by Leni Wood | Apr 17, 2024 | Training and Development
The NACC The National Association of Care Catering (NACC) unites, supports and represents everyone working in and associated with catering in the UK care sector. It is recognised as a respected source of information and opinion for the dynamic and growing area of care...
by Leni Wood | Apr 26, 2021 | Going the Extra Mile, Nutrition for the Elderly
As we age our nutritional needs can change and in times of compromised health, malnutrition, or a change in mobility, the foods we eat may need to be adjusted to suit our requirements. Factors such as a person losing a loved one and finding themselves living alone may...
by Leni Wood | Mar 1, 2021 | Menu Planning
The planning process The menu planning process within Care is a complex task. The menu must meet the needs of each resident in term of preference of taste, texture, and quality. It must: Meet the needs of the various medical requirements of many residents Clearly...
by Adrian Silaghi | Feb 16, 2021 | Chef Recipes
Our Nellsar Chefs pulled out all the stops for Chinese New Year (Friday 12 February) and Valentine’s Day (Sunday 14 February) this year. From sweet and sour chicken to vegetable chow mein, and puréed strawberry cheesecakes to creamy milk puddings, our residents...
by Leni Wood | Feb 16, 2021 | Menu Planning
We are almost at the end of winter and nearing spring. In our Homes that means a change of season and a change of menu. There are many factors to consider when meal planning for people in Care. Nellsar is quite unique in that we have specialists such as myself, and...
