/ Seniors

Cultivating the Quality of Life to age gracefully

With increased life expectancy, the elderly population is growing. We oversee the well being of seniors in specialized facilities or in their homes, providing customized services and attentive care every day.

Specialized personnel

Although medical progress can help prolong the lifespan of seniors, it cannot always prevent their physical and cognitive deterioration. In assisted-living facilities, the need for specialized professionals is constantly growing.

 

Well-trained teams

All of our employees have specific training in eldercare. Our nutrition experts provide information and increase awareness and understanding about the special needs of seniors and support our teams in their daily work at facilities or in homes, particularly regarding meal assistance for the very dependent.

In France, we have been the partner of the Maison des Augustines since 1992. Our teams have demonstrated their know-how by providing for the well-being of residents through personalized services to ensure that each individual feels supported. Our employees’ involvement in the life of the homes and residences where they work is proof of their motivation. Their professionalism has been recognized through ISO 9001 certification.

Responsible sourcing

Protecting the environment is a daily commitment for Sodexo. Our teams promote proximity-based sourcing by giving priority to networks of local food suppliers. Our business contributes to both local and regional economic development and helps reduce harmful emissions resulting from the transportation of goods.

 

In Chile, for example, Sodexo obtained “Clean Production” certification for its sustainable management of the Hogares Alemanes residences.

Upkeep and maintenance

Maintaining residence equipment, facilities and surroundings is indispensable to ensure a welcoming, comfortable and safe environment for those who live there. These tasks also represent significant items in our clients’ operating budgets.

 

Well-kept premises

Throughout the world, Sodexo adopts a comprehensive maintenance approach to prolong the lifespan of facilities, buildings and equipment and help administrators control costs. The key lies in regular maintenance, which makes it possible to anticipate problems before they arise. We owe our operational excellence in this field to the performance of our teams: Sodexo employees are all dedicated and trained to work in a health care environment.

Controlling energy consumption

Saving energy is a core commitment for Sodexo. We design tailor-made solutions to reduce energy consumption in retirement homes without disturbing – and in some cases by enhancing - facility efficiency and staff, resident and patient comfort.

In the United States, Sodexo has proved to be a strategic partner of Asbury Communities by helping to optimize operating costs at its eldercare facilities. In addition to delivering quality foodservices, cleaning and groundskeeping, we have enabled our client to reduce their total energy bill by 15%.