A favourite meal or a familiar cup of tea can mean a great deal. Bring those little details into the conversation.
Food questions are most useful when they describe the person’s normal day, tastes and support needs rather than asking only to see a menu.
A practical way to begin
A sample menu is a starting point. Ask how arrangements would work for the individual and who should discuss any clinically advised diet, allergies or swallowing concerns through an appropriate assessment.
Your discussion checklist
- Ask how preferences are recorded
- Discuss help needed at mealtimes
- Ask how dietary requirements are assessed
- Check what happens if someone dislikes the offered meal
Before you take the next step
Record any agreed follow-up with the care team. Do not make changes to a prescribed diet or support plan based on a general website description.
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