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Standard 6
Food and Nutrition
Standard 6 recognises food, drink and the dining experience as central to health, dignity and quality of life — including partnering with older people on menus, meeting nutritional and hydration needs, and managing risks such as malnutrition and swallowing difficulties.
Plain-language interpretation coming soon
We publish a new outcome interpretation each week. Standard 6: Food and Nutrition is on the list — check back shortly, or start with the Standards we’ve already covered.
General information only, reflecting the interpretation of Umbrella Aged Care’s GPs. Not legal or compliance advice. Always rely on the official Standards and guidance from the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission at agedcarequality.gov.au.