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Home Health Care in Woodbridge VA: Finger Foods Easier For Alzheimer’s Patients<\/p><\/div>\n

One of the biggest struggles with Alzheimer’s is getting your parent to eat. \u00a0As cognitive function decreases, multiple food options can frustrate your parent. \u00a0If vision is affected, foods can disappear onto the plate. \u00a0For example, a piece of cabbage may be harder to pick out on a green plate. \u00a0Manual dexterity changes, and it may be hard for your mom or dad to manipulate a fork and knife.<\/p>\n

Some issues are fixed by changing the color of the dishes or cutting food items up before serving. \u00a0Other issues require more insight. \u00a0One of the ways you can get your parent to eat is by serving finger foods that cover all of the food groups in one shot.<\/p>\n


\nHere are some ideas on foods for an Alzheimer’s patient…<\/strong><\/p>\n


\nAntipasto<\/strong><\/p>\n

Arrange steamed shrimp, Italian meats, fresh mozzarella, roasted vegetables, and olives on a plate. \u00a0Your mom or dad can pick up and eat appealing foods for a snack. \u00a0Add slices of baguette to turn it into a full meal.<\/p>\n


\nCornish Pasties<\/strong><\/p>\n

Cornish pasties are a staple in England. \u00a0The meals were designed to make it easy for miners to carry with them and eat without needing any dishes. \u00a0Chop up some meat and vegetables and saute them until tender. \u00a0Cut a hand-sized portion of pie crust or puff pastry and place a mound of the filling on top. \u00a0Fold it over, seal the edges, and bake.<\/p>\n


\nFinger Sandwiches<\/strong><\/p>\n

Spread cream cheese onto two pieces of bread. \u00a0Toss thinly sliced cucumbers with salt and pepper. \u00a0Layer cucumbers over the cream cheese and then top with another piece of bread. \u00a0Cut these sandwiches into four sections and then cut each of the four sections in half. \u00a0You can mix and match fillings as desired. Just make sure to cut them into the finger-sized sections.<\/p>\n


\nFruit Kebabs<\/strong><\/p>\n

Cube some fruits and soft cheeses. \u00a0Thread them onto cocktail picks or small skewers. \u00a0Apples and cheddar go well together. \u00a0You could also pair edam cheese with pears or grapes with fontina. \u00a0For sharper cheeses, like blue cheese, add a drizzle of honey to pair sweet with tangy.<\/p>\n

Never leave your mom or dad to eat alone. \u00a0Join them for the meal. \u00a0Seniors need companionship, especially at meals. \u00a0If you cannot be there at meal times, hire a caregiver. \u00a0Not only can a home care professional help your mom out with bathing, grooming, and housework, but the caregiver can also prepare finger foods for your parent’s next meal. \u00a0Call a home care agency to discuss other helpful services.<\/p>\n

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If you or a loved-one are considering home health care in Woodbridge<\/a>, VA, to help with motivation and exercise each day, please contact the caring staff at Quality Health Services LLC. Call today\u00a0703-910-7081.<\/em><\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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