Fresh Focus #30: Modifications At The Ta...

About this episode

Have ever been sitting at the kitchen table with your veteran loved one and notice them having difficulty feeding themselves? If you are nodding YES, then you will understand how hard it is to figure out your role as the caregiver when your Veteran needs some additional support with eating their favorite foods. Episode #30 gives tips and tricks for making meaningful modifications at the table to increase confidence and get them eating again.

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