Older people and nutrition

SCIE's work on nutrition focuses on older people. Malnutrition affects over 10 per cent of older people so it is a major issue. Our guidance is based on research that shows that bringing about a culture change in nutrition and mealtimes is dependent on good leadership, adequate staffing levels and staff induction and training.

Social Care TV: Nutritional care for older people
SCIE Social Care TV video
Published: May 2012

Nutritional care and older people
SCIE At a glance 3
Published: March 2009

Dementia Gateway
SCIE Web resource
Published: November 2009

Dignity in Care
SCIE Guide 15
Published: June 2010

Dignity Network
SCIE External link