Mealtime is more than nutrition. It is an opportunity to promote dignity, connection, and quality of life. 

This course provides caregivers in Adult Family Homes with practical strategies to create a welcoming and person-centered dining environment. 

Learners will explore how to support individual preferences, enhance social engagement, and address specialized dietary and safety needs.

Emphasis is placed on promoting autonomy, preserving dignity, and ensuring safe, enjoyable mealtime experiences for all residents.

Learning Objectives:

1. Apply person-centered care principles to support individual dining preferences and cultural considerations.

2. Create a comfortable and inviting dining environment that promotes social interaction and engagement.

3. Identify residents with specialized mealtime needs, such as dysphagia, and implement safe feeding techniques and appropriate assistive devices.

4. Adapt dining approaches to support individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other cognitive or physical challenges while preserving dignity and autonomy.