Meal Support
Food is the first medicine for good health
and also a joy that most of us retain throughout most of our lives!
- Meal planning
- Grocery shopping
- Daily meal prep
- Make meals appropriate for dietary requirements
- Advance meal and snack preparation
- Cue hydration, fill water bottles and report fluid intake
- Make special recipes
- Assist with feeding
- Administer crushed medications in food
- Enteral feeding given via G or J tube
There are many pre-made meal options available
with frozen, fresh and delivery options that are varied, affordable, healthy and meet dietary requirements. A mix of home care and other pre-made meal services may be the optimal solution.
See the Vancouver Island Resource Guide: Meal Resources for help finding the right solution. Family recipes and special foods are also culture, comfort and memory. Many caregivers love making that special dish that you simply can’t buy.Pro-tip: : Not all caregivers have the same skills in the kitchen! Make sure the service provider knows if specific recipes are desired so they can match the right person.