Helpful Hints

  
Cutting meat

Cutting meat is a skill that can be learned.  We have a number of tips.  

· First, if possible, place the piece of meat on a contrasting colored plate.  Typically, the meat will be dark so try putting the meat on a light colored or white plate.  This will make it easier to see. 

· Next, place the edge of the knife along one side of the meat for locating purposes.  This is your starting point. 

· Lift the knife just over the edge of the meat, place the knife blade so that it is lying flat on top of the meat.

· Take a fork and insert it along the opposite side of the knife into the meat.  Knife blades are usually about a half inch wide.   You have now marked out a half inch strip of meat that can be cut using the fork as a guide.

· Cut that piece off and continue cutting the strip until the meat is in bit size pieces. 

 

The technique takes a little practice but, after a few times, you will be cutting meat without any difficulty.  People with vision loss can easily be taught to eat independently.