Meal Assistance in Residential Aged Care

Meal Assistance in Residential Aged Care is organized by Ausmed Education Pty Ltd.,First Published: 19 February 2022,Updated: 19 February 2022,Expires: 30 May 2023,Course Overview:,Older adults, especially those in residential aged care, are often prone to unplanned weight loss and malnutrition. The following module provides staff with the relevant training to assist residents with a variety of needs before, during, and after meal service.,Topics:,• Understanding meal assistance,• Assistance before and during meals,• Supporting residents after meals,Learning Outcomes:,• Understand why a resident may need assistance during mealtimes.,• Provide an appropriate level of assistance before, during, and after meals.,• Provide a pleasant and respectful meal service for those in your care.