Nutrition and Congruent Care Improve Wellbeing of Residents With Dementia in Slovenian Care Homes.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Current nutritional strategies for people with dementia focus on nutritional diets and regimens, although in recent years congruent care for people with dementia has been increasingly recognized to improve their wellbeing. This includes consistency of care, respecting the variability of psycho-sociological factors, emphasizing the importance of participation in activities, and congruence with the individual's needs and capabilities. When applied to the nutritional aspects of care, it aims to empower people with dementia to have an active role in their care and during meals. Congruent care has previously shown promising results in improving the quality of life of residents, reducing the incidence of negative social interactions and daily intake of medicines.

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SUBMITTER: KejZar A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8931699 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature