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Jun 2, 2023

How to Monitor Weight Loss in Aged Care

For the elderly, having regular weigh-ins is a fundamental part of their healthcare journey. As weight loss can be the first, and...

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May 2, 2023

The Party is Over for the Party Pie!

Let’s face it, we have all tucked into a party pie and sauce at a party or special event on one occasion or another. After all, what’s...

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Apr 3, 2023

Keep calm and… carrot on!

Allow us to introduce you to the world’s most humble root vegetable, the carrot. It is crunchy, sweet, tasty, incredibly versatile, and...

Resident’s choice and control: A difficult diagnosis to swallow

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Mar 16, 2023

Resident’s choice and control: A difficult diagnosis to swallow

Dysphagia can be an overwhelming and devastating diagnosis for many people living with the condition, as well as their family and close...

Aged Care Dietitians are only spending 36 minutes per Resident per year!? Not Good Enough

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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...

How to boost your mood and overall wellbeing

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Mar 13, 2023

How to boost your mood and overall wellbeing

Are you ever feeling “flat” or “just have no energy”? Working in an Aged Care home or with young children is no easy task. The amount of...

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Feb 20, 2023

Flipping delicious and healthy Pancakes

Old or young, Pancakes are a delicious brekky or brunch option no matter your age. The array of different toppings, make them very...

Why a culturally competent residential Aged Care Home is essential

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Feb 14, 2023

Why a culturally competent residential Aged Care Home is essential

Residents from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds often require an Aged Care home that is strongly considerate of...

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Jan 6, 2023

How to prepare for a Food Safety Audit

There is no need to panic when a Food Safety Audit or a Council Inspection are due to take place. Preparation is the key to avoid those...

Managing nutrition in Aged Care during an Covid outbreak

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Dec 19, 2022

Managing nutrition in Aged Care during an Covid outbreak

As Covid remains rampant in our community, the aged care population remains at risk. Covid continues to affect many aspects of our...

My true love sent to me… food poisoning!

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Dec 16, 2022

My true love sent to me… food poisoning!

Will you be able to sing the 12 days of Christmas without getting food poisoning this festive season? Follow these simple tips and hints...

All we want for Christmas is safe consumption

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Dec 7, 2022

All we want for Christmas is safe consumption

The Christmas season is upon us, a season filled with presents, family and friends and way too much food. If you’re planning on having a...

Get your summer menu reviewed before time melts away...

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Nov 23, 2022

Get your summer menu reviewed before time melts away...

Each day, we all make thousands of decisions that shape the way we live – one of those that commonly stumps us is deciding what to eat!...

We’re rooting for you! Try for five vegetables a day

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Oct 17, 2022

We’re rooting for you! Try for five vegetables a day

Vegetables have key role they have in our health and wellbeing. Vegetables are nutrient dense and a good source of fibre (which helps us...

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Oct 14, 2022

RECIPE: HEHP Chocolate Cheesecake

Check out this Chocolate Cheesecake recipe, which is a smooth and delicious combination of two beautiful desserts (chocolate and...

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Sep 19, 2022

Dementia awareness: You are not alone

Dementia is one of the worlds most feared illnesses. Its cruel and relentless nature and the way it impacts families is certainly...

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Sep 2, 2022

Do food choices affect Asthma?

Asthma affects just under 2.7 million Australians - that’s 1 out of 10 of us! When people with asthma feel supported, they manage their...

How we’re fighting malnutrition in aged care residents

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Aug 16, 2022

How we’re fighting malnutrition in aged care residents

Malnutrition is a serious health condition that impacts the lives of many people. Unfortunately, the prevalence of malnutrition stands at...

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Jul 28, 2022

We hate to be the bread-er of bad news

Crunchy toast with your favourite spread for breakfast, a big sandwich with lots of fillings for lunch, and a side of toast (yes, again)...

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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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