It would be so much easier if infants ate on a strict meal schedule, like the established meal time periods you’ve established as a participant in the CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program). But don’t worry, the food program takes into account the unpredictable eating habits of babies. Even so, as a leader in CACFP
It’s hard to appreciate just how much time and effort that goes into managing the large amount of data required to participate in the CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program), maximize reimbursements every month, and stay compliant. It’s an enormous responsibility CACFP sponsors and their sites know very well. Luckily, advancements in cloud technology
When you participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), you obviously want to make sure you’re always maximizing your reimbursements instead of leaving any money on the table. There are many ways to go about it. Some strategies are easier than others. Some are program-oriented, while others are based in communication and
The creation of a CACFP menu is not easy! Nutrition and menu planning are often the most challenging tasks providers must to face. The food industry constantly changes, new products come out, and there’s an increasing demand for healthier options. There are so many factors that go into creating a creditable CACFP menu that it
Everyone has a different approach to CACFP menu creation, but one thing remains consistent: it’s not easy! Nutrition and menu planning are often the most challenging tasks providers have to face. The food industry constantly changes, new products come out, and the demand for healthier options increases. There are so many factors that go into
It’s no secret that ounce equivalents are coming to CACFP as of October 1, 2021 (we’ll get to the waiver in a minute). This unique unit of measurement is old news for other child nutrition programs, such as the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP), but the CACFP community is largely
The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a federally funded nutrition program that reimburses childcare providers to ensure children from low-income families receive healthy meals and snacks during their stay. Currently, the CACFP helps to feed 4.2 million children across the country. But this year, the food program is primed to be a