Residential Aged Care Services
Supporting Compliance, Nourishment, and Joy Through Food
At Optimum Intake Dietitians, we believe food is more than fuel, it’s connection, comfort, and care. Our dedicated Residential Aged Care team works alongside aged care providers across the Central Coast, Newcastle, Sydney, and remotely in rural and regional areas to deliver expert nutrition services that are compliant, compassionate, and consumer-focused.
Our Approach: More Than Nutrients on a Plate
We understand the pivotal role food plays in the physical, emotional, mental, and social wellbeing of older Australians. That’s why we don’t accept that malnutrition and weight loss are inevitable in older age. Instead, we recognise these as signs that nutrition and mealtime support need to be adapted.
Our dietitians provide tailored, evidence-based strategies to support residents with:
Poor appetite or altered taste
Swallowing or chewing difficulties
Chronic conditions or complex medical needs
Cultural or personal food preferences
Changes in cognition, mobility or independence
We work hard to ensure every resident is well-nourished, enjoys their meals, and has access to food that enhances both quality of life and health outcomes.
Compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards
With the introduction of the Aged Care Quality Standards (2024), food, nutrition and dining experiences are recognised as core to safe and quality care. Our team supports your facility to meet and exceed expectations in:
Standard 1: The Person – Ensuring resident choice, dignity, and culturally appropriate meal options
Standard 2: The Organisation – Supporting continuous improvement in food services and nutrition-related care
Standard 3: The Care – Delivering comprehensive nutrition assessments, care planning, and monitoring
Standard 5: The Environment – Advising on dining environment, mealtime assistance and enjoyment
Standard 7: Feedback and Complaints – Helping address resident food-related concerns and implementing improvements
Our dietitians are well-versed in the regulatory requirements and quality indicators, ensuring that your organisation is:
Accreditation-ready
Proactively managing risks
Improving resident satisfaction with meals and mealtimes
A Collaborative, Whole-of-Facility Approach
We don’t just work with residents, we partner with your entire team. Our collaboration with:
Facility Managers
Care and Clinical Staff
Catering Managers and Chefs
Allied Health and Lifestyle Teams
ensures food and nutrition are integrated into all aspects of care and operations.
From menu reviews and IDDSI implementation to malnutrition screening protocols, our support is practical, aligned with best practice, and tailored to your facility’s needs.
Why Choose Optimum Intake?
A dedicated Residential Aged Care team with aged care expertise
Flexible service delivery – onsite or remote
Focused on nourishment, enjoyment, and individualised care
Supportive of accreditation and quality improvement goals
Experienced in Home Care, CHSP and DVA nutrition services too
