Eating & Drinking Aids

Eating & Drinking Aids Australia – Adaptive Mealtime Equipment for Independence & Safety

Safety and Mobility supplies a comprehensive range of eating and drinking aids designed to support mealtime independence, safety, and dignity for people with physical disability, neurological conditions, upper limb impairment, swallowing difficulties, or age-related changes that affect their ability to self-feed and drink safely. Maintaining independent eating and drinking is strongly associated with quality of life, nutrition intake, and psychosocial wellbeing, and the right adaptive equipment can make a significant difference to a person's ability to participate in mealtimes without assistance.

Our eating and drinking aids range covers adaptive cutlery, specialty cups and mugs, dysphagia cups, non-slip mats and plate holders, scoop plates and plate guards, feeding aids, and insulated healthcare crockery. Products are suited for home use, aged care, hospital, and disability support settings across Australia. Browse the subcategories below to find the right mealtime aids for your client's specific needs, or contact our team for advice on matching equipment to functional requirements.

As a registered NDIS provider, Safety and Mobility can supply eating and drinking aids to eligible NDIS participants and assist with itemised quotes for plan managers and support coordinators.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I choose the right adaptive cutlery for my client?
The right adaptive cutlery depends on the nature of the functional limitation. Built-up handle cutlery suits clients with a reduced grip due to hand weakness or arthritis. Weighted cutlery reduces the effect of tremor by dampening involuntary movement. Angled and swivel cutlery suits clients with limited wrist rotation. An occupational therapist can assess your client's hand function and recommend the most appropriate type.

2. Are eating aids available for people with swallowing difficulties?
Yes, our range includes dysphagia cups and other mealtime aids specifically designed to support safer swallowing. Dysphagia cups with nose cut-outs allow drinking without tilting the head back, reducing the risk of aspiration. A speech pathologist can advise on the appropriate cup and mealtime strategies for a client with dysphagia.