<![CDATA[The Assisted Feed]]>Whether you're working in aged care, healthcare food services, hospital catering, nutrition, or hospitality management, The Assisted Feed delivers the insights you need to stay informed and inspired. Hosted by Letetia and Pete, this weekly podcast dives into the challenges, opportunities, and innovations shaping food service and hospitality in healthcare. Discover practical tips, industry knowledge, expert interviews, and success stories that help create better outcomes for residents, patients, and care teams.

]]>https://www.theassistedfeed.com.auRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Fri, 13 Nov 2026 04:49:01 GMTSat, 24 Oct 2026 00:25:16 GMT60Peter Herring<p>Whether you're working in <b><strong>aged care, healthcare food services, hospital catering, nutrition, or hospitality management</strong></b>, <b><strong>The Assisted Feed</strong></b> delivers the insights you need to stay informed and inspired. Hosted by <b><strong>Letetia and Pete</strong></b>, this weekly podcast dives into the challenges, opportunities, and innovations shaping food service and hospitality in healthcare. Discover practical tips, industry knowledge, expert interviews, and success stories that help create better outcomes for residents, patients, and care teams.</p>episodicPeter Herringpeter@theassistedfeed.com.auno<![CDATA[Episode 1: Why We Started, The Assisted Feed | Building a Community in Aged Care Hospitality]]>Why The Assisted Feed Exists

What does great hospitality look like in aged care and hospitals, and why is it so important?

In the very first episode of The Assisted Feed, hosts Letetia and Pete share the story behind the podcast and their passion for improving aged care hospitality, healthcare food services, and hospital catering. Drawing on decades of industry experience, they discuss the unique challenges facing aged care and healthcare providers, from nutrition and dining experiences to workforce pressures and changing resident expectations.

You'll hear personal stories from the front line, insights into the realities of hospitality in healthcare, and a candid discussion about why building a stronger community across the sector matters now more than ever.

Whether you're a chef, food service manager, dietitian, hospitality leader, aged care executive, or healthcare professional, this episode provides valuable perspectives on creating better experiences for residents, patients, and care teams.

🎙️ In this episode:

  • Why Letetia and Pete launched The Assisted Feed
  • The biggest challenges facing aged care hospitality today
  • Lessons learned from years working in healthcare food services
  • The importance of community, collaboration, and knowledge sharing
  • What listeners can expect from future episodes

Subscribe to The Assisted Feed for weekly conversations on aged care food service, healthcare hospitality, nutrition, leadership, innovation, and best practices that help improve outcomes for residents and patients.

]]>https://theassistedfeed.com.au/b3d42a09-5eb9-42e0-9c54-55e279ccfa73Tue, 10 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT<p>Why The Assisted Feed Exists</p><p><b><strong>What does great hospitality look like in aged care and hospitals, and why is it so important?</strong></b></p><p>In the very first episode of <b><strong>The Assisted Feed</strong></b>, hosts <b><strong>Letetia and Pete</strong></b> share the story behind the podcast and their passion for improving <b><strong>aged care hospitality, healthcare food services, and hospital catering</strong></b>. Drawing on decades of industry experience, they discuss the unique challenges facing aged care and healthcare providers, from nutrition and dining experiences to workforce pressures and changing resident expectations.</p><p>You'll hear personal stories from the front line, insights into the realities of hospitality in healthcare, and a candid discussion about why building a stronger community across the sector matters now more than ever.</p><p>Whether you're a <b><strong>chef, food service manager, dietitian, hospitality leader, aged care executive, or healthcare professional</strong></b>, this episode provides valuable perspectives on creating better experiences for residents, patients, and care teams.</p><p>🎙️ In this episode:</p><ul><li>Why Letetia and Pete launched <i><em>The Assisted Feed</em></i></li><li>The biggest challenges facing aged care hospitality today</li><li>Lessons learned from years working in healthcare food services</li><li>The importance of community, collaboration, and knowledge sharing</li><li>What listeners can expect from future episodes</li></ul><p><b><strong>Subscribe to The Assisted Feed</strong></b> for weekly conversations on aged care food service, healthcare hospitality, nutrition, leadership, innovation, and best practices that help improve outcomes for residents and patients.</p>no00:17:261Episode 1: Why We Started, The Assisted Feed | Building a Community in Aged Care Hospitalityfull<![CDATA[ Episode 3: Increasing Resident Choice in Aged Care | Simple Ideas That Make a Big Difference]]> In this episode, Pete and Letitia explore five practical ways to enhance choice and independence for residents in aged care facilities, emphasizing realistic and achievable strategies.



]]>https://theassistedfeed.com.au/86061eae-473e-48ec-913d-b954c8742456Tue, 10 Nov 2026 23:22:17 GMT<p> In this episode, Pete and Letitia explore five practical ways to enhance choice and independence for residents in aged care facilities, emphasizing realistic and achievable strategies.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>no00:18:013 Episode 3: Increasing Resident Choice in Aged Care | Simple Ideas That Make a Big Differencefull<![CDATA[Episode 2: Equipment Maintenance in Aged Care | Food Safety, Combi Ovens & Preventing Breakdowns]]>This conversation delves into the critical aspects of equipment maintenance in kitchens, particularly in aged care facilities. The discussion highlights the importance of cleaning, regular maintenance, and proper usage of kitchen equipment to prevent breakdowns and ensure safety. Key topics include the significance of combi ovens, water filtration systems, descaling practices, calibration of thermometers, and the management of dishwashers. The speakers emphasize the need for regular inspections and the involvement of manufacturers' representatives to maintain equipment longevity and efficiency. This conversation delves into the critical aspects of equipment maintenance in aged care facilities, focusing on effective practices for dishwashing, sanitization, and chemical use. It emphasizes the importance of environmental considerations and the need for a structured maintenance checklist. The discussion also highlights the significance of refrigeration maintenance and the science behind how refrigeration works, providing insights into best practices for ensuring hygiene and safety in food service operations.

]]>https://theassistedfeed.com.au/0483c990-e213-48e9-bb99-0d2afb9ae39bTue, 10 Nov 2026 23:15:15 GMT<p>This conversation delves into the critical aspects of equipment maintenance in kitchens, particularly in aged care facilities. The discussion highlights the importance of cleaning, regular maintenance, and proper usage of kitchen equipment to prevent breakdowns and ensure safety. Key topics include the significance of combi ovens, water filtration systems, descaling practices, calibration of thermometers, and the management of dishwashers. The speakers emphasize the need for regular inspections and the involvement of manufacturers' representatives to maintain equipment longevity and efficiency. This conversation delves into the critical aspects of equipment maintenance in aged care facilities, focusing on effective practices for dishwashing, sanitization, and chemical use. It emphasizes the importance of environmental considerations and the need for a structured maintenance checklist. The discussion also highlights the significance of refrigeration maintenance and the science behind how refrigeration works, providing insights into best practices for ensuring hygiene and safety in food service operations.</p>no00:32:502Episode 2: Equipment Maintenance in Aged Care | Food Safety, Combi Ovens & Preventing Breakdownsfull