Food quality for older people

High-quality food should not be seen as a luxury item.  In fact, it’s something older people should expect.

Eating well is living well, and no one should be forced to compromise on taste or nutritional value because of their age.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

Should colostomy bag changes be limited to nurses in aged care?

Should PCAs and AINs be changing colostomy bags in residential aged care, or does the risk outweigh the benefit? The answer is not as clear-cut as many think. Read More

How did I catch a cold in lockdown?

It’s still reasonably easy to catch a cold even during lockdown. The good news is there’s plenty you can do to greatly reduce the risk. Read More

‘Could it be scurvy?’ It’s a travesty so many Australian aged care patients are malnourished

A worrying trend is the assumption that people with cognitive impairment cannot be expected to maintain a healthy weight, but as experienced professionals point out, the diminished ability for self-care can and should be matched by improving identification and solutions. Read More
Advertisement