Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where can I find samples of SNDRí resources?
A. Sample copies of SNDRí diet-sheets (PDF versions) are found on the Published Leafletspage under the appropriate nutritional topic. Diet-sheets are available for purchase and samples are provided for your information only. The samples provided are copyright protected and MUST NOT be copied or used with patients/clients.
Q. Can I order single/sample leaflets?
A. Sample copies of all the diet-sheets are available to download from the Published Leaflets page.
Q. I am a dietitian and would like to gain access to the dietitians’ diet-sheets and order form, how do I do this?
A. Diet-sheets in the D range must be given to patients/clients with the support of a dietitian. These diet-sheets and the Dietitians' Order Form are password protected; registered dietitians can request a username and password by emailing the SNDRí team at sndri@gcal.ac.uk stating your name, health professional council registration (HPC) number, job title and place of work.
Q. Why are there different ranges?
A. SNDRí diet-sheets are divided into three ranges that provide different types of diet and nutritional information. The development group agrees how much support the target patient/client group will require when being issued with the diet-sheet. SNDRí put the diet-sheet in the appropriate range when it is published. This ensures that the information is communicated and understood appropriately. The three ranges are:
D – should be given to patients/clients with the support of a dietitian. These resources are password protected; registered dietitians can request a username and password by contacting the SNDRí team.
HP – should be given to patients/clients with the support of a relevant health or care professional.
PiL – general nutrition information for members of the public to pick up.
Q. Who is eligible for the 20% discount?
A. A 20% discount to the listed prices currently applies to Scottish customers only.
SNDRi has approached each UK Home Country (Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland) seeking short-term investment for 5 years to enable long-term sustainability. Home Countries committing to SNDRí’s vision for the future will receive a 20% discount on orders placed. To-date only Scotland has committed to this vision for the future, click here for full details.
Q. What do I do if I cannot view the sample diet-sheets?
A. Contact the SNDRi team if you have any problems downloading or viewing the sample diet-sheets available from the Published Leafletspage.
Q. What are the benefits of purchasing SNDRi's published leaflets rather than producing resources 'in-house'?
A. SNDRí diet-sheets aim to give consistent health messages and avoid duplication of effort by other health related professionals. A robust production cycle ensures that all the nutrition and diet resources are developed following a robust and consistent process.
All SNDRí resources:
- are evidence-based
- are peer-reviewed
- involve patients within the development stage
- are free from commercial bias.
As part of SNDRí’s ongoing aim to achieve best value for money, it has developed a paper that aims to describe the costs and benefits associated with producing quality centralised nutrition and diet resources.
Click here for more information.
Q. What type of paper is used for the printed leaflets?
A. SNDRí diet-sheets are printed using 130gsm, matt paper. Diet-sheets for Adults with Learning Disabilities are printed on 220gsm, matt board.
Q. Why does SNDRí charge for its leaflets?
A. SNDRí makes a small charge for its diet-sheets to cover print and production costs only.
Q. How do I place an order for SNDRí resources?
A. Simply download an order form from the Published Leaflets page and follow the simple instructions on the cover. The order form for dietitians is password protected; registered dietitians can request a username and password by contacting the SNDRí team. For further details, please visit How to Order.
Q. What do I do if there is a problem with an order?
A. Please contact McCormick & Co. Ltd and explain what the problem is. If the problem is not resolved within a reasonable period, please contact SNDRí.
Q. How do I give feedback on SNDRí?
A. Feedback on any SNDRí diet-sheets, website or customer service is welcome. Please email your comments to the SNDRí team at sndri@gcal.ac.uk
Last updated 15/4/10
