Better Mealtimes: Chair

Better Mealtimes: Chair

The Chair
•	Chair should have:
	Side arms
	Padded seat & back
•	Feet should be flat on floor or use a stool
•	Position chair close to table
	10" – 12" from plate to mouth
	8" – 10" for liquids & semi-solids
•	If view is a distraction, face chair in another direction

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Narration

A comfortable chair with side arms will make getting in and out of the chair easier. Make sure the person's feet are flat on the floor, or place a stool underneath their feet, taking care that the person does not trip over it when getting up. A padded seat and back can increase the sitting comfort.

Have the person sit as close to the table as possible.

Health specialists recommend a distance of 10-12 inches from the person's plate to the person's mouth. Eating or drinking liquids and semi-solids may require an 8-10 inch distance.

If the person is distracted by something in his or her view, change the seat to face another direction.