Nutrition and Hydration week runs from 16th – 22nd March. Its mission is to create a movement that will reinforce and focus, energy, activity and engagement on nutrition and hydration as an important part of quality care, experience and safety improvement in health and social care settings.
Listen to McDonald Homecare’s Director Leigh on this podcast
For further information about this national campaign – www.nutritionandhydrationweek.co.uk
Nutrition and hydration in a person’s health is a fundamental part of any stage of life. None more so for those in the community who are more vulnerable like the elderly.
Quality & compassionate care involves the person as a whole and not only the medical condition they live with. Part of this care is to recognise the importance of eating & drinking well on a consistent basis.
Good nutrition & hydration enhances well-being, helping to reduce the use of medication and the prevention of illnesses and hospitalisation.
Good nutrition and regular physical activity play a protective role in a number of age-related conditions. The more enjoyment people have with food the healthier they will live in later life.
The elderly do not have to drink only plain water to get hydrated. Coffee, tea, fruit juice, sweetened beverages, fruits & vegetables all contain water for healthy living.
McDonald Homecare provides Lifestyle Companions who are able to visit or live with elderly clients and support with nutrition & hydration.
Through quality care at home services, we are helping people to enjoy home cooked meals that are tasty & nutritious. Our Lifestyle Companions are also there to oversee regular drinks for a healthy life in older age.
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