Homestyle Direct partners with a variety of organizations nationwide, including hospital systems, State Medicaid programs, and Community-Based Organizations, to provide home-delivered, medically tailored meals to beneficiaries. State agencies typically include those involved in healthcare services, social services, and public health initiatives. If your agency provides meals to beneficiaries, there is a strong chance that we can partner with you. For further assistance, please contact us at Support@homestyledirect.com.

Medical Nutrition Therapy^[1] (MNT) is a nutrition-based treatment provided by a registered dietitian. It involves a comprehensive approach that includes a nutrition diagnosis, therapeutic interventions, and counseling services tailored to manage specific health conditions, such as diabetes.

Benefits of MNT:

• Personalized Care: MNT provides individualized dietary guidance that addresses the unique needs of each patient.
• Disease Management: It is a key component in managing chronic conditions, particularly diabetes, by helping to control blood sugar levels and improve overall health.
• Education and Support: MNT offers education and ongoing support to help patients make sustainable dietary changes.

How MNT Complements Meal Delivery:

MNT complements home-delivered meal services by ensuring that the meals provided align with the dietary recommendations made during therapy. This integrated approach enhances the effectiveness of managing health conditions and promotes better health outcomes for members.

^[1] https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes-toolkit/php/reimbursement/medical-nutrition-therapy.html

Medically tailored meal programs have shown a significant positive impact on both health outcomes and healthcare costs. Numerous studies show the benefit of a medically tailored meal, including research published in the Journal of Patient-Centered Research and Reviews and detailed by the National Institute of Health. In this large scare study, “Medically Tailored Meals as a Prescription for Treatment of Food-Insecure Type 2 Diabetics^[1],” results showed:

• Inadequate access to food results in poor nutritional status, with diabetic patients more vulnerable to the negative effects of an unhealthy diet.
• Medically tailored meals have been shown to improve health outcomes in specific patient populations (eg, seniors, chronically ill) and reduce care costs.

Our commitment to evidence-based practices ensures we continually refine our services to maximize positive health outcomes and cost savings for our clients and healthcare partners.

For more detailed data or specific case studies on how our services have impacted health outcomes and costs, please contact our team at Support@homestyledirect.com.

^[1] Medically Tailored Meals as a Prescription for Treatment of Food-Insecure Type 2 Diabetics – PMC (nih.gov)

Yes, Homestyle Direct offers education to our members to help them make informed choices and support their health outcomes.

Educational Resources Provided:

• Monthly Newsletter: Members and business partners receive a monthly newsletter via email, which includes tips for navigating meal programming, updates on new meal options, and practical advice on nutrition and healthy living.
• Nutritional Guidance: Our newsletters often feature articles on various dietary needs, such as managing diabetes or heart health, providing members with actionable insights into how their meals can support their specific health conditions.
• Healthy Lifestyle Tips: We include information on general wellness topics, such as staying active and managing stress, to help members maintain a balanced and healthy lifestyle.
• Nutritional Education Webinars: We offer monthly webinars on the third Thursday of each month. These webinars provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for professionals and engaging content covers a wide variety of nutritional topics, keeping members and professionals up-to-date with the latest in nutrition science and practice.

These educational materials are designed to empower our members with knowledge, improving their ability to manage their health and make the most of the meal services we provide.

Homestyle Direct adheres to all relevant state and federal regulations, including those governing Medicaid and Medicare programs. All of our programs align with the goals of the Older Americans Act, which supports nutrition services for older adults.

Key Areas:

• Medicaid and Medicare Guidelines: We ensure that our meal services meet the specific requirements set by Medicaid and Medicare, including nutrition standards, delivery protocols, and beneficiary eligibility criteria.
• Licensing and Accreditation: Homestyle Direct maintains all necessary licenses and accreditations required by state and federal agencies to operate as a provider of home-delivered meals.
• Data Privacy and Security: We comply with HIPAA regulations to protect the privacy and security of our members’ health information.
• Ongoing Training and Audits: Our team regularly undergoes training to stay updated on regulatory changes, and we conduct internal audits to ensure ongoing compliance.

By following these regulations, Homestyle Direct is committed to delivering high-quality services while ensuring the well-being and safety of our members.

Yes, Homestyle Direct can customize its services to meet the specific needs of state programs.

Customization Options:

• Tailored Meal Plans: We can adjust meal offerings to align with the dietary requirements and preferences outlined by state programs, ensuring that our meals meet the nutritional guidelines for various health conditions.
• Flexible Delivery Solutions: We work with state agencies to develop delivery schedules and logistics that best serve the needs of their populations, whether in urban, rural, or remote areas.
• Collaborative Program Design: Our team collaborates closely with state program administrators to integrate our services with existing healthcare initiatives, ensuring seamless support for beneficiaries.
• Reporting and Compliance: We provide customized reporting to meet the documentation and compliance needs of state programs, helping them monitor service usage and outcomes effectively.

This flexibility allows us to effectively support diverse state programs and meet the unique needs of their beneficiaries.