INRODUCTION:- Life means enjoy to every moment, but it becomes too painfull for a SENIOR CITIZEN or DISABLE ADULT while they get abused, bullid, neglected or financially exploited.
DEFINITION
SENIOR CITIZENS:-As any person who has attained the age of 60 year & above as well as unable to perform his/her daily activities.
ADULT WITH DISABILITIES:-Adult disability is the inability to engage in substantial gainful activity by the reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment.
DIET FOR SENIOR CITIZEN AND DISABLE ADULT
• Maintenance of nutritional status in elder persons are also important because with increase in age digestive capacity diminish. The nutrition should be well balance that has higher amount of calcium, iron and other essential nutrients. Following things should be considered by elder person regarding diet
• Meal time should be kept simple and calm.
• Food is cut in to small pieces to prevent choking.
• Liquids food may be easier to swallow.
• Temperature of the food should be checked to prevent burns.
• Encourage for good mouth care.
• Avoid alcohol.
• Review all prescription and over the counter medication with patient and evaluate nutritional status.
RESPECT
REMEMBER When interacting with someone with a disability OR SENIOR CITIZENS, always be respectful in both your words and actions.
THANKS FOR YOUR ATTENTION
