Great dining has always been a cornerstone of life here at Arbor Terrace Highland Park, and recently, that commitment received well-deserved national recognition.
Our very own Executive Chef James Camp was featured in the Foodservice Equipment & Supplies January 2026 edition, where he shared his perspective on senior dining, thoughtful menu planning, and what it truly means to serve residents with care and intention. Let’s take a closer look at just a few highlights from his feature!
After years of leading large-scale foodservice operations, Chef James found his passion shift toward something more meaningful: cooking for a smaller community where every plate matters.
At Arbor Terrace, he oversees a dining program designed to feel more like a favorite neighborhood restaurant than a traditional senior dining room. Menus are crafted with care for residents in assisted living and memory care, ensuring meals are not only flavorful but also accessible, comforting, and visually appealing.
Perhaps one of the most meaningful highlights of the article explores how Chef James adapts menus to meet a wide range of dietary needs. From low-sodium and diabetic-friendly options to dairy-free desserts and fresh fruit alternatives, flexibility is always part of the plan.
For residents who require puréed meals, presentation is just as important as nutrition! Using molds and creative plating techniques, Chef James ensures these dishes are both appetizing and dignified—an approach that reflects Arbor’s Dining with Dignity® philosophy.
Residents can always feel confident that every menu is developed with intention, balancing nutrition, familiarity, and enjoyment, while still leaving room for resident preferences and cultural considerations within our Highland Park community.
Being featured in Foodservice Equipment & Supplies is a true reflection of the care, creativity, and passion that defines daily life at Arbor Terrace Highland Park.
We are proud to celebrate Chef James Camp and grateful for the heart he brings to our community every single day. His approach reminds us that great senior living dining isn’t just about what’s on the plate, but rather the people it’s prepared for.
If you’d like to experience our dining firsthand or learn more about life at Arbor Terrace, we invite you to visit and see how care and culinary excellence come together at every meal!