Our Services
Meal Preparation
Nourishing meals, prepared in your kitchen, the way you like them.
Good food is about more than nutrition. It’s comfort, culture and routine. We help plan, shop for and prepare meals in your own kitchen, following your tastes and any dietary needs in your care plan.
Meal Preparation
What's included
Every care plan is tailored to you. Support can include:
- Planning meals with you
- Grocery shopping for ingredients
- Cooking meals in your kitchen
- Preparing familiar dishes from your culture
- Following dietary needs and preferences in your care plan
- Preparing meals ahead for later in the week
- Cleaning up the kitchen afterwards
Who it's for
Finding cooking harder
For older people who love home-cooked food but find preparing meals tiring or difficult.
Following a special diet
For people with dietary needs from their GP or dietitian who need help putting them into practice.
Missing familiar food
For people who want meals that reflect their culture and the food they grew up with.
How we deliver it
1
Talk with us
Contact us for an initial consultation over the phone or in person. We always prefer to meet and greet you before providing services.
2
Plan together
We take the time to understand your needs, goals and preferences, and create a person-centred care plan with you and your family.
3
Care begins
Our team provides your agreed supports at home. You can talk to us about your care plan at any time, and we’ll adjust it as your needs change.
How this service is funded
Available through Support at Home, with our partner Trilogy Care, or privately. Your assessment and budget determine what Support at Home can fund. Whether you pay a contribution depends on the type of service and your income and assets.
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Companionship & Social Outings
A friendly face for a cuppa, a chat or a walk, and help getting out to see friends and community.
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FAQs
Questions about meal preparation
Can you cook the food I'm used to?
We embrace the cultural diversity of everyone we support. Tell us about the dishes you enjoy and how you like them prepared, and we’ll include your preferences in your care plan.
Can you follow a special diet?
Tell us about it. If your GP, dietitian or other health professional has recommended a particular diet, let us know and we’ll talk with you about how we can include it in your care plan.
Is meal preparation covered by Support at Home?
Help with meals is one of the services available under Support at Home, depending on your assessment and approved services. Everyday living services like this may attract a participant contribution, depending on your income and assets. Private clients are also welcome. Learn more about Support at Home.