Supporting People at Mealtimes
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Course Overview
This training resource explores the Support Worker's role in supporting safe and enjoyable mealtimes. Mealtimes are an essential part of life. This eLearning is all about making it safe, hygienic and enjoyable – especially for those with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia).
Why take this course?
Mealtimes often provide people with a space for relaxation, socialising and celebrating – it’s a way to bring people together. Yet for people with swallowing difficulties (also known as dysphagia), it’s important they’re in an environment where they feel supported and safe.
Enter the Support Worker’s role. As a Support Worker, you should be able to recognise the signs and symptoms of swallowing difficulties and the steps to take to appropriately support a diverse range of people.
In 45 minutes, we’ll dive into the crucial role of supporting people at mealtimes and the importance of environment, equipment, positioning and communication. We'll also cover texture modified foods and fluids and how to make modified meals interesting.
The result? More safe and enjoyable meals for everyone.
What you’ll gain
In 45 minutes, we’ll explore:
The range of swallowing difficulties
Oral hygiene – things you need to know
When someone is showing signs of swallowing difficulty or choking during meantimes – what next?
Safe food handling
The crucial role you play in enhancing a person’s health, wellbeing, and social network by supporting enjoyable mealtime experiences
Environment, equipment, positioning, and communication during mealtime support – why it matters
How to appropriately document incidents and observations during mealtimes – which will make sure people are getting the support they need
Who’s it for?
Support Workers
What’s included?
45 minute eLearning
Links to relevant resources
Videos for you to look back on
Example Mealtime Support Plan
FAQ
This training resource explores the Support Worker's role in supporting safe and enjoyable mealtimes. Mealtimes are an essential part of life. This eLearning is all about making it safe, hygienic and enjoyable – especially for those with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia).
Why take this course?
Mealtimes often provide people with a space for relaxation, socialising and celebrating – it’s a way to bring people together. Yet for people with swallowing difficulties (also known as dysphagia), it’s important they’re in an environment where they feel supported and safe.
Enter the Support Worker’s role. As a Support Worker, you should be able to recognise the signs and symptoms of swallowing difficulties and the steps to take to appropriately support a diverse range of people.
In 45 minutes, we’ll dive into the crucial role of supporting people at mealtimes and the importance of environment, equipment, positioning and communication. We'll also cover texture modified foods and fluids and how to make modified meals interesting.
The result? More safe and enjoyable meals for everyone.
What you’ll gain
In 45 minutes, we’ll explore:
The range of swallowing difficulties
Oral hygiene – things you need to know
When someone is showing signs of swallowing difficulty or choking during meantimes – what next?
Safe food handling
The crucial role you play in enhancing a person’s health, wellbeing, and social network by supporting enjoyable mealtime experiences
Environment, equipment, positioning, and communication during mealtime support – why it matters
How to appropriately document incidents and observations during mealtimes – which will make sure people are getting the support they need
Who’s it for?
Support Workers
What’s included?
45 minute eLearning
Links to relevant resources
Videos for you to look back on
Example Mealtime Support Plan
DSC On-Demand Learning
$265 / yr. Cancel Anytime.
Includes this lesson and a huge, always-updated library of 140 NDIS topics.
Sign UpBuy Single Course
$55
