Meals.
Nourishing support that helps you eat well and feel your best.
Mealtimes are an important part of daily life — they bring comfort, routine, and the nourishment your body needs to stay healthy.
Our meal support services are designed to make eating well easier, whether you prefer to cook at home, need help preparing ingredients, or rely on ready‑made meals delivered to your door.
We work alongside you in a way that supports independence, respects your preferences, and ensures you have access to safe, enjoyable, and culturally appropriate food.
Meal Support Services Include:
Meal Delivery
Nutritious, ready‑to‑heat meals, soups, and desserts delivered to your home.
Meal Preparation Assistance
Help with planning, chopping, peeling, cooking, and safe food handling.
Dietary Modifications
Meals tailored for medical conditions, swallowing difficulties, cultural or religious needs, or personal preferences.
Kitchen Support
Light assistance with organising ingredients, preparing snacks, and ensuring food is stored safely.
Services Exclude:
Meal services do not include:
- The cost of ingredients or groceries
- Takeaway or restaurant food delivery
- Meal preparation for other people living in your home
- Catering or large‑scale meal preparation
- Deep cleaning of kitchen appliances or heavy kitchen tasks
How This Service Can Help.
Meal support can make daily life easier by helping you:
- Stay well‑nourished with meals that suit your health needs and preferences
- Prepare food safely when tasks like chopping or lifting pots have become difficult
- Enjoy meals that reflect your culture, beliefs, or dietary requirements
- Maintain independence by cooking together with a Support Worker
- Reduce the stress of planning, shopping, or preparing meals on your own
- Access meals that are the right texture and temperature for your needs
Whether you prefer hands‑on support in the kitchen or the convenience of delivered meals, we help ensure you have food that is safe, appetising, and aligned with your wellbeing goals.
Culturally Sensitive Care.
Food is deeply personal — it reflects culture, identity, tradition, and comfort.
At Cura, we honour this by:
- Supporting meals that align with your cultural or religious practices
- Respecting traditional cooking methods and preferred ingredients
- Matching you with Support Workers who understand your cultural background or language where possible
- Ensuring dietary needs are communicated clearly to meal providers
Our goal is to make mealtimes feel familiar, respectful, and meaningful.
Find out more about Multicultural Aged Care.
How Can I Access This Service?
Meal support can be accessed through:
Your My Aged Care assessor will determine your eligibility and the type of meal support you can receive. You can also choose to access meal services as a self‑funded option at any time.
FAQ's.
Can Meal Supports be tailored to my dietary needs?
Yes. Meals can be adapted for medical conditions, swallowing difficulties, cultural requirements, or personal preferences.
Will a Support Worker cook with me or for me?
Both options are available. You can cook together, or your Support Worker can assist with preparation and safety while you stay involved as much as you wish.
Do I need to pay for the ingredients?
Yes. Government-funded programs subsidise the service, but the cost of ingredients is paid by you.
Can I receive meal delivery and meal preparation support at the same time?
Absolutely. Many people use a combination of delivered meals and in‑home preparation to suit their routine.
What if I have difficulty swallowing or need texture‑modified meals?
We can support you with specially prepared meals that meet your clinical or dietary requirements, ensuring safety and comfort at mealtimes.
Getting Started with Cura.
We’re here to make arranging meal support simple, personal, and reassuring. When you get in touch, our Care Partner team will take the time to understand your preferences, health needs, cultural considerations, and the way you like to enjoy your meals.
For some funding types, a dietetic assessment is required before meal services can begin. Cura has an in‑house Dietitian who can guide you through this process and help ensure your meal supports align with your nutritional needs and personal preferences.
Call 1800 941 212 to chat with our team about meal services, dietitian support, and nutrition care.
