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Caring Through Dementia · Episode 5
Not Hungry
Ruth has barely eaten for days.
In this scene
Lucia: You haven't eaten much today, Ruth. Is the food all right?
Ruth: I'm just not hungry. It all tastes funny.
Lucia: She's eaten very little for three days, and she's drinking less too.
Watch the episode to see what happens next.
Questions to think about
- Ruth has eaten little for days. You:
- Eating less can be a sign of:
- Helpful options include:
About this series
For home care aides and care teams: responding to confusion, late-day restlessness, wandering, simple steps, eating changes, kitchen safety, recognition, family updates, refusals and meaningful days.