Aged care nutrition services in Melbourne
Nutrition services for aged care facilities
Joel is an experienced aged care dietitian. He specialises in seniors nutrition and he is well adept to help your residents meet their nutritional requirements while carefully managing any comorbidities. Joel can assist aged care providers with the optimal management of nutrition and hydration for residents with a particular focus on the promotion of quality of life.
Joel can work closely with food service, nursing and care staff and facility managers to create practical nutrition plans and procedures. This includes the development of food policy and food service procedures and the identification of nutrition processes such as weight monitoring, food fortification and malnutrition screening.
Be it menu reviews, updating policies and procedures, resident consultations or staff education, Joel can meet your needs to deliver a high quality service to ensure best outcomes for all stakeholders are met.
Joel can work closely with food service, nursing and care staff and facility managers to create practical nutrition plans and procedures. This includes the development of food policy and food service procedures and the identification of nutrition processes such as weight monitoring, food fortification and malnutrition screening.
Be it menu reviews, updating policies and procedures, resident consultations or staff education, Joel can meet your needs to deliver a high quality service to ensure best outcomes for all stakeholders are met.
Menu review and staff training
Hearty Nutrition offers comprehensive menu review and staff training services to support aged care providers in delivering nutritious, balanced, and enjoyable meals. Our team evaluates existing menus to ensure they meet residents' dietary needs, including those with chronic conditions, texture-modified diets, and individual preferences. Recommendations are practical, evidence-based, and designed to improve nutritional outcomes while enhancing the dining experience.
We also provide tailored staff training to equip kitchen and care staff with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively prepare, serve, and support residents’ nutritional needs. Training covers areas such as portion planning, special diets, food safety, and strategies to encourage appetite and enjoyment of meals. By empowering staff with expertise, Hearty Nutrition helps create a culture where nutrition is prioritised, and residents’ wellbeing is supported through every meal.
We also provide tailored staff training to equip kitchen and care staff with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively prepare, serve, and support residents’ nutritional needs. Training covers areas such as portion planning, special diets, food safety, and strategies to encourage appetite and enjoyment of meals. By empowering staff with expertise, Hearty Nutrition helps create a culture where nutrition is prioritised, and residents’ wellbeing is supported through every meal.
Home care package nutrition
Hearty Nutrition provides personalised nutrition support for older adults receiving home care packages, helping them maintain health, independence, and quality of life at home. Our service focuses on creating practical, enjoyable, and nutritionally balanced meal plans tailored to individual needs, preferences, and health conditions. We work closely with clients, their families and case managers to ensure nutrition goals are achievable, sustainable, and aligned with overall wellbeing.
Our approach considers the unique challenges of ageing, including managing chronic conditions, maintaining strength and energy, and supporting cognitive and physical health. Through guidance, education, and ongoing support, we empower older adults to make confident food choices, enjoy their meals, and optimise their nutrition in the comfort of their own homes.
Our approach considers the unique challenges of ageing, including managing chronic conditions, maintaining strength and energy, and supporting cognitive and physical health. Through guidance, education, and ongoing support, we empower older adults to make confident food choices, enjoy their meals, and optimise their nutrition in the comfort of their own homes.
Individual consults
For one-on-one nutrition consultations (ideal for individuals and families), visit Joel Feren Nutrition to book a private session.
Why choose us?
Our nutritional needs evolve as we age, requiring specialised care and attention. With extensive experience in aged care nutrition, Joel understands the unique challenges older adults living in care face. We offer tailored nutritional solutions that promote health, vitality, and independence.
Personalised care: We work closely with you to create individualised nutrition plans catering to your health needs, preferences, and lifestyle.
Expert guidance: Our expertise in seniors nutrition ensures that your diet supports a resident's total wellbeing, from managing chronic conditions to improving quality of life.
Compassionate support: We provide ongoing support, education, and encouragement, helping residents make informed choices that enhance their health and happiness.
Personalised care: We work closely with you to create individualised nutrition plans catering to your health needs, preferences, and lifestyle.
Expert guidance: Our expertise in seniors nutrition ensures that your diet supports a resident's total wellbeing, from managing chronic conditions to improving quality of life.
Compassionate support: We provide ongoing support, education, and encouragement, helping residents make informed choices that enhance their health and happiness.
If you would like further information about our services, please get in touch via the contact page.
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