My Documents Suppliers Catalogue Order online About Our products Inspiration Jobs Blog Get in touch Dementia Home » Catering for specialist diets » Dementia Catering for dementia with confidence Welcome to our new resources and support to help you create inspiring meal times for residents with dementia. Dementia is a word used to describe a group of symptoms, including memory loss, confusion, mood changes and difficulty with day-to-day tasks. It’s more likely to occur as we age, with an estimated 70% of residents in care affected by the disease. This guide contains top tips, ideas recipes and products to support you. *Source: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/about-us/news-and-media/facts-media Read the full guide The reduction in cognitive function caused by dementia can make eating and meal occasions difficult and it can be challenging to serve the right food in the appropriate way. Some top risks and challenges include: Risk of malnutrition Not recognising food Resisting being fed Limited manual dexterity Change in temperament Read the guide for our top tips Listen to our podcast! Three finger food recipes Finger foods are an ideal way to help residents maintain their independence, dignity, and a daily routine. Take a look at our selection of brand new recipes. Kipper scotch egg Brie & blueberry tart Vegan cupcake Read the full guide here Disclaimer: These guides are not intended to replace individual care plans or substitute the advice of health professionals such as a doctor or dietician. If you are in any doubt, please consult a qualified appropriate medical professional. plate2planet FAQs Modern Slavery Act Statement Gender pay gap reports Tax strategy Product advice MyDocuments Get in touch Covid Secure Risk Assessment © 2021 BFS Group Ltd, registered in England No. 239718. | Privacy policy | Cookie policy | Terms & conditions | Sitemap We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website and our social media platforms. Please select OK if you are happy to allow all cookies, otherwise, click ‘Opt-out’. OkOpt-outPrivacy policy