Lunch & Learn: Enhancing the Dining Experience for Persons Living with Dementia

Food & dining is not just for nutrition - it’s a fundamental human experience. Understanding the importance of providing quality dining experience for persons with dementia becomes critical to their quality of life. The session emphasizes the mission of socialization, increased food consumption, improved hydration, and dignified dining. We cover various topics such as the definition & characteristics of dementia, challenges faced by persons with dementia during meals, communication strategies, socialization and engagement, dining with dignity techniques, training and education, the role of the caregiver, and much more.

*This webinar is approved for 1 CEU.