Author: Shirley Y. Chao

Year of DDRG Award: 2005

Grantee University: Tufts University

Dissertation Title: Optimizing Food and Nutrition Services in Assisted Living Facilities for Older Adults: The FANCI (Food And Nutrition Care Indicators) Study

Current Employment: Director of Nutrition, Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs

Research Subject Areas: Senior Nutrition, Supportive Housing, Assistant Living, Food and Nutrition Policy for Seniors, Quality of Life for Seniors, Food Service Quality, Environmental Intervention

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