Care Home Dietitian Services
Nutrition support that strengthens resident care and supports compliance
Tailored support for aged care facilities across Auckland to support resident health through targeted nutrition assessments, care planning, and practical, evidence-based advice.
Helping your care home meet standards and support wellbeing
You need aged care dietary consulting that helps your team deliver better outcomes for your residents and ensures your menus are fully compliant, without the stress.
I offer care home nutrition support and audits in Auckland that are both practical and personal - because good food matters.
Let’s talk about how I can support your team.
Supporting resident health shouldn’t feel this hard
If you're leading a residential facility, you know just how complex it is to meet every resident’s nutritional needs—especially with limited time, staffing pressures, and a growing list of responsibilities.
You may be managing:
Residents with unintentional weight loss, low BMI or increased malnutrition risk.
Chronic conditions that affect appetite, swallowing or digestion.
Staff who feel unsure about what’s “good enough” nutritionally.
A need to show measurable outcomes without adding more to your plate.
The looming pressure of upcoming audits and compliance checks.
Guidelines exist but they often don’t reflect the daily reality of aged care.
That’s where I come in.
As a registered dietitian with over a decade of experience in aged residential care, I provide personalised, practical support that puts resident wellbeing first while helping you meet your obligations with confidence.
Practical, compliance-ready nutrition support for residential care teams
My care home dietitian services are built for the realities of aged care. I partner with facility managers and clinical teams to strengthen both resident health and regulatory outcomes.
Here’s how I can help:
Resident-specific nutrition assessments
Individual reviews for residents with weight loss, pressure injuries, swallowing concerns, wounds, COPD, malnutrition, Parkinson's, high care needs or other nutrition requirements. Special Authority applications and prescribing supplements.Staff education and training
Tailored sessions to improve confidence and capability around nutrition in daily care.Ongoing support and policy development
From nutrition policies to documentation reviews—I help you create systems that work.Menu audits and compliance reports
Full aged care menu assessments, with practical recommendations and supporting documentation to meet NZ standards.
What your team and residents gain from expert nutrition support
Stress-free compliance - Stay audit-ready with detailed, timely menu assessments.
Improved resident outcomes - Better nutrition means fewer infections, fewer falls, and better recovery from wounds.
Empowered staff - Training and practical tips your team can use right away.
Greater consistency - Clear, aligned policies and plans across your facility.
A trusted partner - An experienced dietitian for care homes, nursing homes and residential facilities for older people who speaks your language and understands your pressures.
Meet Terryn – your Auckland elderly nutrition professional
I’ve worked in aged care nutrition for over a decade, delivering real change in residential facilities across Auckland. My goal isn’t just to help you meet standards—it’s to make better nutrition more achievable for your residents and your team. That means offering practical, evidence-based support at a price that respects your budget, without compromising on quality or care.
With qualifications in Human Nutrition, Dietetics and research, I combine clinical depth with practical experience—and I know how to deliver insights that stick.
This is more than compliance. It’s about dignity, health, and practical support.
Any Questions?
Who are these services for?
Aged Residential Care facilities, rest homes, retirement villages and long-term care providers looking for dietitian-led support with nutrition, compliance, resident care or staff education.
What’s included in a menu audit?
A full review of your current menu against NZ guidelines, with a written report, practical recommendations and a summary for audit purposes.
Can you assess individual residents?
Yes. I provide in-depth, resident-specific assessments for weight loss, wounds, swallowing difficulties, constipation and other concerns.
Do you offer training for our staff?
Absolutely. I offer tailored, in-service nutrition education designed to be engaging, practical and time-respectful.
What locations do you cover?
I’m based in Auckland and provide in-person services across the region. Telehealth support is available where suitable.
Let’s strengthen your care with expert nutrition support
Compliance doesn’t have to be stressful—and resident care doesn’t have to be guesswork. Let’s work together to make nutrition a strength in your facility.
Terryn Choat Dietitian
Helping older adults stay independent, healthy and well-fed—one personalised nutrition plan at a time.
Why don’t you see testimonials here?
As a registered dietitian, I’m not permitted to use client testimonials under New Zealand law. I’m regulated by the Dietitians Board and take part in ongoing competency training to ensure I provide safe, evidence-based care. If you have any questions or want to know more about how I work, I’d love to talk.