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Positive mealtime experiences 6 – Individual needs and preferences

INDUSTRY

Aged Care, Disability Sector

CATEGORY

Refresher Module

LEVEL

Entry

AVG COMPLETION TIME

25 mins
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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

  • Common individual meal preferences such as timing, location and mealtime companions.
  • The importance of seating arrangements, meal size and appetite, mealtime routines and snacks.
  • Health conditions to be aware of at mealtime.
  • The importance of knowing the swallowing and chewing ability of the person.

Course Overview

In Part 6 of the Positive Mealtime Experience series, you will explore how individual needs and preferences shape the dining experience for each client. The course covers common meal preferences such as timing, location, and chosen companions, as well as seating arrangements, meal size, appetite, routines, and snacks.

You will also consider health conditions that may affect mealtimes and the importance of recognising a person’s swallowing and chewing abilities. By the end of this module, you will be able to support safe, comfortable, and person-centred mealtime experiences tailored to individual needs.

Course Activities

Introduction

  • Course Overview

    • Lessons

  • Meal timing, Meal location, Meal companions
  • Seating and arrangement
  • Meal size and appetite
  • Meal routines, snacks and beverage preferences
  • Health condition and mealtime
  • Swallowing and chewing ability
  • Cultural requirements around food and meal preparation

    • 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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