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Supporting mealtime participation among people living with dementia at home: Challenges and strategies for caregivers.

Lisa A JuckettMequeil L HowardBeth E FieldsShannon E JarrottLorraine C MionKali S Thomas
Published in: The Gerontologist (2023)
People with dementia face several eating and mealtime participation obstacles. Caregiver-led strategies implemented by family, friends, or community-based nutrition program providers may enhance mealtime activities at home. Findings point to opportunities to develop decision-making tools and resources for caregivers to optimize the health and nutrition of people with dementia.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • decision making
  • palliative care
  • healthcare
  • public health
  • mild cognitive impairment
  • quality improvement
  • mental health
  • cognitive impairment
  • weight loss
  • health information