N.Y. Social Services Law § 461-r: Food services

§ 461-r. Food services. 1. Food services in adult care facilities

shall be provided in a manner that respects the dietary needs of the

residents in relation to health conditions, food allergies and dietary

intolerances, religious and ethnic mandates, and that allows for a

reasonable variation in taste preferences.

2. Resident food committees in each facility, assembled from among the

residents, shall have the freedom to meet and evaluate the food service

available to them without interference, and shall advise the operators

of the adult care facility as to issues of dietary needs, preferences,

food quality and safety.

3. The commissioner of health shall review existing adult care

facility regulations and amend existing regulations or promulgate new

regulations if appropriate, to determine those food service personnel in

adult care facilities that should undergo training appropriate for the

level of food service which they may perform, including but not limited

to sanitation in the food preparation and service areas; refrigeration

and preservation; principles of a balanced meal; and ordering with an

emphasis on fresh foods.