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Sharing Meals With Institutionalized People With Dementia: A Natural Experiment

Charras, Kevin, Frémontier, Michèle·2010·Journal of Gerontological Social Work
DOI 10.1080/01634372.2010.489936
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Abstract

Nutritional deficiency can have dramatic effects on the physical and psychological status of older adults. Although food supplements can enhance nutritional status, several authors suggest that more ecological means could also have beneficial impacts. Therefore, a natural experiment was conducted to study the impact of changed mealtime experiences for people with Alzheimer-type dementia. Two special care units (in separate facilities) in France were included in this study: one implemented shared meal times between residents and caregivers and the other served as a comparison group. Weight was measured and staff observations were collected. Positive outcomes were observed for the experimental group. Implications for practice are discussed.

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  • In one study, a significant increase in body weight was reported after three months of shared mealtimes compared to the control group.

    “In one of these studies, a significant increase in BW is reported after three months compared to the control group (72).”

    From ESPEN practical guideline: Clinical nutrition and hydration in geriatrics (2022) · cites this paper as [72]

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Authors
Charras, K., & Frémontier, M.
Affiliations
Fondation Alzheimer (FR)
Venue
Journal of Gerontological Social Work
Publisher
Informa UK Limited
Published
2010-07-08
Volume
53
Issue
5
Pages
436-448
ISSN
  • 0163-4372 (ISSN-L)
  • 1540-4048
DOI
10.1080/01634372.2010.489936
OpenAlex
W2065718714
Cited by
67
References
0
Citations by year
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FWCI
4.56
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Locations
  • Journal of Gerontological Social Work (publishedVersion)
  • PubMed (publishedVersion)
Topics
  • Health Sciences › Health Professions › General Health Professions › Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Physiology › Nutrition and Health in Aging
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Psychiatry and Mental health › Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research
Keywords
dementia, Alzheimer's disease, shared meals, mealtime experience, institutionalized elderly, caregivers, nutritional status, weight gain, special care units, long-term care
MeSH terms
Aged, Aged, 80 and over, Dementia, Feeding Behavior, France, Humans, Nursing Homes, Malnutrition

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