Community Dietetics Team (adults)

Who we are

The Community Dietetics Team (adults) includes dietitians, dietetic assistant practitioners and dietetic assistants.

What we do

We provide specialist nutrition advice for adults in group and one-to-one settings both virtually and face to face. This includes; malnutrition, weight management (Kent only), diabetes, gastrointestinal conditions, allergies and food intolerances. Referrals are subject to meeting service criteria.

How do you access the service?

You need to be referred by your GP or another qualified healthcare professional (subject to meeting referral criteria).

Medway and Swale referral form

Care home staff should follow the guidance in the Kent Manual for Mealtimes before referring to dietetics. Many eating, drinking and swallowing issues can be safely and effectively managed by care home staff and do not require specialist dietetic assessment. Please see the Kent Manual for Mealtimes page for more information, training and resources.

Useful resources

The resources have been produced by specialist groups in the Community Dietetics Team.