, and create significant daily experiences that contribute to long-term health.

This dedication to quality is one reason our community was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Independent Living, Best Assisted Living, and Best Memory Care community. Our dining philosophy mirrors the same standard of excellence that influences every facet of life at MacKenzie Place.

**Savor Well. Live Well at MacKenzie Place.**

As a Leisure Care community, MacKenzie Place — Colorado Springs grants residents exclusive access to PrimeFit Wellness™, our unique approach to senior health and well-being. Within PrimeFit Wellness™, dining holds a vital and measurable importance. Proper nutrition bolsters strength, cognition, immunity, and energy, all crucial elements of healthy aging. Shared meals also nurture social bonds, which are closely associated with longevity, resilience, and enhanced health results.

By emphasizing premium ingredients, well-rounded menus, and a warm dining atmosphere, we strengthen PrimeFit Wellness™ daily. Dining emerges as a constant source of stability, comfort, and vibrancy for the residents who make our community their home.

**Honoring MacKenzie Place — Colorado Springs Chef Anthony Neal, CEC**

We are excited to celebrate Chef Anthony Neal for attaining his Certified Executive Chef (CEC) designation, one of the most esteemed accolades in the culinary profession. Chef Neal is the first chef among all Leisure Care communities to receive this certification, showcasing his commitment to our dining program.

The CEC credential necessitates both technical expertise and rigorous preparation, involving a thorough written examination and an extensive practical evaluation. Chef Neal undertook months of intensive training, honing classical techniques, practicing advanced culinary abilities, and preparing a four-course evaluation menu for industry experts.

His accomplishment signifies a high degree of professionalism and directly enhances the dining experience for residents and their families. Chef Neal’s guidance impacts every aspect of our dining offerings.

Residents reap the benefits from:

– Menus crafted with an emphasis on nutrition, variety, and seasonality
– Dishes prepared with accuracy and uniformity
– Culinary choices that cater to diverse tastes and needs
– Dining moments that enrich comfort, routine, and pleasure

These components bolster the physical, social, and emotional aspects of wellness. They also reinforce our continuous dedication to delivering an outstanding living experience.

**Establishing the Benchmark for Quality**

Chef Neal’s achievement stands as a significant milestone for our community and aligns with the values that shape MacKenzie Place — Colorado Springs: quality, professionalism, and a sincere commitment to resident well-being.

We take pride in honoring Chef Anthony Neal, CEC, and appreciate the expertise he contributes to our dining program. His efforts enhance the MacKenzie Place experience and support our mission to empower residents to live with assurance, purpose, and happiness.

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