Meal Preparation and Nutrition Support

Both options are available. Some seniors love being involved in the kitchen — stirring soup, choosing ingredients, or chatting while we prepare meals together. Others prefer that caregivers handle everything for them. We always follow your loved one’s comfort level and energy, making mealtime something they can enjoy rather than worry about.

Yes. If your loved one prefers ready-to-heat meals, caregivers can prepare dishes in batches and portion them out safely. This is helpful for seniors who may not want to cook daily but still want home-style meals whenever they’re hungry. We can label containers, organize the fridge, and keep everything easy to access.

Yes — caregivers can shop with or without your loved one. Many seniors enjoy going along for a short trip, and others prefer to stay home while a caregiver shops for them. We can also help organize grocery lists, put food away, and check for expired items during each visit. For extra home support, you can also explore Light Housekeeping services.

Yes — as long as the dietary guidelines come from the family or a medical provider. We can follow non-medical instructions for low-sodium meals, balanced diabetic-friendly dishes, heart-healthy options, soft foods, or other preferences. We do not provide medical nutrition therapy, but we can help prepare meals according to your loved one’s needs.

Absolutely. Many seniors unintentionally skip meals or forget to drink water throughout the day. Caregivers offer gentle reminders, serve snacks or beverages, and help create a consistent routine. If companionship during meals would help, you can also pair this service with Companionship Care.

Yes. Some seniors simply enjoy having someone nearby during meals. Our caregivers can sit with your loved one, share conversation, and make mealtime feel calm and social. Even light companionship can increase appetite and reduce feelings of loneliness.

Yes — we provide light kitchen cleanup after preparing meals. This includes washing simple dishes, wiping counters, cleaning up spills, and ensuring food is stored safely. For deeper household cleaning, our Light Housekeeping service may be a good addition.

We can often begin care the same day or within 24 hours. Many families reach out when their loved one is skipping meals, losing energy, or needing extra support in the kitchen — and we’re prepared to help quickly. You can start the process through our Contact page.

Curesa Health rates generally run $45 to $60 per hour. Where you fall in that range depends on how much support is needed — lighter help sits toward the lower end, higher-needs care toward the upper end. Medicare does not cover non-medical home care; most families use private pay or long-term care insurance. See pricing and paying for home care.

Most guidance for older adults centres on four things: enough protein at each meal to protect muscle, plenty of fluids because thirst signals weaken with age, fibre from vegetables, fruit and whole grains, and adequate calcium and vitamin D for bone health. Appetite often drops with age, so smaller, more frequent meals tend to work better than three large ones. Anyone with a diagnosed condition should follow the plan their doctor or dietitian has set — our caregivers cook to that plan, they do not create it.

Medicare does not cover non-medical home care — the personal care, companionship and household support described on this page. Medicare may cover intermittent skilled nursing or therapy at home if a doctor orders it and your loved one is homebound, which is a different service delivered by a home health agency. Some Medicare Advantage plans include limited supplemental in-home support; check the plan directly. Most families here use private pay or long-term care insurance — see paying for home care.