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Autonomy: Tableware That Makes Everyday Mealtimes Easier

Autonomy: Tableware That Makes Everyday Mealtimes Easier

Providing a better quality of life for people losing their independence is a major challenge for healthcare establishments. With the Autonomy collection, Arcoroc offers a revolutionary range of tableware designed to meet the specific needs of these groups. Thanks to close collaboration with healthcare professionals, every detail has been designed to give users back their autonomy and dignity during meals. 

Understanding the needs of people with reduced autonomy

Eating is much more than a necessity. It's a time for sharing, pleasure and comfort. Yet for people with reduced autonomy, it can quickly become a source of frustration. Difficulty handling utensils, food falling off the plate, swallowing problems... It’s important to find crockery that addresses all these problems with ergonomic and functional solutions.

The role of healthcare professionals in the design of Autonomy

From the earliest stages, Arcoroc worked hand-in-hand with doctors, occupational therapists and residents of nursing homes to identify precise needs. Full-scale tests enabled us to adjust each element to ensure optimal use.

A design thinking approach

The design thinking method can be used to rethink tableware and how much autonomy their afford users. The objective? To combine aesthetics, practicality and technical innovation. Here are a few key points from this collaborative approach:

  • Observation of users in real-life situations.
  • Collecting specific needs.
  • Creation of prototypes tested by professionals and residents.


A deep well: the solution for spill-free meals

Using plates that feature a deep well is a great way to prevent food from spilling out of the plate. This reduces the effort required to lift cutlery and minimizes sudden movements.

Ergonomic wing: optimum support and hygiene

You might also want to consider using plates with a well-designed wing. This enables users to hold the plate without their fingers touching the food, ensuring perfect hygiene.

Functional colors: See better, eat better

Finding products that have red or blue versions aren't just aesthetically pleasing: they make it easier to see what's on the plate - a crucial point for the elderly or those with visual impairments.

You would also want your crockery to be compatible with TempRite and Bulling 240 bells. For meals served in rooms or on public premises, guaranteeing optimal heat conservation.

A design designed to avoid false routes

Cups with a wide rim should be a consideration as they facilitate natural swallowing, reducing the risk of false swallowing. They can also be compatible with straws for even more convenient use.

Durable material: tempered glass and heat resistance

Looking for products made from tempered glass, and is ultra-resistant to thermal and mechanical shock is important. They should be stackable and easy to clean, and designed to last, even in demanding environments. Consider opting for sturdy, functional tableware tailored to the specific needs of users. This contributes to:

  • Facilitating the work of caregivers.
  • Improving the user experience.
  • Reduce food waste thanks to an anti-spill design.

The Autonomy collection is much more than just tableware: it's a genuine tool for the well-being of users. Made from 0%-bacteria opal, it resists thermal shock, is dishwasher-safe and ensures impeccable hygiene.

Crockery designed to restore autonomy and dignity

The Autonomy collection marks a major step forward in the field of catering and care for dependent people. Technical, functional and durable, it perfectly embodies Arcoroc's values: innovation, quality and commitment.

 Give your customers the autonomy they deserve with this revolutionary tableware!