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Nutrition - Informed choice

Nutrition - Informed choice

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This resource discusses the importance of informed choice in aged care dining, emphasising a person-centred approach. It highlights the benefits of offering choice in meals and mealtimes, outlines how to manage decisions that involve risk, and provides tools for aged care workers to support resident autonomy while ensuring safety and satisfaction. 

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.

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External resource
External Link
https://www.ariia.org.au/knowledge-implementation-hub/research-and-project-supports/introducing-tasty-nutritious-and-safe-meals-aged-care-themed-itp/informed-choice
Key Theme
Choice, independence and quality of life
Food and nutrition
Delivering comprehensive care and services
Standard
1: The Individual
6: Food and Nutrition
7: The Residential Community
Outcomes
1.3: Choice, independence and quality of life
6.3: Provision of food and drinks
7.1: Daily living
Nutrition - Informed choice

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