Page 109 - NACC – 2018 Yearbook

Premier Foods Dysphagia Solutions
International Dysphagia Diet Standards Guide from Premier Foods
Premier Foods began its journey in 2012 to launch a ground-breaking new Healthcare Solutions Programme which reappraised the catering o er across the industry to ensure the nutritional needs of care home residents were being met.
additional challenges to caterers, Premier Foods’ experienced culinary team developed solutions with the needs of care caterers in mind.
Within the guide, caterers will nd texture modi ed recipes and supporting dietary guidance to help deliver a nutritious and varied diet for individuals with dysphagia. Caterers will also nd practical advice around mealtimes for individuals with dementia and diabetes, in addition to recipe ideas and product recommendations. Recipes include Smoked Mackerel Paté with Seeded Bread, Pork Steak with Apricot, Barley and Kale and a Fruit Crumble as well as a variety of other Premier Foods recipes using well-known brands such as Hovis and Bisto. Premier Foods has also provided allergen information and top tips to help caterers comply with the Food Information Regulations (FIR).
The programme initially focused on diets required for dysphagia, momentum then gathered and solutions were developed for dementia and diabetes su erers. Six years on, the programme proudly continues and is going strong with its latest International Dysphagia Diet Standards Guide, launched in March 2018. Designed to provide creative, tasty and inspirational texture modi ed recipe solutions, the guide will outline the new international dysphagia guidelines, providing tips and advice for caterers as the industry begins to adopt the new framework.
Premier Foods understands the pressures of providing a welcoming healthcare or care home environment, whilst serving up suitable and tasty meals for all requirements. To combat this it has created a menu of solutions with products caterers can rely on. Each recipe is cost-e ective and uses ingredients and equipment that can be found in the average commercial kitchen. This makes it as easy as possible to meet the needs of su erers
and provide them with delicious meals that will guarantee dignity in dining, making meal times an occasion to look forward to for everyone. Recipes include a Full English Breakfast, a Roast Chicken Dinner and a Minted Lamb Casserole using popular brands such as Bisto, Homepride and Paxo.
CARE CATERING SOLUTIONS GUIDE
Part of Premier Foods’ journey includes its Care Catering Solutions Guide, launched last year at NACC Training & Development Forum to help equip care caterers with practical solutions and ensure quality dining for residents.
With the day-to-day challenges of managing budgets, meeting the requirements of a varying range of dietary needs, all whilst ensuring a safe and welcoming dining environment, there is a real need for brands and menu solutions that caterers can rely on. With an ageing population and the increasing prevalence of conditions such as dysphagia, dementia and diabetes posing
Premier Foods 0800 328 4246 @Premierfoods_FS
109
PREMIER PARTNERS PREMIER FOODS