How to Prevent Malnutrition in Seniors
Malnutrition is a significant risk for seniors, who struggle to eat for a number of different reasons. Seniors who are living with dementia are particularly vulnerable to malnutrition, and a major focus of memory care in assisted living centers is building healthy diets for residents. Watch this video to learn more.
For seniors, eating is not always easy. In addition to problems with lack of access to food, seniors may take medications that decrease their appetites, and their taste buds may change, making eating less appealing. For people with dementia, remembering to eat can be a problem. Continuous memory care can help counteract dementia-related eating issues with scheduled meal times.
Don’t let your loved one suffer from the ill effects of malnutrition. Contact Avalon Memory Care in Dallas, Arlington or Houston and learn how we can support your family’s need for continuous care for your loved one. You can reach us by calling (214) 752-7050.
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