Better choice and nutrition on menu at Fife care home

Lindsay House, on Cedar Avenue, is one of eight care homes across the Kingdom involved in the scheme, which aims to improve the quality of meals served in residential care.

The two-day course was developed through a partnership between Fife Council, the Fife Health and Social Care Partnership, and the City of Glasgow College (Image: Fife Health and Social Care Partnership)

The two-day course, developed through a partnership between Fife Council, Fife Health and Social Care Partnership, and City of Glasgow College, is the first in Scotland tailored specifically to the care catering sector.

Councillor Patrick Browne, the council's spokesperson for health and social care, said: "Good food is at the heart of quality care.

"This innovative programme provides our catering teams with new skills, knowledge and ideas that will help enhance the dining experience for people living in our residential care homes."

The course, launched in Fife, is believed to be the first of its kind in Scotland (Image: Fife Health and Social Care Partnership)

Around 30 catering staff are taking part in the training, which focuses on delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that meet residents’ individual dietary needs.

The course covers all stages of the food delivery process, encouraging staff to consider personal preferences, nutritional requirements, and dining abilities.

Participants were encouraged to think creatively about menu planning and presentation while considering residents’ abilities and preferences (Image: Fife Health and Social Care Partnership)

Lynne Garvey, director of the Fife Health and Social Care Partnership, said: "Meal times are an important part of daily life and can have a significant impact on a person's health, wellbeing and quality of life.

"This initiative demonstrates our shared commitment to supporting staff to deliver person-centred care."