How Do We Support Attention and Increase Intake During Mealtime?
Imagine sitting down at a table and not recognizing a fork—or feeling unsure whether the food in front of you is safe. For individuals living with dementia, changes in cognition can significantly affect the mealtime experience.
In this video, Lana Dorffer, Director of Dementia Care Specialists, explores how seeing mealtimes through the individual’s perspective can lead to more personalized support.
See how a person-centered approach helped increase one resident’s intake by 50%—and discover why understanding the person behind the behavior can make a meaningful difference in nutrition, engagement, and quality of life.
🔗 Learn more about the Dementia Capable Care Learning Library
https://dementiacarespecialists.com/dementia-care-training/dementia-capable-care-learning-library
About Dementia Care Specialists:
Dementia Care Specialists (DCS) at Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) is a team of passionate professionals who want to make a positive impact in preparing and empowering a dementia capable workforce. Together with our partners, this team strives to create a Dementia Capable Society that enables those living with dementia, their loved ones, and caregivers to thrive!