Although the programs framework was not a direct comparison to previous home and community based care programs, it was unique in its own right setting new milestones for programs in the future to follow. For some, this began a discussion of concern about other programs that were based on home and community based health care. Reason for this discussion was the ENP was very successful and managed to meet objectives efficiently without it costing the federal resources a tremendous amount of money. Also the ENP did not really compare to other programs because in the past the programs were not as successful as the ENP.
In conclusion, the Elderly Nutrition Program emphasized nutrition services for the older population. Making nutrition the number one risk factor that change the outcomes of chronic diseases and their complications in this