"Standard" or "Main" Patient Menu

The menu for patients on the wards is cyclic based on a one week rotation with a continental breakfast, a "light lunch" which is comprised of soup, an entree style hot choice, a selection of sandwiches or a salad and the evening meal which includes 3 hot menu items or a mixed sandwich. Each meal contains a beverage and dessert selection as well as accompaniments such as bread.

Mid-meal beverages are provided for Morning Tea, Afternoon Tea and Supper.

Long Stay Menu

An à la carte style of menu is available in addition to the standard menu for patients who have been in hospital for longer than 3 weeks and are having some difficulty with the standard menu.

This menu is also used for special diets, in particular high protein/energy diets.

Special Diets

The following special diets are required on a regular basis :

Diabetic Full Fluid Modified Protein Low Sodium Low Fat (with or without MCT oil) Non Chew Elimination Vegetarian

Diabetic Soft Clear Fluids Modified Potassium Low Cholesterol High Protein/High Energy Vitamised Gluten Free Asian

With the exception of High Protein/Energy diets and Clear Fluids all the special diets have a one week menu rotation (including main meal items, vegetables and dessert) integrated as much as possible with the main menu.

No Added Salt , Soft and Light diets are provided from the General Menu