Nutrition Care at Home

Nutrition Care at Home

At CareNest Nursing Care Services, we understand that proper nutrition plays a vital role in maintaining health and well-being, particularly for patients requiring specialized dietary support. Our Home Nutrition Care Services are designed to provide personalized assistance, ensuring patients receive the nourishment they need—whether through regular meals or tube feeding (NGT or PEG tube)—in the comfort of their home.

Comprehensive Nutritional Assessment

Our trained healthcare professionals conduct detailed nutritional assessments, including:

• Monitoring appetite, food preferences, and allergies

• Tracking intake and output levels, weight, and height

• Measuring body proportions, including head, arms, abdomen, and skin fold thickness

• Assessing skin health, hydration, and overall condition

• Evaluating dental and oral health, including any issues such as gum disease, loose teeth, or nutritional deficiencies

Personalized Nutritional Support

Our professional nurses and caregivers provide specialized interventions, including:

• Assisting patients who cannot feed themselves and ensuring proper intake

• Recording and reporting abnormal food consumption patterns for medical follow-up

• Supplementing nourishment when required and offering fluids between meals

• Ensuring food is presented attractively, promoting a comfortable mealtime experience

• Providing hygiene support, including handwashing and oral care before and after meals

• Tube feeding administration, following medical guidelines and individualized nutritional plans

• Adjusting diets for patients with specific health conditions, including obesity or restrictive dietary needs

Quality Care and Expected Outcomes

Our goal is to ensure patients achieve optimal nutritional health, characterized by:

• Maintenance of a healthy body mass index (BMI)

• Adequate intake of essential nutrients and hydration

• Reduction of gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, or constipation

• Improved overall well-being through proper nutrition

At CareNest, we are committed to providing professional and compassionate home nutrition care, tailored to each patient’s needs. Whether managing chronic conditions, post-surgical recovery, or specialized feeding requirements , our team ensures the highest standards of care.