Positive mealtime experiences 2 – Person-centred support for mealtimes

INDUSTRY

Aged Care, Disability Sector

CATEGORY

Refresher Module

LEVEL

Entry

AVG COMPLETION TIME

25 mins

Expert Led

Developed by Australian Experts

Up To Date

Updated as standards and regulations change

Compliant

Comply with ethical and legal obligations

Self Paced

Complete in the flow of work

What You’ll Learn

  • Person-centred approaches and mealtime management
  • Cultural and social importance of the mealtime experience
  • Dementia friendly design and the dining environment
  • Presentation and positioning for meal consumption

Course Overview

In Part 2 of the Positive Mealtime Experience series, you will explore person-centred practices that make mealtimes meaningful and enjoyable for clients. The course focuses on applying person-centred approaches, understanding the cultural and social significance of meals, and creating dementia-friendly dining environments.


You will also learn about the importance of meal presentation and appropriate positioning to support safe and positive mealtime experiences. By the end of this module, you will be prepared to deliver mealtime support that enhances dignity, comfort, and wellbeing.

Course Activities

Introduction

  • Course Overview
  • Lessons

  • Person centred approaches
  • Cultural and social relevance of mealtimes
  • Dementia friendly design
  • Presentation and positioning
  • Conclusions

  • Course Quiz
  • Meet Your Course Authors

    AC

    Anne Cockrenn

    AMC Resources

    30+ years of experience in aged care and education, combining her background as a Registered Nurse, Trainer, and an RTO owner and Director for 19 years to develop practical, client-focused training resources.

    VC

    Vera Cockrenn

    AMC Resources

    20+ years of experience in NDIS policy development and Indigenous disability advocacy, combined with 15+ years of experience in Community engagement and culturally responsive service delivery.

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