Specialist Dietitian Services
for Older Adults.

Nutrition Coaching for Carers.

JO PANNABECKER
NZ Registered Dietitian

Nutrition needs change as we age

Living well in older age relies on being able to maintain good health, and good health is driven by good nutrition.

Ageing changes what we need from our diets.

Sometimes we get to choose those changes; sometimes we don’t.

This is especially true with health conditions like dysphagia, diabetes, COPD, heart disease, dementia, and Parkinson’s Disease.

Health goals and challenges shift as we grow older, and our diet needs to adjust along with them.

This does not mean we are doing something ‘wrong’, but rather that we are investing in our best health by keeping up with our changing needs.

We all need to change up our food choices as we age, to stay healthy, hold off frailty, and maintain our independence.

But dietary changes need to be meaningful and enjoyable, and not just clinical good practice.

And that’s where I can help.

I help by offering:

To help solve specific nutrition concerns or challenges, such as poor appetite, weight loss, constipation/diarrhea, underhydration, bloating/pain after eating, difficulty with chewing or swallowing
Individualised nutrition education for chronic health conditions such as dysphagia, diabetes, COPD, heart disease, diarrhoea and constipation, dementia, and Parkinson’s, as well as others
Resources and advice for adult children supporting their parents to remain independent in their own homes
Upskilling in the general nutritional needs for elders
Practical problem solving to produce inclusive family meals.

Book an appointment with me

Clinic hours are 9-1pm Wednesdays at 580 Remuera Rd, Remuera, Auckland.

Book Your Appointment

FOR CARERS:
Help your elder thrive with the right nutrition

I want to help you care for your elder confidently.

I can do that by offering tailored nutrition plans and specialised coaching to meet the nutritional needs of your elder and your situation.

I offer ongoing support, resources and upskilling to ensure you are confident in the care you are giving your elder.

Find out more

Hi, I’m Jo.

You deserve easy access to nutrition coaching and support to help keep your elder safely independent and enjoying being at home.

Having a knowledgeable, skilled and supportive professional companion to help you get the right nutrition information to shop, prepare and cook for elderly whanāu can make all the difference.

I help by offering

Strategic nutrition support for elders to remain independent
Training on the nutritional needs for elders
Practical problem solving to produce inclusive family meals
Nutrition education for chronic health conditions including dysphagia, diabetes, COPD, heart disease, diarrhoea and constipation, dementia, and Parkinson’s.