• Develops appropriate product standards and specifications before negotiating contracts
• Purchases quality, national brand-name products
• Negotiates long-term contracts to insulate members from rising prices
• Chooses preferred suppliers with a customer service ethic that aligns with ours to ensure members always receive the attention and service they deserve
• Follows the latest innovations in healthcare products and services
• Offers a comprehensive nutritional support system through which members can access comprehensive dietitian-developed and approved menus, costing and nutritional analysis
• Supports members with educational resources such as seniors’ healthcare seminars, a monthly newsletter and resource library

Aside from food items, Group Purchasing also negotiates contracts for supplies and equipment in the following categories:

• Dietary
• Housekeeping and laundry
• Nursing and medical
• Maintenance
• Administration and office