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Strengthening Skills in Cleaning, Nutrition, and Meal Preparation
 While training regarding clinical issues in elder care has been widely delivered, minimal efforts have been developed for those workers providing services in the home. "Strengthening Skills in Cleaning, Nutrition, and Meal Preparation" describes the development, delivery, and evaluation of the Home Skills Enhancement project for direct care workers in Michigan focusing on skill building in three areas: household cleaning, nutrition/food shopping and, meal preparation.The following curricula modules have been developed in these three areas: - Cleaning The Homes of Older Adults
- Meal Planning and Shopping for Older Adults
- Meal Preparation and Food Safety for Older Adults
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Cleaning The Homes of Older Adults
• Cleaning The Homes of Older Adults
Cleaning is one of the most challenging jobs of a direct care worker who is working in the community setting. This program prepares the direct care worker to provide more efficient and effective cleaning services.
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Meal Planning and Shopping for Older Adults
• Meal Planning and Shopping For Older Adults
Direct care workers play an important role in helping older adults maintain their independence. They assist with a variety of important tasks which may include meal planning or grocery shopping. This module will prepare the direct care worker to address the challenges of helping the older adult make nutritious choices for meal planning.
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Meal Preparation and Food Safety for Older Adults
• Food Safety and Meal Preparation for Older Adults
It can be a challenge to prepare a meal for an older adult. Good, wholesome food can be prepared in the older adult's kitchen with a little knowledge and practice. This module guides the direct care worker to safely prepare foods for older adults through hands on training.
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MSU Extension
To assist with meal preparation, meal planning, and shopping for older adults, it may be beneficial to partner with MSU Extension for these modules. MSU Extension staff have extensive knowledge to share and can provide you with a cookbook and other supplies. To find your local county MSU Extension Office, visit the Michigan State University Extension Office.
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