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Beyond the Plate: Closing the Nutritional Gap For Disability Care

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About

This comprehensive online program is designed to upskill support workers in group homes (SIL and SDA) who care for participants with intellectual disabilities, mental health challenges, or neurodiverse needs. It addresses the common challenge of inconsistent nutrition practices, often caused by diverse cultural approaches to food and high staff turnover, which can disrupt meal plan implementation. Participants in group homes frequently face health concerns such as diabetes, high cholesterol, and weight management issues—conditions that require personalized, ongoing nutrition support. What You’ll Gain: This program equips support workers with essential nutrition knowledge and practical tools to confidently apply dietitian recommendations. It breaks down the science behind healthy eating into easy-to-understand concepts, providing evidence-based guidance that: ✅ Promotes consistent messaging across shifts and staff teams ✅ Supports informed, day-to-day meal choices aligned with participants’ health needs ✅ Enhances the overall wellbeing of participants through better nutrition Program Details: 📅 Duration: Complete the program at your own pace within 12 months 💡 Format: Interactive, self-paced online modules with practical resources Empower yourself to make a meaningful difference—supporting participants’ health, independence, and quality of life through confident, consistent nutrition practices.

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A$250.00
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