EVERYDAY AIDS FOR DEMENTIA
Sustainably independent eating and drinking - invisible aids make it possible.
FINALLY ENJOYING EATING AGAIN
As the saying goes, eating and drinking keeps body and soul together, brings joy to life and is partly responsible for our physical and mental well-being. However, changes in dementia often also affect appetite and food intake: When physical and mental abilities decline, eating and drinking becomes a burden for those affected. In addition, classic care utensils are often very conspicuous and lead to refusal to eat. Unobtrusive, intuitive aids significantly increase the acceptance of those affected and boost their self-esteem so that they can participate in meals independently and as normal. Eating together is simply more enjoyable and improves quality of life.
CREATE CONTRASTS
You eat with your eyes. That's why, in addition to an appealing design, clear shapes and distinct colour contrasts play a decisive role. After all, colour contrasts at the dining table are particularly important when eyesight starts to deteriorate. For example, a plate with a wide coloured rim provides orientation, as the boundary between the plate and the table as well as between the edge of the plate and the white inner surface of the plate is clearly visible. Red is a particularly important colour for people with dementia, as they can still see it very well in old age and it is also said to stimulate the appetite.
RELIEVE CARERS
People with dementia are often no longer able to adapt to changes in everyday life. This leads to resistance and refusal to eat independently when conspicuous care tableware is offered. ORNAMIN's eating and drinking aids look like normal tableware and enable familiar intuitive use, as the aids are invisibly concealed in the design. This promotes activation, independence and self-esteem for those affected. What is practised every day is not forgotten so quickly and also relieves the burden on the carer.
THE RED SERIES
Sustainably independent
PRACTICAL EVERYDAY HELPER This cup is designed for everyday use and offers noticeably more security when drinking. Raised rings around the cup provide a firm grip and a pleasant feel. Even with wet hands, trembling movements or reduced hand strength, the cup sits securely in the hand and is less likely to slip. Made from break-resistant SAN, the cup is durable and built for long-term use. It is fully recyclable, stackable and well suited for regular use at home as well as in care or support settings. The softly shaped drinking rim allows comfortable drinking even without additional attachments. All standard drinking attachments can still be used if extra support is required, making the cup flexible and adaptable to individual needs. Available in cheerful, high-contrast colours, the cup fits easily into existing tableware ranges. The production process allows quick availability and individual decoration options. The cup is dishwasher-safe and microwave-safe, making it ideal for everyday use.
SUPPORT FOR ONE-HANDED EATING The dining board is a practical and well-designed eating aid for one-handed use. It has been specifically developed for people who, due to physical limitations such as paralysis, injuries or a broken arm, are only able to use one hand. Three raised edges hold the slice of bread securely in place and allow easy spreading with one hand, without the food slipping. A continuous anti-slip ring on the underside ensures that the dining board remains firmly positioned on the table. This provides stability and safety when spreading or cutting food, making it ideal for users with reduced strength, tremors or limited mobility. When used in combination with the preparation aid, the one-handed board supports not only eating but also food preparation in the kitchen. Bread rolls, fruit or vegetables can be secured on the spikes and cut using just one hand. The dining board is suitable for both right-handed and left-handed users and can be used flexibly from all directions. The raised edges also make it easier to lift the dining board from the table with one hand, without having to slide it to the edge first. After use, it can be stacked neatly to save space in the cupboard. Made from scratch-resistant, break-resistant high-quality plastic, the dining board is Bisphenol A-free, food-safe, dishwasher-safe and microwave-safe. This makes it ideal for everyday use at home, in care settings, rehabilitation facilities or therapeutic environments.
EATING WITH ONE HAND This specially designed plate combines three supportive functions in one discreet piece of tableware. It enables people with limited motor skills or one-handed use to eat independently and confidently, without the appearance of a visible aid. The gently sloped base guides foods such as soup, peas, yoghurt or muesli towards the lowest point of the plate. A subtle food-retaining rim makes it easier to transfer meals onto a spoon or fork, supporting controlled and frustration-free eating. An integrated non-slip ring on the underside keeps the plate securely positioned on the table, even when pressure is applied while spooning against the rim. This provides stability and safety for users with reduced strength, tremors or limited mobility. All functional elements are discreetly integrated, allowing the plate to be used intuitively without any specific positioning. It works with any spoon movement and is equally suitable for left- and right-handed users. A tactile reference point located beneath the rim offers additional orientation for visually impaired users. Made from break-resistant high-quality plastic, the plate is Bisphenol A-free, food-safe, dishwasher-safe and microwave-safe. This makes it ideal for everyday use at home as well as in care environments, rehabilitation settings and therapeutic facilities.
THE DISCREET EVERYDAY HELPER The days of spouted cups and cut-out nose cups are over – thanks to the mug with drinking trick. Its supportive function is subtly integrated into the elegant design and is not recognisable as an aid from the outside. This helps prevent the drinking aid from being rejected from the outset or users feeling stigmatised or uncomfortable. A specially shaped inner cup – similar to an ice cream cone – ensures that drinks flow into the mouth with just a slight tilting movement. There is no need to tilt the head back or raise the arm significantly. This allows independent drinking for people with limited neck or arm mobility, as well as when sitting in a semi-upright position. The mug is intuitive to use and does not need to be consciously aligned: drinking is possible from any point around the rim. For added safety, various drinking attachments can be used, allowing the drinking volume to be individually controlled. A SECURE GRIP The large, ergonomically shaped handle supports people with limited finger mobility, reduced hand strength or an impaired grip. It offers several gripping options: the mug can be held in the handle with an open hand or the handle can be fully enclosed with all fingers. An integrated thumb rest provides additional stability. The mug’s low weight makes it easier to handle when strength in the hands and arms is reduced. A large base area also ensures excellent stability: the mug is less likely to tip over – even when pushed across the table or given a slight knock. VERSATILE SUPPORT An insulating air layer between the inner and outer cup keeps drinks at temperature for longer. This gives people who drink slowly more time to enjoy hot drinks warm and cold drinks cool. This effect can be further enhanced by using drinking attachments. The mug is available in many attractive colours. The white inner cup ensures that the colour of the drink remains true and that the drinking rim is clearly visible. The high-contrast two-colour design particularly supports people with visual impairments or dementia when drinking independently. Overall, the mug with drinking trick enables independent, stylish drinking at one’s own pace. Adequate fluid intake is of great nutritional importance, especially in older age. At the same time, independent drinking promotes mobility and muscle activity, strengthens self-esteem and relieves both professional caregivers and family carers.
