Our caregivers can help plan and prepare nutritious meals, prepare grocery lists, and go to the grocery store with the client or on behalf of the client. We will clip coupons, shop for advertised specials, check on the food supplies in the home, and dispose of old or spoiled food. We can prepare the food, involving the client in appropriate tasks, and can help to feed those people who have a hard time on their own. We will encourage clients to eat well-balanced meals and to drink plenty of fluids. When requested, our caregivers can plan and prepare meals that meet special dietary needs.
Some studies show that more than half of seniors living at home are either undernourished or malnourished. Causes include eating too little, not getting the proper nutrients, food not being absorbed into the body, and depression. Our caregivers can help prevent this extremely dangerous problem that affects so many seniors.
