We aim to empower Queensland and Northern Territory residential aged care facilities and respite services with skills, knowledge and confidence to promote and support optimal nutrition for their residents.
As Queensland’s most experienced community nutrition organisation, we are a trusted source of nutrition information, staffed by a team of skilled, compassionate professionals. We identify client needs, develop creative and innovative solutions and deliver sustainable outcomes.
All assessments are completed and reviewed by Accredited Practising Dietitians (APDs) experienced in aged care.
We support aged care facilities in managing malnutrition and other nutrition related issues.
We can visit your facility to conduct workshops and in-services specifically tailored to meet your needs.
Delicious and nourishing meal and snack ideas for your menu with nutrition information and tips.
Concise and accurate nutrition and food safety information for nursing, food service and care staff.
Nutritional supplements and thickeners for when additional nutrition support is required.
Developed for carers and cooks to help them gain inspiration for preparing nourishing finger food meals and snacks to support better health and wellbeing for people living with dementia.
Nourishing Nibbles – For people living with dementia
Main and mid-meal recipes | Small and large serves | Core Food Group information
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Discounts on Menu AssessmentsReceive discounts on our comprehensive menu assessments completed and reviewed by Accredited Practising Dietitians |
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Discounts on Individual Resident ConsultationsBenefit from long-term cost savings with discounts on our hourly rate for individual dietetic consultations and reviews |
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Discounts on Workshops and TrainingDiscuss the needs of your facility with us to tailor a customised nutrition workshop for your staff |
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Discounts on our Feeding Supplements ServiceReceive a 2.5% discount when you order from our range of nutritional supplements |
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Subscription to ACNAS E-NewslettersMonthly E-Newsletters providing you with up-to-date information, professional development and training opportunities, recipes, activities and more! |
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Access to qualified dietitians for supportGet FREE advice over the phone or via email from our qualified dietitians experienced in aged care |
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Access to resources including our cookbook “Nourishing Nibbles” – For people living with dementiaOur finger food cookbook to enhance independence for those living with dementia |
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Online training – Receive free access for one person for ACNAS subscribersCompetitively priced online training and learning opportunities, covering a broad range of topics |
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Access to subscribers-only area of our websiteFree access to the subscribers-only section of our ACNAS website. Including access to resources and fact sheets, recipes, new nutrition news and training opportunities |
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Access to nutrition postersFood Safety posters are available to purchase from NAQ Nutrition |
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NAQ Nutrition’s Aged Care Nutrition Advisory Service (ACNAS) commenced its work in Queensland in 1994. Aimed at residential aged care facilities and respite services, ACNAS provides carers for the aged with accurate, up-to-date and practical nutrition information and support via a wide range of resources and services.
Our ACNAS services are available to subscribers in Queensland and the Northern Territory.
Dietitian/Nutritionist APD
Bachelor Health Science (Nutrition & Dietetics)
Loretta looks after our ACNAS program, providing advice and support for residential aged care facilities to assist them in meeting the nutritional requirements of their residents. Loretta coordinates individual resident consultations, workshops and in-services, prepares practical resources for subscribers and reviews and completes menu assessments alongside our Accredited Practising Dietitians. She is passionate about making sure people living in aged care have access to meals which are nourishing, delicious and evoke positive spirits and memories.
For further information about our services, download a copy of the ACNAS Services List or contact our Queensland office.
Office hours:
Mon – Fri 9:00am – 4:00 pm
Ph: (07) 3257 4393
Email: [email protected]
