Mealtime Matters

Dysphagia Training for services supporting
adults with a Learning Disability

In line with the: “Eating, Drinking, Swallowing Competency Framework” (EDSCF)

 

Learning

• What is Dysphagia video
• RCSLT Factsheet
• Video: The Normal Swallow and What Can Go Wrong?
• Workbook: The Normal Swallow and What Can Go Wrong?
• E-Learning: Following eating and drinking guidelines
• IDDSI
• Oral Health

 

Additional Resources

• Work Book Answers:
  The Normal Swallow and What Can Go Wrong?

• Training Presentation: Ethical and Legal Considerations
  Ethical and Legal Considerations
  For Dysphagia Champions to facilitate in group or individual settings

• Thickening drinks
  Contact Shana Hodge for staff training

 

 

Food Texture Information

What is IDDSI?	IDDSI 3	IDDSI 4
IDDSI 5	IDDSI 6	IDDSI 7
Food boosting IDDSI diet Food boosting pureed diet	High Risk Foods

Eating and Drinking Resources

Signs and Symptoms of swallowing difficulties	What should you know before an Eating and drinking Assessment	What we expect from you
Role of an SLT	Eating and Drinking Checklist	Aspiration and Choking
Managing Dysphagia	Mealtime Audit Tool	The Swallow Process
Environment and Behaviour at Mealtimes	Positioning in chair	Positioning in bed
Specialist Equipment	Hydration	Presentation of food
Reflux - foods to avoid	Reflux - general info	The Perfect Tea Trolley
MouthEze Mc3 mouth care cleanser	Oral Healthcare