How do you assist a person with eating in a severe Alzheimer's disease?

Answer 1

Swallowing is key here. Must be careful and avoid all possibilities of choking hazards by making sure all food is in small pieces. Each piece must be completely swallowed before offering next piece. Have a drink nearby to aid in swallowing the food.

Answer 2

There are several ways you might assist feeding a person with mild stage Alzheimer's. Since their disease is mild, they can handle most of the feeding themselves, but you should offer to wipe their mouth and keep them company during meal times.

Answer 3

The most important thing is to make sure the patient remembers to eat when the disease is still very mild. Reminders or alarms could help with this. As the disease progresses, food may need to be very soft or cut very small to prevent choking.

Answer 4

My grandmother didn't have a big appetite and was a fussy eater. We tried to keep it as simple as possible. She seemed content with grilled cheese and tea. I presume because it was light enough for her to handle.