Recognising the importance of health and nutrition to the well-being of residents.
We understand that mealtimes are not only about nourishment but also about personal preferences. Residents at Abbey Healthcare enjoy the freedom to choose their seating arrangements, dine with companions, or opt for private dining in quiet areas. Our comprehensive meal information sheets capture individual likes, dislikes, allergies, and any specific requirements, ensuring a tailored and independent dining experience.
Our culinary teams play a pivotal role in providing exceptional care. Every dish on our menu undergoes rigorous nutritional analysis, ensuring a balance of essential elements. Seasonal menu plans, sent out quarterly, come complete with recipes, aiding presentation skills, and promoting a vibrant, healthy dining experience for our residents.
Understanding the sensitivity of eating with dysphagia, we provide privacy options for those who need it. Our commitment to maintaining the full dining experience for residents with dysphagia is reflected in our IDDSI puree levels, visually appealing presentations, and a focus on the overall sensory experience.
We actively welcome feedback from our residents and their families as part of our commitment to continuous improvement. Through our Group Dining Experience Questionnaires, residents and their relatives are encouraged to share their views, helping to shape menus that reflect a wide range of tastes, dietary requirements, and cultural preferences. In addition, we hold regular resident meetings to discuss upcoming seasonal menus, gather new ideas, and gain a deeper understanding of individual preferences.
Our culinary teams receive continuous support through training programs, workshops, and regular updates. From attending IDDSI workshops to maintaining top-tier hygiene and allergen control standards, our chefs are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to provide outstanding care.
Abbey Healthcare is proud of its EHO 5* ratings, a testament to our rigorous cleaning, checks, and audit systems. Our commitment to compliance and culinary excellence is showcased in our Group Catering magazine, which highlights achievements, recipes, and charitable initiatives undertaken by our dedicated teams.
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Food plays a vital role in daily life within a care home. Beyond providing essential nutrition, it offers comfort, familiarity, and a sense of enjoyment that can brighten a resident’s day. Creating meaningful dining experiences is an important part of person-centred care, and one of the most engaging ways to celebrate this is through menu […]
Residents at Aaron Court recently took part in a wonderful live cooking session that celebrated far more than just preparing a meal. The activity brought together creativity, teamwork, and companionship, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere where everyone felt involved and valued. This special session focused on making a comforting leek and potato soup, a […]
This Christmas, Abbey Health Care homes showcased their creativity and baking talents in our much-loved Christmas Cake Competition. From traditional festive flavours to beautifully decorated masterpieces, the standard across all entries was truly impressive. After careful judging, we are delighted to announce our winners: 🥇 1st Place – Abbey Lodge Care Home Abbey Lodge took […]
There’s a special kind of joy that comes from cooking together—the laughter, the shared memories, the delicious aromas floating through the air. This week at Primrose Hill Care Home, our residents experienced all of that and more during a wonderfully lively pizza-making afternoon that quickly became one of the highlights of the month. Rolling, Topping, […]
We’ve rolled our biscuits in demerara sugar for extra crunch. Serve with a cuppa or wrap up in cellophane bags and give as gifts. Yields: 36 servings Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 35 mins Ingredients Allergens: milk (butter), gluten (flour) For the shortbread: 200g unsalted butter, softened 40g icing sugar, […]
For a really good shortbread it is essential to use butter. I like to use semolina as well as flour to give the shortbread crunch, but you can use cornflour or ground rice instead. I have also included a Gluten Free version of this recipe below. Ingredients Allergens: milk (butter), gluten wheat (flour) (semolina) 225g […]
We are absolutely delighted to announce that Abbey Healthcare has been crowned Group Care Home Caterer of the Year 2025—a national accolade that recognises the outstanding dedication, expertise, and teamwork of our catering teams across all 16 of our care homes. Providing some of the best food in UK care homes, our teams work tirelessly to ensure that residents not […]
We are beyond thrilled to announce that Robert, Head Chef at Abbey Dale Court Care Home, has been crowned National Chef of the Year 2025 at the prestigious Great British Care Awards! This incredible achievement is a testament to Robert’s dedication, skill, and passion for creating outstanding meals that enhance the lives of our residents. A […]
We had a fantastic day with our Northern head chefs of Abbey Health Care at Kendal Care Home in Cumbria, where we explored the latest innovations in care catering. The highlight of the session was hands-on training and demonstrations with Jamie Clews from MetCalfe on the new IDDSI All-in-One Care Machine—a groundbreaking addition to our […]
The festive spirit was alive and thriving at Abbey Health Care this season as all 16 of our care homes competed in our exciting Christmas Cake Competition. This annual event is a celebration of creativity, teamwork, and, of course, delicious baking skills! Each care home poured their heart and soul into crafting cakes that were […]
