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Tastebuds and Time Travel
How to create a sense of food nostalgia in aged care and for those with dementia. Ever wished for a time machine, or to relive that blast...
Aug 14 min read


Fighting Parkinson’s Disease with Diet
What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson's Disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that predominantly affects the loss of...
Apr 117 min read


Spinach: The nutritional superfood that’s as mighty as it is green!
Spinach is the vegetable that can make you feel like a superhero…. If you manage to eat it before it gets stuck in your teeth. This...
Mar 206 min read


Dietitians on texture modified diets, IDDSI and dysphagia
Swallow disorders, such as Dysphagia, increases the risk of choking, aspiration of food/fluids into the lungs and aspiration pneumonia. A...
Feb 176 min read


And that’s a wrap
What a year it has been for the business, and all of us here at OSCAR Care Group. 2023 and 2024 gave us the opportunity to establish our...
Dec 18, 20242 min read


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...
Oct 28, 20244 min read


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...
Oct 20, 20244 min read


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...
Sep 18, 20242 min read


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...
Sep 17, 20242 min read


Desserts for a cause!
Malnutrition management is always a challenging process, especially in the elderly population. Loss of interest in food, changes in taste...
Sep 16, 20244 min read


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...
Aug 19, 20245 min read


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...
Jul 24, 20244 min read


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...
Jul 17, 20244 min read


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,...
Jul 3, 20247 min read


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...
Jun 24, 20246 min read


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...
Mar 15, 20244 min read


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...
Jan 23, 20245 min read


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...
Dec 13, 20234 min read


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...
Nov 16, 20232 min read


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...
Oct 10, 20232 min read
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