Aged Care Quality Standards
Guidance on delivering safe, quality and person-centred care in residential and community aged care services.
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A collection of trusted resources and Australian guidelines supporting safe, evidence-based and person-centred nutrition care. This section will continue to grow with practical handouts, referral guides, menu support information and nutrition education resources.
Guidance on delivering safe, quality and person-centred care in residential and community aged care services.
View StandardsEvidence-based recommendations to support healthy eating across all life stages, including older adults.
View GuidelinesInternational standards for texture-modified foods and thickened fluids to support safe swallowing.
View FrameworkInformation and resources to support malnutrition prevention, food-first approaches and mealtime care.
Department of HealthProfessional body supporting evidence-based nutrition care and dietetic practice in Australia.
Visit WebsiteAccess information about aged care services, eligibility and support available across Australia.
Visit My Aged CareWhen to refer for poor intake, weight loss, malnutrition risk, swallowing-related nutrition concerns, menu issues or supplement review.
Suggested service pathways for aged care homes, home care organisations and community referrers.
Examples of brief staff education topics that can be delivered onsite or virtually.