Healthy eating and drinking

Supporting adults to eat and drink well at home, with practical advice, local services, and tips for staying healthy and independent.

Daily living equipment for eating and drinking

The right equipment can make eating and drinking easier at home. These tools help people who find mealtimes hard. They can make tasks safer and help you stay independent.

You can find many products in shops or online. Some are simple, like foam tubing for cutlery. Others are more advanced, like talking kitchen scales.

Examples include:

  • Automatic can openers and bottle/jar openers
  • Foam tubing for cutlery
  • High-sided plates and non-slip trays
  • Talking kitchen scales and lightweight saucepans
  • Bowls and plates with high sides
  • Stay-warm plates and bowls
  • Angled cutlery for people with limited movement

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