eBites Summer 2026

As summer arrives, we’re delighted to bring you an issue focused on connection, community and compassionate care. 

This edition coincides with both Loneliness Awareness Week and Care Home Open Week. For Loneliness Awareness Week, we’re highlighting our Pen- and Phone-Pals Scheme and sharing stories from readers who have found friendship and support through exchanging letters and phone calls. If you’ve been considering joining, we hope their experiences inspire you to give it a try.

For Care Home Open Week, we’re opening our own doors to showcase how we’re supporting older vegans and vegetarians to live well in later life. Our team shares how we’re helping to improve care provision so people can continue living according to their values as they age.

We’re also pleased to introduce a new resource: our IDDSI Menu Cards, packed with practical advice and simple ideas for boosting protein intake.

Finally, we’ve selected a summer recipe from our Gourmet vegan guide that’s perfect for sharing with someone special.

Primary Audience

This publication is aimed at older vegans and vegetarians and those who cater for them.