Sutherland Food Services

20/08/2026

We’re pleased to share that the Commonwealth Home Support Programme transition to Support at Home has been extended to 2029 providing greater certainty for CHSP services and the people who rely on them.

For Sutherland Food Services, this means we can continue our focus on what matters most — **providing nutritious meals, connection and support to older people across the Sutherland Shire.

Our meal service plays an important role in helping older people remain independent, healthy and connected in their own homes.

We know there has been considerable uncertainty around the future of CHSP and the transition to Support at Home. This extension provides valuable breathing space for providers, volunteers and, most importantly, our customers.

We’ll continue to keep our customers and community updated as further information becomes available.

Here’s to continuing to deliver good food, good health and good connections in our community!

The CHSP has been extended from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2027.

18/08/2026

EAT WELL, LIVE WELL – FREE NUTRITION SEMINAR

Sutherland Food Services is excited to support Sutherland Shire Council’s Eat Well Live Well Seminar on Tuesday 8 September from 10.00am to 12.00pm at Kirrawee Library.

Our Chef, Sylvia, will be conducting an interactive nutrition workshop covering:

🥗 Practical healthy eating tips
🍽️ Simple and nutritious meal ideas
💰 Affordable ways to eat well
💡 Practical tips to support healthy ageing and wellbeing

It’s a great opportunity to learn, ask questions and discover simple ways to make healthy eating easier and more enjoyable.

📅 Tuesday 8 September 2026
⏰ 10.00am – 12.00pm
📍 Kirrawee Library

Places are limited, so registration is essential. 📞 Please contact Sutherland Shire Council directly on 9710 0333 to register.
We look forward to seeing you there! 💚

12/08/2026

Sutherland Food Services is proud to be externally accredited by Nutrition Professionals Australia, confirming that our service meets the requirements of the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards. This independent accreditation reflects our commitment to providing safe, balanced and nutritious meals that support the health and wellbeing of older Australians. Each meal is delivered personally by our trained volunteers, whose visits offer more than just food – they provide a friendly face, conversation, and a wellbeing check to help you feel supported, connected and cared for.

15/07/2026

Thank You for Your Wonderful Feedback!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who took the time to complete our recent Customer Satisfaction Survey. We are delighted with the results and incredibly grateful for your kind words. Your feedback helps us continue to improve our service and ensure we are providing meals and support that make a real difference.

Here are just a few of the highlights:
92% of customers are satisfied or very satisfied with the quality of our meals.
100% rated our staff and volunteers as Excellent.
96% are very satisfied with our delivery service.
96% said our meal portion sizes are just right.
96% found ordering easy or very easy.

We're also pleased to hear how much our customer base value the convenience of having nutritious meals delivered to their home, along with the friendly faces of our dedicated volunteers. Suggestions are just as important as compliments. We'll be exploring more meal variety, additional high-protein options and sharing practical nutrition tips in the months ahead as part of our commitment to continuous improvement.

To our wonderful customers, volunteers and staff—thank you. Together, we're helping older Australians across the Sutherland Shire enjoy nutritious meals while remaining healthy, independent and connected at home. We appreciate your trust and look forward to continuing to serve our community.

07/07/2026

We're Proud to Share Some Exciting News!

Sutherland Food Services is delighted to announce that we have been externally accredited by Nutrition Professionals Australia, confirming that our meals meet the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.

This accreditation reflects our ongoing commitment to providing nutritious, high-quality meals that support the health and wellbeing of older people in our community.

But what truly sets us apart is that we're much more than a meal delivery service. Every delivery is made with care by our wonderful team of friendly volunteers, who provide a warm smile, a friendly chat and a personal connection at the door. For many of our customers, that regular visit is just as important as the meal itself.
At Sutherland Food Services, we're proud to deliver:

• Nutritious quality assured meals
• A personalised service tailored to individual needs
• Friendly volunteer delivery direct to your door
• Support that helps people remain independent in their own homes

Thank you to our incredible staff, volunteers and supporters who make this possible every day. Together, we're nourishing our community—one meal and one friendly visit at a time.

25/06/2026

A sincere thank you to the residents of Woolooware Shores who joined us for our recent Nutrition and Wellbeing Session presented by Sylvia Jersek.

It was wonderful to see so many people interested in learning more about maintaining good health and wellbeing through food and lifestyle choices.

The session explored a range of topics including healthy eating principles, nutritional requirements as we age, hydration, meal planning, and practical tips to support overall wellbeing and independence.

We hope everyone found the information helpful and enjoyed the opportunity to ask questions and share experiences. Thank you again for your enthusiastic participation and engagement.

We look forward to hosting more informative sessions in the future! "Together, we can make healthy eating enjoyable, achievable, and an important part of living well at every age.

10/06/2026

Your Safety at Home Matters

At Sutherland Food Services, we are committed to supporting not only your nutritional wellbeing but also your safety and independence at home.

As part of this commitment, we would like to share information about a valuable free service offered by Fire and Rescue NSW.

Free Home Fire Safety Visits
Fire and Rescue NSW offers free Home Fire Safety Visits to help ensure residents are protected by working smoke alarms.
During a visit, firefighters will:
• Check that smoke alarms are installed and working correctly.
• Replace smoke alarm batteries if required.
• Install a long-life battery-powered smoke alarm free of charge if one is not already installed.
• Provide practical fire safety advice tailored to your home.
This service is particularly beneficial for:
• Older people aged 65 years and over.
• People living alone.
• Individuals with mobility or health concerns.
• Anyone who may need assistance maintaining smoke alarms.

Why Smoke Alarms Are Important
A working smoke alarm provides early warning in the event of a fire, giving you valuable time to respond safely. Smoke alarms are one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect yourself and your home.

How to Request a Free Visit
You can request a Home Fire Safety Visit by contacting Fire and Rescue NSW directly or by visiting their website:

A safety visit can assist in helping you reduce the risk of an accidental fire in the home and safely escape it.

21/05/2026

As part of National Volunteer Week we would like to say a heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible volunteer delivery team.

Rain, hail or shine, our volunteers are out on the road delivering meals, friendly smiles and caring conversations to our customers throughout the community.

What may seem like a simple meal delivery often means so much more — a welfare check, a moment of connection, and reassurance that someone cares.

Your kindness, dedication and generosity make a real difference every single day, and we are so grateful for everything you do.

Thank you for being the heart of our service and helping us support older members of our community to remain independent at home.

14/05/2026

☕🍰 The Café Range Has Landed! 🍽️✨

We are excited to launch our NEW Menu and Café Range, packed with delicious new options, fresh flavours and café-style favourites!

Whether you are looking for a hearty meal, a light lunch, a sweet treat or something easy and convenient, there is now even more choice to enjoy.

Our new range has been carefully created to bring greater variety, quality and enjoyment to mealtimes — all while continuing to support healthy and independent living.

We can’t wait for everyone to try the new selections and discover some new favourites!

Jump on the website www.sutherlandfoodservices.com.au or call us on 1300 637 301 and make an order which will be personally delivered to your door.

Our chefs prepare healthy meals while our volunteers deliver each healthy meal to homes across the Sutherland Shire and offer support to those who need it.

22/04/2026

The Hon Mark Butler MP, Minister for Health and Ageing, will officially announce today that support with showering, dressing and continence management will move into the 'Clinical Care' category of Support at Home, fully removing co-contributions under the Support at Home program. These changes will be effective from 1 October 2026.

Older Australians will no longer face out-of-pocket costs for ‘essential personal care’. This means that these essential services will be fully funded by government.

If you have a Support at Home Package, we recommend discussing with our package provider.