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Dining in residential aged care - tips and tricks fact sheet

Dining in residential aged care - tips and tricks fact sheet

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This fact sheet provides practical tips for enhancing dining experiences in residential aged care settings. It offers guidance on food presentation, meal assistance, creating a respectful and enjoyable atmosphere, supporting independence, and providing culturally appropriate dining options. The aim is to improve mealtime satisfaction while maintaining older peoples' dignity and people's preferences. 

This resource may refer to information that will be updated from 1 November 2025 to align with the new Aged Care Act and Quality Standards. 

Author
Aged Care Quality & Safety Commission
Standard
6: Food and Nutrition
Outcomes
6.1: Partnering with individuals on food and drinks
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