A monograph developed by The Joint Commission for use by hospitals to assess aspects of communication, cultural competence, and patient- and family-centered care within their organization, including identifying and monitoring patient's dietary needs or restrictions in relation to cultural, religious or spiritual beliefs.

A summary of guidelines for patients, families and caregivers on the diagnosis and management of food allergies from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, US Department of Health and Human Services, National Institute of Health.

  2011-09-01 – Practice Guideline

A collection of websites related to eating together.

This knowledge translation casebook from the Bloorview Research Institute is a “compilation of best evidence and practice to assist healthcare professionals in having positive conversation about weight-related issues with children and their families.”

  2018-10-23 – Manual/Guide

Three summary sheets sharing key findings and recommendations from a research study called Making the Most of Mealtimes (M3) from the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging. The study explored what residents living in long-term care eat and drink, and what factors promote better nutrition. Topics are: Dining Rooms, Food and Beverages, and Menus.

  2019-12-16 – Handout

Canada Food Guide resources in French from Health Canada including a food guide snapshot, recipes and publications for consumers and dietary guidelines, downloadable resources and evidence to support Canada’s food guide for professionals.

  2019-01-23 – Professional Education Tools

A practice paper (CFCA Paper No. 55) from the Australian Government, Child Family Community Australia describing the prevalence, experience and impact of food insecurity in Australia in populations most at risk.

  2022-10-19 – Topic Overview

A collection of website related to 22q11.2 deletion syndrome (22q11.2DS).

     2017-03-09 – Website

Cyber Carbs is a 10-module online course for health professionals in Australia developed by the Type 1 Diabetes Family Centre team in consultation with leading diabetes clinicians and community members. Fee required for access.

  2020-12-17 – Course

Canada Food Guide resources from Health Canada which include a food guide snapshot, recipes and publications for consumers and dietary guidelines, downloadable resources and evidence to support Canada’s food guide for professionals.

  2019-01-23 – Professional Education Tools