In aged care, nutritional needs are more complex and require guidance to support physical health, cognitive function, and disease prevention. Our aged care dietitian team specialises in delivering evidence-based nutrition strategies that enhance the quality of life. By working closely with carers, nurses, and allied health teams, we ensure our dietitian services align with each client’s medical conditions, preferences, and goals. This holistic approach is central to how AHP Aged Care supports sustainable well-being across all levels of care.
Meal planning is a core focus of our dietitian aged care approach. We don’t just build menus - we design personalised food plans that support nutritional goals, cultural preferences, swallowing safety, and appetite fluctuations common among older adults. In residential care, food should be enjoyable, varied, and nourishing. Our aged care dietitian team ensures every meal is part of a broader strategy to improve physical health, support emotional well-being, and make mealtimes something to look forward to.
Managing chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular conditions is one of the most important roles of an aged care dietitian. Through tailored nutrition care plans, we help reduce the impact of these conditions, often minimising the need for medical intervention. Our dietitian services include working alongside GPs and nursing staff to create sustainable dietary strategies with a focus on prevention and treatment. We recognise that food is medicine - and in aged care, it’s often the first and most effective step toward better health.
Unintentional weight loss or gain can have significant effects on mobility, energy, and mental health. Our aged care dietitian team provides individualised plans to maintain a healthy weight in older adults, supporting muscle mass, strength, and independence. We tailor every plan to meet special dietary needs and health conditions, ensuring that every calorie counts. Through balanced meals and ongoing monitoring, dietitian aged care services help residents stay active, engaged, and well-nourished.
Dehydration is a common yet preventable issue among older adults. Our aged care dietitian experts integrate hydration strategies into daily care routines, using personalised plans to encourage sufficient fluid intake in a way that suits the individual’s preferences and medical needs. Whether it’s thickened fluids for dysphagia or flavour-enhanced drinks to boost consumption, hydration is embedded into our comprehensive dietitian services to safeguard health and vitality.
In aged care, food must nourish both body and spirit. Beyond nutrients, meals are a source of comfort, culture, and connection. Our aged care dietitian professionals ensure that menus are inclusive, safe, and fulfilling – taking into account dietary restrictions, appetite changes, and any feeding difficulties. For individuals under the NDIS, we also offer aligned NDIS Dietician Services that support complex needs with empathy and expertise.
Whether you’re seeking support for a loved one in residential aged care or looking for ongoing nutrition care while living independently, our aged care dietitian services are here to help.