Tool Kit. Strategies to facilitate eating and swallowing in people living with early-stage dementia

52 10. Ensure good contrast between object colors and surfaces to make them easier to see or locate (tablecloths, placemats, cutlery, chairs, walls, etc.). 9. In some cases, a restraining vest is necessary for individuals living with dementia who may need to be secured to the chair to prevent leaning forward. 11. It is important for the person to eat while keeping their back straight, as this helps prevent choking. To achieve this, provide a comfortable seat (such as an armchair or a chair with armrests) that keeps the legs at a 90° angle to the hips and allows the feet to rest fully on the floor.