Chickpeas provide numerous health benefits and can be blended in burgers, smoothies, soups and curries, they can be hidden to boost...

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...

What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson's Disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that predominantly affects the loss of...

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...

Swallow disorders, such as Dysphagia, increases the risk of choking, aspiration of food/fluids into the lungs and aspiration pneumonia. A...

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...

Gastro from one resident or two, can affect everyone including you! Elderly residents in aged care have a weakened immune system to fight...

Much like the rest of our body, bones are constantly being broken down and rebuilt. Osteoporosis occurs when bones lose important...

During Dementia Action Week, we acted. We held a free webinar exploring how finger foods can help improve each day for those with...

The Panna Cotta.  The dessert that is perfection, in many ways.  Firstly, it looks perfect.  As a spoon glides through, it is sleek and...

Malnutrition management is always a challenging process, especially in the elderly population. Loss of interest in food, changes in taste...

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...

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...

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...

It is no secret that food and nutrition are associated with our overall quality of life. Food offers nutrients to keep us healthy,...

Soups are a great addition to any diet, anytime of the year. But there’s something about the cooler months, that makes soup extra...

Let’s raise the bar! Menu & Mealtime Quality Assessments will be mandatory within Aged Care soon. The new Strengthened Quality Standards...

There have been some new changes regarding Nutrition, Food and Dining experiences in Aged Care Homes after the Royal Commission into Aged...

Gravy is a delicious way to enhance the taste of many meals including meat, poultry, vegetables and casseroles. More importantly, the...

On World Diabetes Day, our Dietitian, Natascha Rae answered a bunch of questions from our viewers on Diabetes. Covering everything from...