The NACC to host virtual seminars

The NACC is hosting a series of virtual seminars to support its members and the care catering sector throughout the current pandemic, with the first taking place tomorrow.

Entitled ‘Can food be thy medicine?’, the seminar will see various experts discussing how food can assist in the fight against Covid-19. Speakers will include Jacqueline Dennis, care inspectorate, Evelyn Newman and Alison Moyneux, NHS dieticians and Dr Elizabeth Boaden, chair of IDDSI UK.

The other confirmed seminars are:

Virtual speed dating with the NACC on 26th November
NACC’s premier partners and suppliers will present their latest products, services and solutions in just 180 seconds. The bite-sized presentations will be grouped into blocks, with activity breaks throughout.

Catering for special dietary requirements in the care setting on 28th January
Discussions will be had on diabetes, vegetarian and vegan options, coeliac and restructuring foods to finger food, along with top hydration tips.

“The care catering sector has worked tirelessly and selflessly throughout the Covid-19 pandemic,” says Sue Cawthray, national chair of the NACC. “As our members and the wider care catering sector continue to face unprecedented challenges, we’re committed to helping everyone navigate the next phase of the pandemic by giving them access to the right information, connections and expert support through our virtual seminars.”

Each seminar costs just £5 to attend and is open to both NACC members and non-members. For more information and to book a place, click here.