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Nutrition and Meal Support

Nourishment is care.
We treat it that way.

What your loved one eats shapes how they feel, how they heal, and how they move through every day. We bring thoughtful, informed meal support into the home, guided by the only home care agency in Michigan founded by a credentialed Registered Dietitian.

Dignity-centered approach
Exceptionally trained caregivers
Care without compromise

The only Michigan home care
agency founded by an RD, LD

Nurturing Care Partners was founded by Titilayo (Titi) Ayanwola, MPH, RD, LD, a credentialed Registered and Licensed Dietitian with a Master of Public Health in Human Nutrition from the University of Michigan. That expertise shapes how we think about every meal, every care plan, and every client we serve. Our caregivers are trained with a nutritional awareness that generalist agencies simply cannot match.

MPH
Master of Public Health, Human Nutrition, University of Michigan
RD
Registered Dietitian, active national credential
LD
Licensed Dietitian, Michigan state licensure
BS
Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Texas
"A meal is not just fuel.
It is comfort, routine,
and dignity on a plate."
What this service means to us

For many older adults, mealtimes are one of the last anchors of daily routine. The ritual of a thoughtfully prepared meal, eaten at the right time, with the right foods, in good company, does something that no supplement or clinical intervention fully replicates. It restores normalcy. It signals that someone cares.

Our nutrition and meal support service goes well beyond cooking. Our caregivers are trained to notice when appetite changes, to prepare meals that respect individual dietary needs and health goals, and to create the kind of mealtime experience that genuinely nourishes, not just sustains.

And unlike any other home care agency in Michigan, that training is grounded in the clinical nutritional expertise of our founder.

What we provide

Comprehensive meal support,
informed by nutritional expertise

Every service below is delivered as part of a personalized care plan. Our caregivers do not follow a generic meal template. They follow the individual.

Meal Planning and Preparation
  • Meal planning aligned with individual tastes, health goals, and dietary preferences
  • Fresh meal preparation in the home kitchen using familiar ingredients and recipes
  • Texture-modified meal preparation for individuals with chewing or swallowing needs, following physician or therapist recommendations
  • Culturally sensitive cooking that honors heritage, tradition, and personal preference
  • Snack preparation and portioning to support consistent energy and appetite throughout the day
Grocery, Hydration and Monitoring
  • Grocery shopping and coordination based on the care plan and individual food preferences
  • Pantry organization and food safety monitoring to reduce spoilage and waste
  • Hydration reminders and fluid intake encouragement throughout each visit
  • Appetite and intake observation, with changes reported to family and care coordinator
  • Dietary assessment support in coordination with your healthcare team, not in place of it
Dietary needs we support

Informed support for
a range of dietary needs

Our caregivers support families navigating a wide range of health-related dietary needs. This support is always provided in coordination with your healthcare team, never in place of it.

01
Post-Hospital Recovery
Adequate nutrition after hospitalization is essential to recovery, healing, and reducing the risk of readmission. We prepare nourishing, recovery-supportive meals and monitor appetite and intake changes during the critical weeks following discharge.
02
Diabetes-Related Dietary Needs
For clients managing diabetes, we prepare meals mindful of carbohydrate balance, portion consistency, and meal timing, following the guidance of the client's physician or registered dietitian. We do not provide clinical nutrition therapy or diabetes management.
03
Heart Health and Cardiac Diets
We support clients following physician-recommended cardiac diets by preparing meals that are lower in sodium, saturated fat, and processed ingredients, while remaining delicious, satisfying, and aligned with the individual's personal preferences.
04
Dementia and Appetite Decline
Appetite loss and eating difficulties are common in dementia. Our caregivers are trained to recognize early warning signs, offer meals in gentle and encouraging ways, support preferred foods and familiar routines, and report changes to the family and care team.
05
Weight and Malnutrition Prevention
Unintended weight loss and malnutrition are serious risks for older adults living alone. We prioritize consistent, nourishing meals and snacks, actively monitor intake, and alert families and coordinators when concerning patterns emerge.
06
Swallowing and Texture Needs
For clients with dysphagia or chewing difficulties, we prepare texture-modified meals following the recommendations of the client's physician, speech-language pathologist, or other treating clinician. Safety and dignity are both priorities at every meal.
An important distinction: Nurturing Care Partners provides non-medical home care. Our nutrition and meal support services are not a substitute for clinical nutrition therapy, medical dietary assessment, or treatment prescribed by a licensed healthcare provider. All dietary support is provided in coordination with your healthcare team. Our founder's credentials as an RD, LD inform the standards and training of our agency, and do not constitute a clinical provider relationship.
Caregiver serving nutritious meal to elderly couple at home
What sets us apart

