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  • Raising the standard in aged care

    Raising the standard in aged care


    In this special episode for National Diabetes Week, we’re joined by dietitian, diabetes educator and self-proclaimed tech nerd, Amy Rush. With over a decade of experience, Amy shares how dietitians can confidently navigate the ever-changing world of diabetes technology to deliver more personalised care.

    Hosted by Brooke Delfino

    Biography

    Amy Rush is an experienced dietitian and diabetes educator with a passion for improving the lives of people living with type 1 diabetes. As Clinical Director of the Type 1 Diabetes Family Centre, she brings over a decade of expertise to her work, combining evidence-based care with a deeply personalised approach. A recognised leader in therapeutic carbohydrate reduction, Amy was a lead author of the 2024 international Therapeutic Carbohydrate Reduction (TCR) guidelines. She’s known for helping people fine-tune the food-insulin relationship using tech like CGMs and pumps, and continues to educate healthcare professionals on practical, person-centred strategies for optimising diabetes care.

     

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • The evolution of diabetes tech (CGMs, insulin pumps and beyond)
    • Using CGM data to tailor nutrition advice
    • Supporting behaviour change and avoiding tech overwhelm
    • Access, equity and future trends in diabetes care

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  • Raising the standard in aged care

    Raising the standard in aged care


    With the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards coming into effect on 1st November 2025, dietitians are more central than ever to aged care quality. In this episode, we’re joined by Louise Murray, APD and Principal Consultant at Nosh Dietitians Co. to unpack what’s changing and how dietitians can step confidently into their evolving roles. Louise explores how we can use our seat at the table to advocate, influence foodservice, and bridge the gap between clinical and catering. From screening to resident feedback loops and 24/7 snack access models, this episode is packed with practical takeaways.

    Hosted by Rebecca Sparrowhawk

    Biography

    Louise Murray is an Accredited Practising Dietitian, specialising in aged care nutrition and food services. She started her career in the hospital setting, but through family connections she started assessing menus in residential aged care 6 months after graduating. This ignited her mission to remove party pies and sausage rolls from aged care menus, and to improve food quality for older people over the past 23 years. Louise’s consultancy Nosh Dietitians specialises in consulting to aged care organisations, seeing clients in the community and mentoring dietitians to become leaders in aged care nutrition.

     

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • What FPIES is and how it differs from other food allergies
    • Recognise the dietitian’s role in diagnosis, nutrition support and care planning
    • Explore approaches to feeding challenges and supporting parent confidence
    • Gain practical guidance for safe and structured food reintroduction

    Additional resources

    • Click here to learn more about Dairy Farmers High Protein milk
    • To connect with your colleagues, join our Australian Aged Care Dietitians LinkedIn Group
    • Connect with Louise Murray on LinkedIn or via her website

     

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  • Clinical dietetics to aged care leadership

    Clinical dietetics to aged care leadership


    Charlene Grosse is a WA-based dietitian whose impressive career journey has taken her from clinical roles to senior leadership in aged care. Now, as General Manager of Residential Care, Charlene is focused on improving the quality of care in aged care settings, with expertise in service development, team leadership and regulatory compliance. In this episode, she shares her career evolution, the challenges of stepping into leadership, and and how she sees the recent aged care reforms affecting the day-to-day role of dietitians in this space. Whether you’re considering a career change or looking to navigate the evolving aged care landscape, Charlene’s story will offer plenty of inspiration and practical takeaways.

    Hosted by Rebecca Sparrowhawk

    Biography

    Charlene Grosse is a dedicated healthcare leader who has an impressive path in the health sector since her graduation as a dietitian in 2001. Beginning her career in clinical dietetics within a large private hospital, Charlene quickly advanced to allied health service development overseeing a variety of allied health services. With a wealth of leadership and management experience, she has successfully built and led high-performing teams, navigated complex health funding structures, managed patient length-of-stay, and ensured compliance with quality accreditation standards. Charlene holds a Master’s in Healthcare Management and is nearing completion of her PhD research, focusing on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Recently, she took on a new challenge as General Manager in residential aged care, where her commitment to growth and development, driving positive change, and making a difference in the lives of others reflects her dedication to quality care.

     

    In this episode, we discuss:​

    • The key skills that have supported Charlene’s transition into senior roles
    • How transitioning from hospitals to aged care shifted Charlene’s approach to patient care
    • Insights into the latest aged care reforms and how they will impact dietitians​​

    The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see  here  for terms and conditions.


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