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Career Development Awardee Juckett publishes article on supporting mealtime participation among community-dwelling people living with dementia

Supporting Mealtime Participation Among People Living With Dementia at Home: Challenges and Strategies for Caregivers

July 1, 2024

Career Development Awardee Lisa Juckett, PhD, OTR/L, CHT published details of recent study, which characterized barriers to mealtime participation among people living with dementia and identified potential caregiver-led strategies to enhance mealtime activities. The research team used a qualitative descriptive approach and obtained semi-structured interview data from (a) allied health professionals and (b) community-based nutrition program providers who frequently serve people with dementia.