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Ehpad: the quality of meals denounced by 60 million consumers
The quality of food in nursing homes is singled out by “60 million consumers”. For this survey, 255 residents responded on different aspects of their meals. Very few nursing homes have their own dietitian. – (franceinfo)
The quality of food in nursing homes is singled out by “60 million consumers”. For this survey, 255 residents responded on different aspects of their meals. Very few nursing homes have their own dietitian.
A catering service not always adapted to the needs of elderly people in nursing homes, this is what the latest study reveals 60 million consumers. Certain measures absolutely must be put in place, according to the journalist who authored the report. Notably “the increase in staff at residents’ bedsides. The slightly more appetizing presentations of the meals that we serve to our elders. And finally, regular weighing. Residents are not weighed frequently enough”declares Patricia Chairopoulos, food specialist at the magazine 60 million consumers.
Lack of means
Concretely, the study reveals that in nursing homes, there is only one choice of meals, often unappetizing. One in five residents never finishes their plate. The nighttime fasting time is more than 12 hours, and there are not enough companions for meals. Nursing home directors directly point to the establishments’ lack of resources. Representatives of the profession are asking for 10 billion euros per year in additional budget.