EP: 203 - 3 Changes in Hearing and Language that Impact Eating

10/12/2024 9 min
EP: 203 - 3 Changes in Hearing and Language that Impact Eating

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Episode Synopsis

How Hearing and Language Changes in Dementia Impact Eating | Tips for Caregivers Alzheimer's disease and other dementias impact every aspect of life, including how a person hears and understands language. In this episode, Dr. Melissa Batchelor explores how these changes can make eating independently a challenge—and shares practical strategies to help. ✨ Topics Covered: How hearing loss and auditory processing difficulties affect mealtimes. Tips to improve communication with nonverbal cues and visual aids. Breaking down multi-step tasks into simple, manageable steps. 🍴 Caregiving isn't easy, but small adjustments can make a big difference. Watch now and learn how to create a more supportive mealtime environment! 💡 Want more in-depth guidance? Check out the online course, Alzheimer's Disease: Managing Meals and Eating Challenges, at melissabphd.com/courses.

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