7 Tools Every Aged Care Facility Should Have for IDDSI Testing
Discover the 7 essential tools every aged care facility should have for accurate IDDSI testing. Support safer mealtimes with practical dysphagia training and consistent IDDSI testing.
7 Things to Check Before Every Mealtime (Dysphagia Safety)
Read about 7 essential checks to complete before every mealtime to support safe swallowing for people with dysphagia.
Ensure the Right Supervision Level During Mealtimes to Support Swallowing Safety
Ensuring the right level of supervision during mealtimes is essential for safe swallowing. Learn how tailored support, reduced distractions, and dysphagia training can improve mealtime safety.
Use IDDSI Audit Tools Regularly: A Key Step for Mealtime Safety
Using IDDSI audit tools regularly helps ensure consistent food textures and safer mealtimes. Learn how simple checks can support dysphagia care in aged care settings.
Check Food Texture Before Serving: A Simple Step to Improve Mealtime Safety
This article provide a strategy for safe swallowing, a reminder for aged care staffs to check food and drink texture before serving. Written by a speech pathologist.
Ensure Catering Teams Follow the IDDSI Framework: A Key Step for Mealtime Safety
Ensuring catering teams follow the IDDSI framework is essential for safe swallowing in aged care. Learn practical steps to improve consistency, reduce risk, and support people with dysphagia.
15 Foods That Can Be Difficult to Manage in Dysphagia
Foods to avoid and be aware of for people with dysphagia. We have written a list of 15 foods that can be difficult to manage such as bread, nuts, steak, etc.
7 Mealtime Mistakes That Increase Choking and Aspiration Risk
Mealtime mistakes can increase the risk of choking and aspiration. Learn 7 mistakes seen in aged care and simple, practical tips to improve swallowing safety and reduce risk.