by Leni Wood | Feb 26, 2026 | Nutrition for the Elderly
As we grow older, nutrition plays an increasingly important role in protecting heart health, maintaining strength and supporting overall well-being. For adults over 50 – and particularly those living in Care Homes – thoughtful, balanced meals can make a meaningful...
by Cosmin Cristea | Nov 30, 2023 | Chef Stories
As Head Chef, I am delighted to showcase our new seasonal menus for the winter period that I created with the help of Eduard and Adelina, our Nutrition Champions at Princess Christian Care Home. New Seasonal Menus Our new four-weekly A La Carte menus were created...
by Leni Wood | Aug 2, 2023 | Diabetes
It is estimated that more than five million people in the UK are living with diabetes, which is an all-time high. Data from Diabetes UK shows that more 4.3 million people in the UK live with diabetes. Additionally, 850,000 people could be living with diabetes who are...
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 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...
