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How to help Aged Care Residents after Gastro
Gastro from one resident or two, can affect everyone including you! Elderly residents in aged care have a weakened immune system to fight...
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Oct 20
Bone Appètit: Diet and Osteoporosis
Much like the rest of our body, bones are constantly being broken down and rebuilt. Osteoporosis occurs when bones lose important...
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Sep 18
Finger Food and Dementia
During Dementia Action Week, we acted. We held a free webinar exploring how finger foods can help improve each day for those with...
OSCAR Care Group
Sep 17
RECIPE: HEHP Panna Cotta
The Panna Cotta. The dessert that is perfection, in many ways. Firstly, it looks perfect. As a spoon glides through, it is sleek and...
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Sep 16
Desserts for a cause!
Malnutrition management is always a challenging process, especially in the elderly population. Loss of interest in food, changes in taste...
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Aug 19
A Snag in the Classic Bangers and Mash Dish
Bangers and Mash is pan-fried sausages served with creamy mashed potatoes and onion gravy. A quick dish to whip up, making it ideal for...
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Jul 24
The Importance of Meal Presentation in Aged Care Settings
You’ve probably heard the saying ‘we eat with our eyes’. Well, this doesn’t just apply to restaurant dining experiences. The same is true...
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Jul 17
Scoops of Joy: The Sweet World of Ice Cream
A scoop of ice cream is like taking a delightful journey through a frozen wonderland, where each bite is a moment of pure bliss. But what...
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Jul 3
Seasonal Aged Care Menu Reviews
It is no secret that food and nutrition are associated with our overall quality of life. Food offers nutrients to keep us healthy,...
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Jun 24
Slurping up the Health Benefits of Soups
Soups are a great addition to any diet, anytime of the year. But there’s something about the cooler months, that makes soup extra...
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Mar 15
Aged Care Menu & Mealtime Quality Assessments are here
Let’s raise the bar! Menu & Mealtime Quality Assessments will be mandatory within Aged Care soon. The new Strengthened Quality Standards...
OSCAR Care Group
Jan 23
Have you had a spot check from the Food, Nutrition and Dining Support Unit?
There have been some new changes regarding Nutrition, Food and Dining experiences in Aged Care Homes after the Royal Commission into Aged...
OSCAR Care Group
Dec 13, 2023
Nobody puts gravy in the corner
Gravy is a delicious way to enhance the taste of many meals including meat, poultry, vegetables and casseroles. More importantly, the...
OSCAR Care Group
Nov 16, 2023
Your Diabetes questions answered by a Dietitian
On World Diabetes Day, our Dietitian, Natascha Rae answered a bunch of questions from our viewers on Diabetes. Covering everything from...
OSCAR Care Group
Oct 10, 2023
RECIPE: HEHP Cheesy Mashed Potato
This recipe is super cheesy, so naturally it is super tasty. This is a next level HEHP mashed potato recipe, with the goal to add extra...
OSCAR Care Group
Oct 9, 2023
High energy high protein diets in the elderly
A High Energy High Protein or HEHP Diet is a type of diet designed to deliver additional kilojoules and nutrients. A HEHP Diet is highly...
OSCAR Care Group
Oct 8, 2023
Malnutrition in residential Aged Care
Sadly, malnutrition is too common. Malnutrition is a serious health condition that impacts the lives of many people. Unfortunately, the...
OSCAR Care Group
Jul 3, 2023
Waste less food, save more $$$
A common reaction to the rising inflation and interest rates is to cut spending. However in Aged Care, where our Residents wellbeing and...
OSCAR Care Group
Mar 15, 2023
Aged Care Dietitians are only spending 36 minutes per Resident per year!? Not Good Enough
The Quarterly Financial Snapshot (QFS) of the Aged Care Sector has been released for July to September 2022, which has highlighted such...
OSCAR Care Group
Jul 8, 2022
Diabetes: A Not So Sweet Scenario!
Diabetes: yes, you have probably heard about it before – whether that be on the news, at your doctor’s clinic or maybe you or someone you...
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