Nutritional awareness that
no other agency can offer

When our founder designed how Nurturing Care Partners approaches nutrition support, she drew on the same clinical training she applied in hospitals and rehabilitation centers. The result is a standard of care that is simply unavailable elsewhere in Michigan home care.

Caregivers trained with clinical nutritional awareness
Our caregivers are trained to notice changes in appetite, recognize warning signs of nutritional decline, and prepare meals with an attentiveness that goes far beyond standard cooking assistance.
Meals built around the individual, not a template
Every meal plan is shaped by the client's health goals, dietary preferences, cultural background, and daily routine. Generic meal plans do not exist here.
Proactive coordination with your healthcare team
When we observe changes in appetite or intake, we communicate them to your family and care coordinator promptly. We work alongside your medical team, not independently of them.
Common questions

Questions families ask
about nutrition support

Is this the same as seeing a dietitian?
No. Our nutrition and meal support is a non-medical home care service. It is not clinical nutrition therapy and does not replace the guidance of your loved one's physician or registered dietitian. What it provides is knowledgeable, attentive meal support informed by our founder's RD, LD credentials and built into the training of every caregiver we place.
Can your caregivers follow a specific diet prescribed by a doctor?
Yes, within the scope of non-medical home care. Our caregivers can prepare meals that follow physician-recommended dietary guidelines, such as low-sodium, low-sugar, or texture-modified diets. They do not provide clinical dietary counseling or medical nutrition therapy.
What if my loved one has a very specific cultural or religious diet?
Cultural and religious dietary preferences are built into the care plan from the very beginning. We take these seriously and match caregivers who are comfortable preparing the relevant foods wherever possible. Honoring individual heritage at mealtimes is part of how we respect the whole person.
My parent has lost a lot of weight. Can you help?
Unintended weight loss in older adults is a serious concern we take very seriously. Our caregivers are trained to prioritize consistent, nourishing meals and to monitor intake carefully. We also communicate intake changes to family members and care coordinators promptly. If clinical evaluation is needed, we encourage and support that conversation with the appropriate healthcare provider.
Do you do grocery shopping?
Yes. Grocery coordination and shopping are part of our nutrition support service. Caregivers shop based on the care plan, individual preferences, and any dietary guidelines provided by the healthcare team. Pantry organization and food safety monitoring are also included.
What makes your nutrition support different from other agencies?
Nurturing Care Partners is the only home care agency in Michigan founded and led by a credentialed Registered and Licensed Dietitian with a Master of Public Health in Human Nutrition. That expertise shapes how our agency was built, how our caregivers are trained, and how every meal plan is designed. No other agency in our market can offer that foundation.
Where we serve

Nutrition and meal support
across Michigan

We provide nutritionally informed meal support across more than 20 Michigan counties. Families in Oakland County, Wayne County, and Macomb County can reach us today for a free consultation.

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Macomb County
Kent County
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Ingham County
Saginaw County
Midland County
Bay County
Shiawassee County
Jackson County
Marquette County
Monroe County
St. Clair County
Clinton County
Ottawa County
Muskegon County
Grand Traverse County
Take the next step

Good nutrition should not
be left to chance.

A free, no-obligation consultation to understand how nutritionally informed meal support can make a real difference for your loved one. We listen carefully and design care around the individual.

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