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Hi. My father says that he don't like to eat something but I ask him to do me a pleasure and eat with me. Usually, he likes what he eats while he's eating. Than, he forgets. Tomorrow, we eat french fries & meat (his favorite meal), and day after I ask him if I can choose what we eat. Compromise. In circles. That's what I do and it works ;)
Hi. My experience with my Mom and Alzheimer's is that she would only eat grilled cheese sandwiches and crackers/cookies. She became unable to use the fork and spoon well, so she liked things she could pick up with her fingers. This is what we allowed her to do for her own happiness and comfort. Hope this helps.
I'm not sure if it's symptomatic of dementia as such, but it does seem to go with getting to old age and knowing what you like. The day my mother won't eat a smoked salmon sandwich I'll know she's ready to cash in her chips.
As long as your mother's fixed on something reasonably nutritious, I shouldn't worry. Slip her a common or garden variety multivitamin to cover any gaps and she'll be fine.
My father was that. Before the stroke, he would put sauer kraut and tomato catsup on everything. It got to the point that I could not eat with him because the food he put it in became very gross looking. My stomach literally would start heaving when I happened to see the food in his plate. Then he had his stroke. And he doesn't like anything that he used to love. At the moment, the only thing he wants to drink is the fiber grape drink or the chocolate almond milk (no milk in it). And he's gaining weight. And I dread him ever getting diabetes (runs in his family.) I think it's a phase. After a while, he's going to get tired of drinking the same thing over and over for months. His doctor said that he needs protein and Vit C in his nutrition. So, last night, I gave him apple juice. He really liked it. So, now, I've expanded his only 2 fluids to now 3. I need to go now and Google on what food I can give him that has protein and is Soft to chew.
My Mom had Alzheimer's. Until she went into a Memory Unit where she eats what is served she would only eat spaghetti or this sausage/onion/peppers meal with rice that my Dad prepared. He got tired of cooking the same thing every night but that is all she wanted. When they moved to Independent Living she ordered spaghetti all the time and would have had it for breakfast if it was offered. Before her illness she was a wonderful cook and always ate varied things. Also, her tasteds have changed. She used to LOVE lobster. Now she says she hates it and never ate it.
Yes, this is very common. Especially, if someone is eating something they like. They may honestly forget they had it and keep eating it again. Or it could be something they saw on tv and now they keep thinking about that same meal.
my mom was diagnosed with vascular dementia yet only by the mini mental test alone which does not diagnose it. but she does like to eat the same things which would be the things she likes and she is always bickering that at the nursing home they do not give her proper vegetables or food . but what do you expect they say they are there to care for your loved ones and they really do not.
I don't know if it's a sign of dementia, but Mom who is 93 is the same way. She will eat either grilled cheese or an egg sandwich for lunch. For dinner all she ever wants is chicken tenders and mashed potatoes. She would eat this every day if I let her! She was a very good cook, but doesn't remember anything she used to cook. She made wonderful Lasagne. Now she says " I would never cook that crap!" I hate Italian food!
My husband has terminal cancer. His appetite and taste for food has changed drastically. I formed a menu with at least 3 choices of prepared meals in the refrigerator. He then chooses from that menu. Each week I change the menu, I never leave out dessert! EB
My 91 year old mother still largely eats foods in balance, although extremely small portions at this point. I often bring her several portions of something that I've made and she seems to enjoy it all (soups, slow cooker meals, etc.). But, I also have to say she has quite the sweet tooth and also a taste for the "other stuff" - ice cream, cake, cookies and candy and also too much popcorn & potato chips. The doctor and I have the same attitude at this point....there isn't anything she can/should eat, just let her have what she wants. So, that's what we do.....
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I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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As long as your mother's fixed on something reasonably nutritious, I shouldn't worry. Slip her a common or garden variety multivitamin to cover any gaps and she'll be fine.
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