When a fork becomes a barrier, it is time to change the tactic, not the goal. Learn how to use finger foods and texture modification to preserve dignity and nutrition in mid-to-late stage dementia.
Stop fighting the symptoms and start repairing the wheel. This guide provides practical, stage-aware strategies to fix the physical, sensory, and cognitive "misfires" that disrupt dementia mealtimes using the Wheel of Function Framework™.
Dementia is a progressive journey of brain failure. In Part 2 of our series, we map the Wheel of Function™ to the early, middle, and late stages of the disease to help you stay ahead of mealtime challenges.
Mealtime is the most complex task we ask a person with dementia to perform. Explore why the kitchen table is the "ultimate stress test" and learn how the Wheel of Function Framework™ can help you identify and repair the specific obstacles stopping the meal.
Swallowing changes in dementia can be frightening, but with the right professional support and adaptive strategies, you can help the person you care for eat and drink more safely. Learn the signs of dysphagia, how speech therapy can help, and how to balance safety with dignity at the table.
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