Eating & Drinking

Eating & Drinking Aids for People Living with Dementia

Support safer, calmer mealtimes with dementia friendly cups, plates, bowls, cutlery and easy opening aids.

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Scoop bowl, red - Aidapt, convenient eating aid
Scoop Bowl, Red - Aidapt
$37.95
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OneTouch Twizoff Electric Bottle Opener
One Touch Bottle Opener
$69.95
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Non-slip Scoop Plate, base
Non-Slip Scoop Plate - Red
$51.95
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Scoop Plate with Suction Base in red
Scoop Plate with Suction Base in red
$48.45
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Tasty Beaker Sippy Cup - Etac
Tasty Beaker Sippy Cup - Etac
$79.95
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Electric Jar Opener, easy to use
Electric Jar Opener - Gominimo
$69.95
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Bendable Cutlery Set - adaptive knife, fork and spoon
Bendable Cutlery Set - Aidapt
$92.95
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Sure Grip Bendable Cutlery - selection of knife, fork and spoons
Sure Grip Bendable Cutlery
$17.95
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Red bendable cutlery set: fork, knife, table spoon & teaspoon
Red Bendable Cutlery Set
$79.95
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OneTouch Automatic Jar Opener
One Touch Jar Opener
$69.95
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Insulated Mug with Tumbler Lid
Insulated Mug with Tumbler lid
Special Price $27.95 Regular Price $29.95
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One Touch electric can opener
One Touch Can Opener
$57.95

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Eating and Drinking Aids for Dementia

BetterCareMarket understands that people with dementia often face several difficulties during mealtime. Memory loss and confusion can make it hard for them to remember how to use utensils or even recognise food. This can lead to frustration and anxiety.

Coordination issues and tremors may cause spills and accidents, making the act of eating physically challenging. Additionally, some individuals may eat slowly or become easily distracted, causing their food to become cold which can make the meal less appealing and nutritious.

 

Cutlery for Dementia

BetterCareMarket offers a range of specialised aids designed to help people with dementia at mealtime. Our red bendable cutlery set features a flexible metal shaft that bends to any angle - right to left, reducing the effort needed to grip them. The ergonomic handles are comfortable and sec+ure, reducing the effort needed to grip them and helps prevent drops and spills. The handles are vividly coloured red, making it easier for those who are cognitively or visually impaired to distinguish.

 

Special Bowls and Plates for Dementia

Scoop Bowls and Scoop Plates are essential tools for individuals with dementia. These bowls and plates feature raised edges that help guide food onto the spoon or fork, preventing it from spilling over the sides. The non-slip bases prevents them from sliding around, making self-feeding easier, and reduces the need for constant carer assistance during meals. 



Heated Plates for Dementia 

Some individuals with dementia may eat their food slowly, or are easily distracted, causing their food to become cold. Thermo plates are equipped with an insulated layer that can be filled with hot water.

This feature helps keep the food warmer, ensuring that even slower eaters can enjoy their meal at a comfortable temperature. By keeping food warm throughout the meal, thermal plates reduce the need for frequent reheating, which not only saves time and effort for carers but also minimises distractions.

 

Takeaway

Choose eating and drinking aids that reduce spills, support recognition and make mealtimes feel calmer and more dignified.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions about BetterCareMarket's Eating & Drinking:

Helpful options include scoop plates, non-slip bowls, bendable cutlery, insulated mugs, sippy cups, two-handled cups, plate guards and easy openers. These aids can support steadier, calmer mealtimes when memory, grip, coordination or attention changes.
Red tableware can be easier to see for some people with dementia or visual changes. Strong colour contrast may help the person recognise their plate, cup or cutlery more clearly during meals.
A scoop plate has a raised edge that helps guide food onto a fork or spoon. It can make self-feeding easier when hand control, coordination or concentration is reduced.
Non-slip plates and bowls help reduce sliding on the table. This can make eating feel more controlled and may reduce spills, frustration and the need for constant carer assistance.
Yes. Insulated mugs can help keep drinks warmer for longer, which is helpful when someone drinks slowly or becomes distracted. A lid can also help reduce spills.
A sippy cup may help if spills are common. A two-handled cup can be easier to hold when grip strength, tremors or hand control make standard cups difficult to manage.
Yes. Bendable cutlery can be angled to suit the person’s hand, wrist and sitting position. This can reduce strain and make it easier to bring food to the mouth.
A plate guard clips or fits around the edge of a plate to help keep food contained. It can be useful when someone pushes food off the plate while scooping.
Electric jar openers, one touch can openers, bottle openers and jar openers can reduce hand strain for carers and people living with dementia. They are also helpful when arthritis or reduced grip strength is involved.
Some Daily Living Aids and Independent Living Aids may be NDIS eligible if they relate to disability needs, safe eating routines, independence or carer support. BetterCareMarket is a Registered NDIS Provider, but approval depends on the person’s plan and circumstances.