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Newsletter
Volume 5 2015
Spring/Summer
2015 is set to be significant year for AJ
Purchasing as we celebrate our 25th
anniversary and the expansion of the firm.
We have recently welcomed Alan Briggs to the team
as our Business Development Manager who brings
with him over 40 years of experience in the food
industry and a passion for helping clients to save
money.
He is responsible for identifying new clients who can
benefit from our services and working with existing
clients to help them achieve maximum cost savings.
Alan explained one of the best parts of the job
is helping clients to see the benefits of using a
dedicated purchasing partner. “Since I’ve joined the
team at AJ Purchasing I’ve supported care homes
across the East Midlands and the UK to save money
on all their food and cleaning bills,” he said.
“A lot of people I speak to in the first instance haven’t
considered working with a purchasing partner or
struggle to see the benefits. I’ve personally helped
one organisation save a staggering 20% on their
annual food expenditure and often achieve an eight
to 10% saving for many customers.
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Purchasing specialists and
advisers to the care sector
firm. I’m confident
his experience
and knowledge
across the catering
industry will prove
a great asset to our
team.
“With over 50
years’ combinedAJ PURCHASING SERVICES
expertise in the
food purchasing industry we can continue to
offer excellent rates for our customers who want
the best value for money, without compromising
on quality.
“Reaching 25 years in business is a testament
to our loyal and supportive customers, many
of whom have been with us since the firm was
established.”
“If you would like any purchasing support,
please don’t hesitate to give us a call on
01522 244 680 or email [email protected]”
Steve Gibson, Director of AJ Purchasing, also
commented: “We’re delighted to welcome Alan to the
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Your Purchasing Partners!
Are you;
• Looking to save money on your nursing/medical/janitorial and
cleaning products?
• Seeking ways to reduce costs by a review of what you buy but
don’t know where to start?
• Wanting a first class reliable service?
We’d love to talk to you, call us on 01226 719090 to find out how
working with Countrywide and AJ Purchasing can save you money
Countrywide Healthcare Supplies, Countrywide House, Springvale Road, Park Springs, Grimethorpe, Barnsley S72 7BA
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DELIVERING QUALITY
FOODSERVICE SOLUTIONS TO
CARE & NURSING HOMES
We help our customers to
develop varied and nutrional
menus to meet residents’
dietary requirements using our
established care product range,
over 40 years’ expertise and
nutritional software.
For more information, contact
Neil Perry on 07889 457057 or
[email protected]
AJ PURCHASING SERVICES
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Boosting protein intake
can improve health of residents
Protein isn’t just for bodybuilders and athletes. As we age, we actually need
to eat more protein per pound of body weight but typically, many older people
don’t eat enough protein
The consequences of insufficient protein
intake in older people are far reaching:
• A decrease in muscle tissue, leading to
slower metabolism
• Skin becomes more fragile
• Wounds are slower to heal
• Poor immune function
Tips for improving protein
intake of residents
• Ensure each vegetarian meal provides a source of protein (cheese and milk don’t count when in a meal as they’re used in
such small amounts, so try to include pulses, • Increased frailty
beans, nuts or meat alternatives)
• Longer recovery from illness
• Encourage residents who always eat toast or cereal for breakfast to try some scrambled or
Protein sources
Protein can be found in many foods, such as
meat, fish, pulses, eggs, nuts, dairy products
and meat alternatives (soya or Quorn).
Residents who don’t eat meat or fish or those
who regularly opt for low protein meals may
be at risk of inadequate intake. Pay particular
attention to vegetarians and those who select
mostly low protein foods such as toast, cereal,
pasta or soup.
Claire Baseley is a
Registered Nutritionist with
many years of experience
of working with care home
catering teams, helping them
to achieve to best nutritional
offering for their residents.
Web www.clairebaseley.co.uk
Email [email protected]
Tel 07753 744819
poached egg, baked beans on toast, a yoghurt or a glass of milk
• Offer high protein, nourishing snacks, mid-
morning and –afternoon; examples include
yoghurt, cubes of cheese and vegetable
sticks with dips like hummus
• Increase the protein content of soups, stews
and casseroles by adding beans, lentils or
vegetarian mince
• Eggs are versatile and cheap – they are
great hardboiled and sliced as finger foods
in a buffet and can accompany a salad or
go in a sandwich; omelettes are nourishing
and can incorporate vegetables for added
nutrients
• Serve fruit or hot puddings with custard
to boost the protein content or make a rice
pudding with added milk powder
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17th March
St. Patrick’s Day
29th June - 12th July
Wimbledon Fortnight
15th March
Mothering Sunday
1st - 5th July
Henley Royal Regatta
5th April
Easter Sunday
4th July
US Independence Day
23rd April
St. George’s Day
11th-17th May
British Sandwich
Week
18th - 24th May
National Vegetarian
Week
14th July Bastille Day (France)
12th - 19th - July
British Golf Open
16th - 20th - July
Ashes Test Match at Lords
9th - August
National Rice Pudding Day
21st June
Father’s Day
31st - August
Summer Bank Holiday
16th-20th June
Royal Ascot
15th - September
Battle of Britain Day
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24th June
Midsummer’s Day
We cover a range of services
from a large number of local and
national suppliers and can offer
reliable supply and competitive
pricing in the following areas:
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19th June
National Care Home Open Day
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Spice up your menus with a theme day catering idea…
16th - 20th March
NACC Nutrition &
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Why not join in and get involved with the Nutrition
& Hydration Week 2015, visit the website for
information on good practices, downloadable
material and ideas on how you can get involved.
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The focal national event and highlight of the week
will be a Worldwide Afternoon Tea on Wednesday
18th March. Service providers in both health and
social care settings are invited to share Afternoon
Tea with those
entrusted to their
care, no matter
where they
care for them,
demonstrating a
united effort and
commitment to improving nutrition and hydration.
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The 16th – 22nd March 2015 marks this
year’s Nutrition & Hydration Week. In its
fourth year, the event raises awareness
and improves understanding of the vital
importance of good nutrition and hydration
in care settings and illustrates how, by
making changes to eating and drinking
habits, people can improve their quality
of life.
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Hydration Matters!
•Ambient, Frozen & Chilled Food
•Fresh milk
•Fresh meat products
•Fresh fruit and vegetables
•Catering Equipment
•Cleaning Products •Medical supplies
•Furniture, beds & soft furnishing
•Laundry
•Utilities
•Stationery
•Waste Management
•Uniforms
We can also provide the following
services:
•Benchmarking
•Product sourcing
•Menu Advice
•Invoice verification
•Order templates
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