A center must:(1) ensure food preparation, including storage of food, serving of food, and dining areas, is adequate and safe;(2) develop, maintain, and comply with written policies and procedures to ensure residents are provided with at least three well-balanced meals or ingredients for well-balanced meals and an additional two snacks a day for children;(3) develop, maintain, and comply with written policies and procedures that provide for alternative access to food and food preparation when the center's kitchen is closed;(4) develop, maintain, and comply with written policies and procedures that provide for alternative access to essential food and food preparation when the center's kitchen is inoperable;(5) make reasonable, Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant dietary accommodations for residents who require special medical diets, including those with food allergies;(6) not require residents to use Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits (formerly known as food stamps) to purchase shelter meals;(7) when providing meals or food items, consider the diverse needs of the population of the center's service area; and(8) make reasonable accommodations for the center and residents regarding personal food items.