Nutritious Meals, Prepared With Care
Home-cooked meals tailored to your dietary needs and cultural preferences.
What this service includes
Meal planning
Working with you to plan meals you enjoy that meet your nutritional needs.
Cooking at home
Your carer prepares fresh meals in your kitchen using your preferred ingredients.
Batch cooking
Prepare multiple meals at once so you have nutritious options throughout the week.
Special diets
Diabetic, low-sodium, soft food, cultural, and allergy-friendly meals.
Grocery shopping
Help with shopping lists and trips to the supermarket or local markets.
Kitchen safety
Monitoring safe use of appliances and keeping the kitchen clean and organised.
Who this service is for
- Older adults who find cooking difficult due to mobility or fatigue
- People with dietary requirements that need careful meal planning
- Those at risk of malnutrition or unintentional weight loss
- Anyone who misses having a proper home-cooked meal
How it supports safety and independence
Nutrition Monitoring
Carers observe eating habits and flag any concerns about appetite or weight changes.
Meals You Enjoy
We cook what you like, not what’s easiest. Your preferences always come first.
Social Mealtimes
Sharing a meal with your carer can turn lunch into the highlight of the day.
How funding applies to this service
Support at Home
Meal preparation is covered under the Support at Home program as part of your daily living support allocation.
Private / Self-funded
Book regular meal prep sessions or combine with other domestic services for a comprehensive package.
Why families choose Montessori Care
Cultural sensitivity
Our diverse team can prepare meals from many cultural traditions, Greek, Italian, Chinese, Vietnamese, and more.
Montessori approach
Where possible, we cook with you, not just for you, keeping you involved and engaged.
Flexible scheduling
Lunch, dinner, or batch cooking sessions, whatever works for your routine.
Dietary expertise
Carers are trained in basic nutrition and can follow dietitian recommendations.
“Mum hadn’t been eating properly for months. Now her carer cooks her favourite Greek dishes every Tuesday and Thursday. Mum’s put on weight and has so much more energy.”
Daughter of meal preparation client, Canterbury
Ready to get started?
Speak with a local aged care specialist today. No pressure, just a conversation.