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Supporting people living with dementia to eat and drink well

Supporting people living with dementia to eat and drink well

Guidance,

This resource provides guidance for aged care services on how to support people living with dementia to eat and drink well. It highlights innovative approaches such as creating familiar, enjoyable meals, reducing mealtime interruptions, and offering 24-hour access to nutritious foods. These strategies help address challenges like malnutrition and dehydration. 

This resource may refer to information that will be updated from 1 November 2025 to align with the new Aged Care Act and Quality Standards.

Author
Aged Care Quality & Safety Commission
Key Theme
Delivering comprehensive care and services
Food and nutrition
Standard
5: Clinical Care
6: Food and Nutrition
7: The Residential Community
Outcomes
5.6 Cognitive impairment  
6.4: Dining experience
7.1: Daily living
Supporting people living with dementia to eat and drink well